As well as routinely handling will drafting and tax planning matters, Thrings LLP assists executors and trustees with the administration of estates and works closely with the firm’s agricultural and corporate teams to provide specialised advice to farmers and family business owners. Penelope Munro is a key contact in the practice and is an expert in rural estate administration matters, in addition to regularly handling Court of Protection work. Former practice head Michael Westbrook departed the firm in August 2023, while the team recruited Ben Coulson from Shakespeare Martineau LLP in September 2023.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘It's a practice that has a strong and diverse team that is able to work across most requirements. The senior partners clearly have a very strong client-facing approach, which goes right through the organisation.’

  • ‘Penelope Munro was very helpful, she took time to explain the probate process, and she always responded quickly to questions.’

  • ‘Gavin Smith is excellent. He is responsive and has good knowledge of the practice area.'

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Penelope Munro, Ben Coulson, Gavin Smith, Stephen Horton