Prettys Solicitors LLP
Client SatisfactionThe wills, trusts and estates team at Prettys Solicitors LLP in Ipswich is ‘friendly, personable, always willing to help and knowledgeable.’ Lead partner Emma Woollard has a broad practice but is especially well regarded for her understanding of social care and capacity-related cases. Senior associate Fiona Ashmead, who joined from Thompson Smith and Puxon, has STEP accreditation of a Certificate in Advising Vulnerable Clients and is a key adviser on inheritance tax issues. The firm excels in Court of Protection matters, and issues concerning care fees and end of life planning.
Testimonials
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‘Friendly, personable, always willing to help and knowledgeable.’
‘Emma Woollard has been our family solicitor for as long as I can remember. In addition to being so experienced and knowledgeable one of her great strengths is that she really knows our family and is able to advise accordingly. I really value her wise counsel and Emma always looks for the solution to any problems. Nothing is ever too much trouble.’
‘The team functions really well as a unit and create a real family feel within the private client department, which is tangible for clients. While far from a small firm, the single office nature of Prettys helps this and they are far less stuffy or intimidating to some clients than other firms. They also have exceptional knowledge to back up their personal skills.’
‘Emma Woollard, Fiona Ashmead and Lorna Thresh have an exceptional ability to make clients feel valued, understood and looked after. They also have enough presence and connections to ensure the right people are brought in to help the client achieve their objectives whether than is an IFA, tax adviser or another lawyer. Clients seem to build a real relationship with the team at Prettys and feel like everyone is pulling in the same direction.’
‘Very knowledgeable team. Non-corporate family law firm approach. Clients know the team and client's needs are well understood. Team goes over and above in supporting clients.’
‘Emma Woollard is an exceptional deputy. Knowledgeable and ensures clients are well advocated for. Always spends time to understand client's individual needs. Works well with other professionals.’
‘Very personable. A great listener. Expert knowledge.’
‘Emma Woollard takes time with people to truly understand what they need. She listens in a careful but compassionate way.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Emma Woollard