Blandy & Blandy LLP maintains a wide-ranging offering that includes will and estate planning, estate administration and lasting powers of attorney issues, alongside Court of Protection matters. Practice head Jonathan Gater enjoys a strong reputation in handling matters relating to trust and estate administration, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters, while department manager Caroline Casagranda advises a diverse range of clients on the full gamut of wills, inheritance tax planning, probate and estate administration mandates. Elizabeth Short is another name to note in the practice, contributing her skills across wills and estate planning, and Louise Nelson bolsters the practice with her experience in elderly client and Court of Protection matters. Kelly Chandler is also recommended.
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‘The practice is truly collaborative, is great at communicating with clients and referrers and has a strong presence within the community.'
‘Louise Nelson is excellent. She is very informative and a very good communicator.'
‘Experienced, knowledgeable, professional and encouraging.'
‘A stable and consistent team of highly qualified and approachable solicitors. A very family-oriented approach.'
‘Working with Caroline Casagranda is always as straightforward and swift as it can be. The efficiency is heartening.'
‘There is a large team with a broad depth of experience. I find the whole team capable of dealing with complex matters and being able to explain everything in simple terms for their clients. They are very personable, and I think this helps for this type of work as people are often in a difficult emotional state and need guidance/assistance.'
‘I am always happy to recommend this team to any of my clients, due to their experience and professionalism as well as ability to deal with people as individuals.'
‘Very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. They treat their clients exceptionally well.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
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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.
Elizabeth Short
Practice head
Jonathan Gater; Caroline Casagranda
Other key lawyers
Elizabeth Short; Louise Nelson; Kelly Chandler