England - South East • Private client

Aquabridge

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Praised for its ‘wealth of experience’, Aquabridge’s private client department in Chelmsford focuses on advising entrepreneurial clients in private matters that affect their business assets. Practice head Lorna Bastian was promoted to partner in 2022, and is well versed in estate planning, will drafting, trust and and estate administration matters. Samuel Flower joined the team in 2022, and has specialist expertise in contentious estate matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The private client team puts the client’s needs and requirements first. They are extremely knowledgeable and have a wealth of experience in private client matters.’
  • ‘They are a client focused law firm, working in the heart of the local community. They are establishing themselves as true professionals, and offer a broad range of services.’
  • ‘I always recommend Lorna Bastian to clients for trust and inheritance tax advice.’
  • ‘They have a great team with good all-round skills under the excellent leadership of Lorna Bastian.’
  • ‘Lorna Bastian is an excellent private client partner. Not only does she have extensive knowledge in private client law, what sets her apart from others is the ability to communicate with clients in a clear and articulate manner.’
  • ‘Samuel Flower was patient, kind, approachable, and both sympathetic and empathetic as he guided us through what was, a very difficult and sad time. He dealt with our case meticulously, efficiently, sensitively and professionally at all times.’
  • ‘I have known and have dealings with Lorna Bastian and her team for many years for my personal business and I am happy to recommend her services to my clients, friends and family who always give very positive feedback. Lorna is very professional and delivers her services in a clear and friendly way.’
  • ‘The team has strength in depth and is capable of advising on all aspects of tax and probate matters.’

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Lorna Bastian

Other key lawyers

Emily Payne, Samuel Flower