Red Kite Law LLP

Alexia is a Partner of the firm, working in the Will, Trust and Estate Disputes, Commercial Disputes, Debt Recovery, and Professional Negligence departments. She is an experienced litigator with a particular specialism in will, trust and estate disputes. While living in West Wales, she acts for clients both locally and nationally.

Alice Powell

Alice is an associate solicitor, specialising in Will, Trust and Estate disputes. Alice is vastly experienced in bringing and defending claims brought under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. For example, in February 2023 Alice acted for a client to successfully defend an Inheritance Act claim heard at a 3-day trial in the High Court in Cardiff. Alice is also experienced in negotiating favourable out of court settlements for her clients, saving them the significant costs associated with a court trial. Alice has also often dealt on behalf of executors and beneficiaries who cannot agree the steps to be taken during the administration of the estate with their respective co-executors or beneficiaries. Alice's approach is sympathetic to the stress and emotion that surrounds estate disputes. She prioritises explaining the court process in simple terms to her clients, keeping them informed throughout every step of the process, and has been described a great listener who is very approachable.

Andrew Kelly

Andrew is an Associate Solicitor working in Will, Trust and Estate Disputes. He specialises in work involving; disputed wills; estate litigation; trust disputes; and claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. His experience incudes, (but is not limited to) will validity disputes, the interpretation of ambiguous or badly drafted wills, obtaining court orders for an inventory and account, revocation of probate, removal of executors, claims against debtors of an estate, obtaining possession of estate property, claims by the estate to recover unauthorised lifetime transactions/those obtained through undue influence from the deceased, removal of caveats to obtain a grant of probate, mutual wills, secret trusts, proprietary estoppel and claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.

Catrin Griffiths

Catrin is a Partner with the Firm and Head of the Family Department. Catrin has experience working with with all aspects of the law as it relates to families, whether child care, domestic abuse or disputed financial settlements. She has handled some of the most difficult and sensitive cases involving families in Wales and the South West. Many of her clients are farmers or professionals with valuable pension assets, and she is vastly experienced in advising clients on the complex financial aspects of separation. Catrin was described as the leading individual for Family (South and Mid Wales) in the Legal 500 2015/2016 edition. 'Extremely well-versed in financial remedy matters, particularly in cases involving agricultural land and intervenor issues' - Legal 500.

Emma Priest

Emma is a Partner of Redkite Solicitors and is Regional Lead for the firm's Bridgend and Porthcawl offices, where she specializes in private client work. Emma is the Team Leader for Redkite's Bridgend and Porthcawl Wills & Probate team, which consists of seven staff members. Emma is extremely proficient in her specialist area with over 25 years' experience. She deals with a comprehensive Private Client service including: Wills and associated advice including “right to reside” clauses, Wills with Charity beneficiaries, Discretionary trust Wills with letters of wishes, Wills where capacity is verified as part of the “golden rule” urgent Wills and “second marriage” type Wills Lasting Powers of Attorney for Property and Financial Affairs and Health and Welfare Probate and Estates Services including the Administration of Intestate (no Will) Estates Elderly Client Issues including Care Home Fees Advice and Inheritance Tax Planning Preparing Deeds of Variation both from a redirection and a tax planning point of view Emma can undertake work in all the above-mentioned complex areas of law personally from beginning to conclusion, therefore offering a complete service for all her clients, many of whom are elderly and bereaved, in an efficient and sympathetic manner.

James Watkins

James is a Partner of Redkite Solicitors, working in the firm's (Legal 500) Tier 1 ranked Employment Law Team.

Joe Slader

Joe is a Partner of the firm, and part of Redkite's personal injury team, which was recognised as the best personal injury team in Wales at the Welsh Legal Awards in 2019 and 2020. As a specialist personal injury solicitor with over twenty years of experience, Joe is adept in securing high value claims for people who have suffered the most serious and catastrophic injuries.

