Wansbroughs provides advice on a broad range of matters, from trust and estate management to Court of Protection cases. In 2024 the firm also created a specialist agriculture and landed estates team, led by Alan Ciechan. Anna Wensley Stock heads up the private client team and is adept at handling international estate and succession planning, and family trust issues. Kathryn Smith Cowap and Emily Anderson often advise high-net worth clients, while Thomas Britten’s practice encompasses estate administrations, trust creations, will preparations and Lasting Power of Attorney applications. Britten was promoted to partner in May 2024.
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- ‘Kathryn Smith-Cowap is extremely bright and hard-working, and she always completes the work to a high standard, no matter how complex. I feel confident being able to refer clients to her, knowing that they will not be let down. ’
- ‘The team at Wansbroughs work closely and collaboratively, referring specialist colleagues when needed, and sharing work load with junior colleagues when appropriate. Our clients feel in safe hands when working with Wansbroughs.’
Lawyers
Next generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Anna Wensley Stock
Other key lawyers
Alan Ciechan; Kathryn Smith Cowap; Emily Anderson; Thomas Britten