Weightmans LLP has a deep bench of lawyers in its Birmingham office, where the national team manager Sarah Louise Walker oversees the firm-wide practice; her work includes complex matters involving trusts with agricultural interests. The firm is particularly well-known for its work on handling estates and trusts on behalf of business owners, which includes advice on lifetime trusts, charitable trusts, business protection and family investment companies.
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‘Frances Brickwood in particular, with whom I have most of my dealings in this department, is very responsive, highly competent and communicative. She does what she says she will do.'
‘I have worked with Sarah Walker for many years. She has been extraordinary in her individual approach to the client and her long-term commitment to her wellbeing.'
- 'Abigail Pritchard is another very helpful member of the team. I greatly appreciate quick answers to questions, joint working on solutions and quick settlement of invoices.’
- 'There are a number of highly skilled and technically competent solicitors who work for Weightmans. They are incredibly empathetic and understanding of customers circumstances which makes for really good client outcomes. They are incredibly client-driven, ensuring that they also focus on their needs and objectives.'
- 'They are very sensitive to clients circumstances which makes their recommendations personalised and suitable for their needs and requirements. Their high level of technical understanding means they are armed with the best possible options for clients.'
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Practice head
Sarah Louise Walker
Other key lawyers
Frances Brickwood; Abigail Pritchard