Leanne Tremain

Leanne is a Partner of the firm, working in Wills and Probate. Leanne has over a decade’s experience dealing with Private Client work. Leanne possesses a wealth of experience in drafting and revising Wills, advising and assisting clients with preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney, and dealing with Estate administration after a persons’ death. She is also vastly experienced in advising clients on lifetime planning to include the movement of ownership of assets to the next generation, and Inheritance Tax planning on potential tax paying estates, including the availability of Inheritance Tax nil rate band, reliefs and exemptions. She also deals with Probate matters ranging from small estates to larger, high value, complex estates which have a net value in excess of a million pounds. Leanne's work has often involved responding to emergency calls to attend seriously ill clients in hospital who want to prepare urgent wills, and attending clients after they have lost a loved one to talk them through the probate process. Through this aspect of her work, Leanne understands the importance of supporting and comforting her clients and their families during difficult times and this underlies her passion for her profession.

Lucy Hollis

Lucy Hollis is a Partner of the firm, and heads up Redkite Solicitors’ Commercial and Agricultural Property team. Lucy acts for regional and local developers, handling commercial and residential development sites, infrastructure agreements, planning agreements and all transaction stages. Lucy advises on regeneration schemes, complex development of historical sites and planning law, as well as solar projects, wind farms, and complex lease transactions. She has extensive experience in environmental legislation, including contamination risks negotiating complex warranties, asbestos management, and environmental permits.

Mathew Bowen

Mathew is a Partner of the firm and is Head of the Wills and Probate Team. Mathew experience ranges from dealing with straightforward estates to those with multi-million pound values, including many with a business property or agricultural element. Particular areas of experience include: acting as an executor administering estates with claims for business property relief, agricultural property relief and the residence nil rate band contentious issues including estates with claims under the inheritance (provisos for dependents) Act 1975 completing deeds of variation both from a pure redirection and a tax planning point of view reporting of lifetime gifts to HMRC winding up of trusts charity estates limited grants complex estate accounts charity beneficiaries DWP claims He also has extensive experience dealing with Will drafting and Lasting Powers of Attorney, both from a financial and health and welfare perspective. Particular Will writing experience includes: “house for occupation” type clauses Wills for farming families Wills with charity beneficiaries discretionary trust Wills with letters of wishes Wills where capacity is verified as part of the “golden rule” “second marriage” type Wills Mathew also deals with title issues in registered and registered land. These have included: first registrations registrations where deeds are lost or missing change of Trustees deeds of gift Mathew also has experience in Court of Protection work, such as: Deputy applications Applications under s36 and 54 of the Trustee Act 1925 Applications for statutory Wills

Michael Evans

Michael is a Partner in the firm and was previously Head of the Personal Injury Department. He has vast experience representing victims of permanent and life-changing injuries (such as brain injury) and families whose loved ones have been killed in accidents. Michael is adept at obtaining high-value compensation for his clients, however, he also prioritises ensuring that his clients receive the care they need quickly, not at the end of what can often be a lengthy compensation case. Michael therefore places a strong focus on securing comprehensive and high quality rehabilitation and interim payments for his clients. Michael takes time to build close relationships with all his clients, and takes great pride in seeing his clients' lives develop and improve.

Paul James

Paul is a Partner in the firm and Head of Commercial Services. Since joining Redkite Solicitors in 2013 from Eversheds Sutherland, Paul has led the team in advising regional and national clients from across all of Redkite’s offices on a wide range of commercial and contract law matters such as implementing standard terms and conditions of business, distribution agreements, franchise agreements, services and marketing agreements and other commercial contracts, intellectual property and IT matters. In addition to this, Paul provides strategic advice and practical legal support on a range of corporate matters, including business sales and purchases, joint ventures, investments and corporate governance. Paul has an in-depth knowledge of public procurement and shared services models through working with public sector clients such as The Royal Mint Limited, Milford Haven Port Authority, Swansea University and the Welsh Government. Paul has given strategic advice and drafting support to a number of local authorities, housing associations and further education bodies. Paul has spoken at numerous national training events and tailored client training, providing sessions on competitive dialogue, framework agreements and shared services as well as delivering tailored commercial contracts training sessions to private sector in-house legal teams or commercial managers.

