
Lauded by clients for conducting ‘high-quality work at a very high standard’, the team at Shakespeare Martineau LLP advises on contentious trusts and probate matters, counting charities, estates and individuals on its client roster. National head Andrew Wilkinson leads the practice from Leicester, with his areas of expertise including high-net-worth disputes and high-value estates matters. Commended by clients as an ’excellent’ and ‘well-regarded’ partner, Debra Burton splits her time between Leicester and Nottingham and leads on a range of matters encompassing executor disputes, estoppel claims and charity-related matters. Jonathan Stork predominantly acts for clients within the agricultural sector, and Anna Morris assists with power of attorney disputes and financial provision claims.
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head
Andrew Wilkinson
Other key lawyers
Debra Burton; Jonathan Stork; Anna Morris
