The private client practice at Blanchards Bailey LLP is divided into three specialist teams: wills and estate planning, probate and estate administration and elderly and vulnerable client work. Jerome Dodge oversees the wider team, primarily assisting high-net worth individuals, many of whom have an agricultural background. Emma Needham heads the wills and trusts team in Blanford and Catherine Roberts leads the probate team in Dorchester. Sophie Lawrence is well-regarded for her work on Court Protection matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Meggie Crane combined both warmth and compassion towards our situation, as well as clear communication of the process. She was easy to talk to and took the time to ensure we understood each stage.’
- ‘Stacey Savage explained everything to me and made my life so much easier. Stacey was compassionate and professional throughout, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to other people.'
Practice head
Jerome Dodge; Emma Needham; Catherine Roberts
Other key lawyers
Sophie Lawrence; Stacey Savage; Meggie Crane