Phillip Gower

Phillip is a Partner of the firm, working within the Personal Injury (Mainly Claimant) department. He has over 25 years’ expertise in Personal Injury Litigation on behalf of claimants, dealing mostly with asbestos exposure, industrial disease and accident claims across the UK, as well as a large number of claims on behalf of clients in Australia, South Africa, America, Europe and Canada. Phillip was responsible for recovering damages in one of the highest awards approved by the High Court in Wales in a brain injury case. Phillip is also an Accredited Asbestos Specialist and Occupational Disease Specialist, and an assessor for the accreditation of other lawyers within the field. He also has a BSA Certificate in Industrial Audiometry.

Rebecca Caswell

Rebecca is a Partner of the firm, specialising in Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Probate matters as part of Redkite's experienced Wills and Probate team. Rebecca takes pride in her ability to adapt to all scenarios to help clients to solve problems, including sensitive issues. She is able to meet clients at a variety of locations including in the Office, at their home, in hospital etc, as needed.

Ryan David

Ryan is a Partner in Redkite Solicitors and a skilled and experienced property lawyer. With 20 years of experience in the legal industry, Ryan has established a reputation as a knowledgeable and trustworthy advisor to clients seeking guidance on commercial property matters. Ryan brings a wealth of expertise to his role, having advised clients across a wide range of sectors, including retail, industrial, office, and hospitality. His practice encompasses all aspects of commercial property, including acquisitions and disposals, lease negotiations, development and investment work, and real estate finance. Throughout his career, Ryan has developed a deep understanding of the legal and commercial considerations involved in complex property transactions. He is dedicated to providing his clients with practical and effective solutions, tailored to their specific needs and goals. As a partner at Redkite Law LLP, Ryan is committed to delivering exceptional service to his clients. He works collaboratively with his colleagues to ensure that every client receives the highest level of attention and care.

Sophie Jones

Sophie is a Partner is Head of the Personal Injury and Clinical negligence department. Her team assists those who have suffered life changing injuries. Sophie's expertise is vast; she has acted on behalf of clients who have suffered brain injuries, amputations, spinal cord injuries and polytrauma injuries. She is passionate about ensuring that her clients have access to rehabilitation as early as possible, as well as ensuring there is support in place for her client’s family. Sophie has assisted clients throughout England and Wales, and can be described as an approachable/empathetic Lawyer with great attention to detail. Sophie has a wealth of experience in acting for many families who have lost their loves ones in tragic circumstances. This includes a number of media reported cases. Sophie has secured multi million pound settlements for her clients including securing one of the largest lump sum settlements in Wales. Sophie is recognised as a next generation Partner and has been described as someone who “has an excellent rapport with clients and displays excellent dedication to the client’s needs”.

Susan Williams

Susan is a Partner of the firm, working within the Family department and based in Redkite's Cardiff office. Susan has extensive experience with all matters arising from a breakdown in relationships, including divorce and financial arrangements, advising on matters which have complex and high value assets, including business assets, both in the UK and internationally, pre and post nuptial agreements, co habitation agreements and civil partnerships. Susan is highly regarded for her expertise in children proceedings representing parents, children (through their court appointed Guardian) and other family members. She also advises on complex issues such as surrogacy and adoption. She recently had a public children case go to the Court of Appeal and has used King’s counsel more recently on a number of matters. Susan works across all the offices and her clients can therefore be local, national and international. Susan’s successful outcomes for her clients are built on many years of experience as a family lawyer providing in-depth knowledge, practical advice and a tailored service to each of her individual clients. Susan is sensitive and pragmatic in her approach and builds strong relationships with her clients to help them to achieve the best outcome possible. She conducts a significant number of court hearings herself. She enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues across the practice to ensure all her clients' needs are met, often working closely with colleagues in Wills and Probate, Property and Dispute Resolution teams.

William Morse

William is a highly experienced Partner in the firm, and an employment law and education law specialist. William advises both employers and employees in relation to all aspects of employment law and, additionally, in relation to such issues as consultancy, directorship and employment status. He will represent his clients in both non- contentious and contentious matters including settlement negotiations and Employment Tribunal proceedings. William has additionally developed a practice specialism in the education sector, with a particular focus upon Academy conversion and governance. William's objective in advising clients is to always try to blend legal/technical advice with tactical and practical emphasis. Central to William's approach is his belief in getting this balance right, leading clients through the complexities of the law, while doing so in a real-world way.

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