Sarah Charnley > Hodge Jones & Allen > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Hodge Jones & Allen
180 NORTH GOWER STREET
LONDON
NW1 2NB
England

Work Department

Court of Protection

Position

Sarah acts as Professional Deputy and Professional Trustee for clients who have suffered serious injury or clinical negligence who have life long care needs and received multi million pound settlements. Sarah previously worked with elderly clients but now her clients include those who have suffered catastrophic brain injuries, injuries at birth and learning difficulties.

Sarah advises on general Court of Protection matters including statutory wills, lifetime gifts and powers of attorney as well as Personal Injury Trust work. She also provides expert reports and witness statements in relation to deputy and trustee costs in litigation from other law firms.

Sarah specialises in dealing efficiently and compassionately for clients with complex and often volatile personalities and family dynamics.

Memberships

  • Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)
  • The Association of Lifetime Lawyers

Sarah is also the Chair of Trustees of Headway Central Lancashire.

Lawyer Rankings

London > Private client > Court of protection

Hodge Jones & Allen is well-equipped to deal with complex cases involving financial exploitation and disputes. It has also taken over deputyships from other firms due to the breakdown in the relationship between the client and the deputy. The ‘well-regardedChristine Dyson specialises in acting as deputy for people who have suffered catastrophic injuries. Patrick Allen is another key contact, while Sarah Charnley joined the firm in July 2023 from Fletchers Solicitors.