Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Exeter
Established in 1885, we have provided legal services to private clients and businesses in Exeter and surrounding areas for over 135 years. Our firm prioritises tailored solutions that focus on delivering quality service without compromising on standards. We hold a Legal Aid Agency contract for Family Law and maintain accreditations with Resolution, the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, and the Conveyancing Quality Scheme. As part of QualitySolicitors, the UK's largest law firm network, we combine local expertise with national resources.Our team of accredited specialists, including partners and chartered legal executives, delivers expertise across family law, medical negligence, property transactions, and commercial disputes. We operate from two offices in Exeter and Cullompton, maintaining a client-centric approach that values transparency and professional excellence.
Services
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Personal Injury
Commercial Property
Medical Negligence
Dispute Resolution
Residential Property
Mental Incapacity
Highlights and features
- We have over 135 years of legal experience in Exeter
- Our firm holds Legal Aid Agency accreditation for family law
- We employ Resolution-accredited specialist family law practitioners
- We are part of QualitySolicitors, the UK's largest law firm network
- Our team includes chartered legal executives and accredited specialists
Associations and certifications
- Legal Aid Agency
- Resolution
- Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
Services
Family Law
Our accredited specialists handle divorce, child custody, and domestic violence cases with sensitivity. We provide legally sound advice while prioritising emotional well-being. Clients benefit from our Legal Aid Agency accreditation and Resolution membership.
Wills & Probate
We offer comprehensive will drafting, trust creation, and probate administration services. Our chartered legal executives ensure asset protection and smooth estate transitions. Clients receive clear guidance on inheritance tax and succession planning.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in accident and negligence claims, securing compensation for injuries. Our team simplifies complex legal processes while maintaining empathy. Services include road accident claims and workplace injury cases.
Commercial Property
We handle commercial property transactions including leases, acquisitions, and development agreements. Our solicitors provide risk assessments and contract negotiations tailored to business needs. Clients benefit from our local market expertise.
Medical Negligence
Our specialist team investigates misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and treatment failures. We secure compensation for medical negligence victims while working with medical experts to build robust cases.
People
Simon Cutting
Senior/Managing Partner
Simon Cutting leads Dunn & Baker as Senior/Managing Partner, combining extensive legal expertise with strategic leadership. He specialises in complex legal matters and maintains a client-focused approach to service delivery.
Darren White
Partner & Head of Medical Negligence
Darren White heads the medical negligence department, bringing specialist knowledge to clinical error cases. His expertise ensures thorough investigation and representation for clients seeking compensation for healthcare-related harm.
Kathy Cracknell
Partner & Head of Residential Property
Kathy Cracknell leads residential property services with deep understanding of real estate transactions. She ensures smooth conveyancing processes and provides clear legal guidance for property buyers and sellers.
Nick Penwell
Consultant Solicitor
Nick Penwell provides expert legal consultation with decades of accumulated knowledge. His advisory role supports clients in navigating complex legal frameworks across various practice areas.
Clare Handley
Partner & Chartered Legal Executive
Clare Handley combines partnership responsibilities with chartered legal executive status, delivering specialist expertise in private client matters. She focuses on achieving practical solutions for individual legal needs.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, medical negligence, personal injury, commercial property, wills & probate, and dispute resolution. Our specialists hold accreditations with Resolution and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.
Are you part of any legal networks?
We are part of QualitySolicitors, the UK's largest law firm network, combining local expertise with national resources while maintaining our independent Exeter-based practice.
Do you offer legal aid?
Yes, we hold a Legal Aid Agency contract for family law cases, ensuring accessible legal representation for eligible clients in domestic matters.
Where are your offices located?
We operate from two offices: 21 Southernhay East, Exeter (EX1 1QQ) and 38 High Street, Cullompton (EX15 1AE), serving clients across Devon and surrounding areas.
What experience do your lawyers have?
Our team includes partners, chartered legal executives, and accredited specialists with decades of combined experience. Many hold leadership roles in departments like medical negligence and residential property.
Reviews (6)
Tam
Dec 24, 2021
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I would highly recommend Helen Davis, Head of Residential Property to anyone looking to buy a property. Helen is knowledgeable, efficient, responsive, professional and very calm! Helen sent concise and timely emails to keep us updated throughout the process and was available on the telephone for anything I didn't understand or wanted to chat over. Thank you Helen for all your help and advice.
Alice Holden
Dec 19, 2021
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We have recently completed on a house and it is the second time we've used Helen at Dunn and Baker, she is absolutely excellent at her job! So professional and sorts any problems out before you even know they have come up. Highly recommend
Annabelle Harwood
Dec 18, 2021
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Helen Davis is the best solicitor me and my partner has ever used we bought and sold three houses using Helen and every time it's been so easy and fast someone in the office is always there to answer phone calls or emails and if Helen is on a call or with clients Helen always gets back to you usually the same day or the next day I once emailed Helen on her day of and Helen took time to call me, Helen always explains things to you in a simple way so for us that don't understand much of the legal process of selling a house can understand, thank you so much Helen for making what can be a stressful time so smooth and actually a pleasurable experience,
Clem Richardson
Nov 12, 2021
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Helen Davis has been a wonderful solicitor through the sale of our house. She was very quick to respond to any of our queries, kept us fully informed of how the process was going and was highly professional throughout. We will certainly use Dunn and Baker and Helen Davis as our solicitor in the future.
Gail Alford
Jul 25, 2021
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Helen Davis and all the team were amazing. I can't thank them enough for their swift conveyancing of the purchase of our new property. From start to finish was outstanding. We managed to buy our house in 6 days from making an offer. A great service and highly recommended. Gail & Pete
Tim Jones
Jul 20, 2021
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I cannot praise Helen highly enough, she has always kept us informed throughout the process of purchasing our new house, and goes above and beyond to help. Thank you so much Helen, we really appreciate your very kind attention - Best Wishes, Victoria & Tim Jones
