The ‘incredibly sensitive and caring team’ at Wards Solicitors LLP has expertise in family tax planning, trust management and vulnerable client work. Tom Scoffham is at the helm, routinely advising on will preparation, probate and estate administration and trust matters. Jenny Pierce and Rebecca Parkman are experts in later life planning, while Sion Richards is a key contact for Court of Protection applications. Laura Jakeways, Ruth Coles and Alison Mellor are also names to note.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Alison Mellor spent the time going through what needed to be done, how best to gather information but at no point made it feel hurried. She took the time to go over things and did not use legal language, making it easily understandable for a lay person. Set out clearly financial liabilities and potential pitfalls. Probate came through very quickly.'
- 'I have found Ruth Coles to be efficient and always quick to answer questions and queries.’
- ‘Tom Scoffham was my main contact and he offered a friendly compassionate and efficient service that I cannot fault. His partners were equally efficient.’
- ‘Wards were professional, approachable, patient and kind. They explained the probate process clearly and always returned my calls and emails very promptly. They provided regular updates without me having to ask. The probate was not straightforward but the process nonetheless was very smooth which really helped the family at a difficult time.'
- There is good collaboration between their various offices. All members of the team were up to date at all times, very impressive. All in all, outstanding. Highly recommended.’
- ‘Ruth Coles is incredibly knowledgeable and able to discuss complex needs with clients in a way that they can understand and be confident in the decisions they are making.'
Practice head
Tom Scoffham
Other key lawyers
Jenny Pierce; Rebecca Parkman; Sion Richards; Laura Jakeways; Ruth Coles; Alison Mellor