With Victoria Fairley at the helm at Cripps, the team is well equipped to act for a wide selection of HNW and UHNW clients. These clients include those with inherited wealth, national and international business owners and directors, as well as professionals in the legal and financial sectors. In addition, the practice acts for a significant and growing number of clients with cross-border interests. Kitty Sokol joined the group from The Burnside Partnership in November 2024, while Jeremy Curtis left the firm in March 2025.
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Profile
Work Department
Private wealth
Position
Victoria is a partner in the private wealth team based in London. She advises clients on estate, tax and succession planning including the preparation of wills, probate and administration of estates and the setting up and management of trusts. Victoria also manages the preparation of powers of attorney and Court of Protection work and provide formation and management advice to charities.
Career
Trainee (1997-1999) Qualified (1999) Associate (2003) RadcliffesLeBrasseur; Solicitor (2004) White & Bowker; Solicitor (2008) Blake Lapthorn; Associate solicitor (2009) Partner (2014) RadcliffesLeBrasseur; Partner Cripps LLP (2021 - date)
Memberships
- Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)
- Member of Charity Law Association
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Testimonials
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- 'Everyone is very approachable, and I wouldn't have any concerns about introducing any of my clients to the team at Cripps. The team have always been able to help and go the extra mile.' 'Harriet Page's technical knowledge is very strong, but she is also not afraid of working in conjunction with her peers to ensure the client gets the best outcome - this has proven extremely helpful for clients with complex estates and multinational planning.' 'A strong private client practice that continues to grow and develop young talent.' 'Kitty Sokol is tack sharp, super responsive and really well organised. She gives clear, client focused advice and is not afraid to recommend a course of action. She is a great communicator and has a confident, can-do approach.'
Work highlights
Advised the trustees of a strict settlement (£100m) which requires a detailed understanding of the Settled Land Act 1925.