England - East Anglia • Private client
At Hunt & Coombs LLP, Oundle-based Sally Power who frequently acts for high-net-worth individuals, landowners, farmers, and business owners, now leads the practice, having taken over from Peterborough-based Henry Anstey at the start of 2023. The ‘very knowledgeable’ Anstey remains a key partner in the practice. Paddy Appleton, who also works from the Oundle office, has vast experience in all areas of private client law and Huntingdon-based Sallyann Short is known for her ’professional manner and caring nature’.
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‘Anyone I have had contact with is always extremely helpful, for all matters, big or small. The firm’s entire approach seems to be client-focused, which I value greatly.’
‘I have found Sallyann Short so helpful in all elements; her attitude to her clients is brilliant and her advice is always detailed but easy to digest.’
'Henry Anstey is very knowledgeable in key areas. He is able to explain complex legalities in a way that invokes client confidence. It is very important that any professional can explain their specialties in the simplest language without resorting to unnecessary jargon.'
‘The team are extremely helpful and very knowledgeable.’
‘Sallyann Short is one of the best solicitors I have ever worked with. She is so good at dealing with the complex needs of clients whilst maintaining a professional manner and caring nature. Clients don't feel under pressure with her either.'
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Henry specialises in wills, trusts, probate and care for the elderly. He is an expert in tax planning and has considerable experience in helping clients to plan for the future. He has a particular interest in obtaining NHS continuing care and helping clients to plan for the possible impact of these by developing strategies to fund such care which minimise the impact on the clients assets.
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Sally Power