Fielding a ‘highly professional, technically strong and friendly’ wills, trusts, and probate team, Blaser Mills Law boasts a strong regional reputation with experts in private client services, particularly high-value estate planning, estates with international assets, Court of Protection-related mandates, and trusts. In Marlow, Jonathan Gallop heads the team, drawing on decades of experience in this field to undertake an array of work, from will drafting and Lasting Powers of Attorney, to complex estate administration, tax planning, and the creation and management of trusts. For Minesh Thakrar, complex preparations of wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, inheritance tax matters, and the administration of estates are notable areas of strength, while Karen Woodison has significant experience in complex Court of Protection matters. Adept in administrating estates is Sara Rendell, and her workload also consists of the preparation of wills and estate planning. Heenal Chhipa-Gadday is well-versed in inheritance tax planning and Kathy James is another key name to note.
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‘The Partner dealing with us was Sara Rendell. Very efficient. Excellent personal service with a friendly attitude whilst remaining professional.’
‘This practice is local to us in Marlow and provided an excellent, professional, prompt service. The solicitor we dealt with, Jonathan Gallop, was well-informed, prepared to discuss our options, and offered relevant advice which we found most helpful.'
‘Jonathan Gallop's professionalism in terms of courtesy, knowledge, advice and attitude to us as clients was excellent. The timescales were all met and the service always prompt, instructive and relevant to our circumstances.’
‘Karen Woodison was effective and did exactly what she said she would, always answered any questions quickly either by phone call or email, kept us informed every step of the way.’
‘The Blaser Mills team are highly professional, technically strong and friendly in their approach.’
‘Karen Woodison is outstanding. Karen provides excellent advice, adopting a friendly, patient and supportive approach. Karen is highly knowledgeable and provides great guidance, particularly when making wills, which is a complex subject.’
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Practice head
Jonathan Gallop
Other key lawyers
Minesh Thakrar; Karen Woodison; Sara Rendell; Heenal Chhipa-Gadday; Kathy James