Irwin Mitchell in Manchester is ‘very knowledgeable’ in all aspects of wealth and succession planning, with a particular focus on advising clients who are business owners, farmers, and those who lack capacity. Practice head Christine Thornley has extensive experience in wills, trusts, and probate matters, and regularly advises family businesses on succession planning and wealth protection, as well as having niche expertise advising families who have children with additional needs. The group also includes Charlotte Pritchard, who joined from Clyde & Co in September 2023, and she specialises in the administration and taxation of trusts and estates. Another key name is Fiona Bushell, who has particular experience handling matters for clients with a foreign element to their estate.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very good understanding of the situation, good suggestions, and quick reactions.’

  • ‘I dealt with Fiona Bushell and was very impressed with her professionalism.’

  • ‘Very knowledgeable.’

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Christine Thornley, Paula James

Other key lawyers

Charlotte Pritchard, Fiona Bushell