Nicholas Choiniere
ClarionClarion‘s sizable team advises on a broad range of complex disputes, including those involving multijurisdictional elements. The group covers will and trust disputes, contentious matters relating to the administration of estates, and Court of Protection issues. ’Stand-out lawyer’ Lynsey Harrison leads the team, and covers the full spectrum of disputes in the practice area. Harrison is supported by Louise Dodds, 'one of the best probate and trust lawyers around,' who has a particular specialism in disappointed beneficiary claims. The ‘excellent’ Nicholas Choiniere is a key name and brings key international experience due to a history practising in Canada.
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‘Louise Dodds is friendly, knowledgeable and takes pains to let us know what is happening and why. Where I question what is being done and why, she gives a straightforward answer. I feel that we are given the chance to drive the legal actions we take (after suitable advice) rather than being directed towards certain courses.’
‘Lynsey Harrison is a stand-out lawyer in this area. Technically brilliant and bags of emotional intelligence.’
‘Lynsey Harrison leads the team well, she is dynamic and forward-thinking; a good, safe pair of hands.’
‘Lyndsey Harrison is one of the stand-out partners in this field and a go-to for independent administrator work. She is completely unflappable, razor-sharp and respectful even to those who don't deserve it.’
‘This is a truly excellent local firm with exceptional client service. Because they are not a multinational team, you get the personal touch, which is really important in an area like private client dealing with death and bereavement.’
‘It’s the personal touch. All team members know the case, so you can talk to anyone. Nicholas Choiniere is excellent, and the team has an inspirational leader in Lynsey Harrison.’
‘Clarion has a specialist probate and trust team with great breadth and depth of expertise and experience. Their members are all well regarded within the sector and they deal with cases of great complexity.’
‘Lynsey Harrison heads the team, and she is a figure with national recognition. Louise Dodds is one of the best probate and trust lawyers around. She has an impeccable judgment and great tactical ability. Nicholas Choinere is a rising star who has dealt with high value cases with confidence and ability.’
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Louise Dodds
ClarionLeading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Lynsey Harrison
ClarionPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Lynsey Harrison