At Porter Dodson LLP, the private client team’s varied caseload consists of long-term tax and succession planning mandates, care home funding work, trust creation and Court of Protection applications. Practice head Sharon Collier is adept at handling complex estate administration, while Kate James specialises in agricultural probate and succession planning. Tom Mottram and Paul Watkins are noted for their estate and wills expertise. Chris Dickinson, Ben Simpson and Susannah Emson joined the firm in 2024
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Porter Dodson in my view, is very much in the sweet spot in terms of its size. No so big that their service feels corporate or impersonal and big enough to have the necessary specialisms in house. ’

  • ‘Susannah Emson is a standout practitioner, her approachable manner coupled with her ability to convey well thought through, technical advice in a practical, understandable way sets her apart. ’

  • ‘Sharon Collier has always been exceptionally knowledgeable in her field and has a unique ability to put across the most complex legal aspect in a simple easy-to-understand way which makes the clients feel they are being spoken with rather than talked at.'

  • ‘Sarah Stone is charming and a delight to work with. Always very welcoming and generous with her time. But most important of all, extremely knowledgeable and thorough. I have always been completely confident in the advice she has given me.'

  • ‘I found everyone with whom I came into contact in the firm to be extremely professional, efficient, warm and helpful. The depth of knowledge and expertise was very reassuring and allowed for ‘bespoke’ and personal outcomes rather than a ‘one size fits all’ approach. All the information was communicated clearly and promptly.’

  • ‘The personal tax trusts and probate practice is highly responsive and focused, upfront on billing and costs, and easy to relate to.'

Practice head

Sharon Collier

Other key lawyers

Kate James; Tom Mottram; Paul Watkins; Chris Dickinson; Ben Simpson; Susannah Emson; Sarah Stone