Zoe is an experienced Private Client Solicitor specialising in Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate Administration, and Inheritance Disputes. With over 20 years of experience in the legal field, Zoe provides clients with clear, practical legal advice and support, helping individuals and families manage complex personal legal matters.
Zoe works with a diverse range of clients, offering tailored legal solutions that address their unique needs and circumstances. Whether it’s drafting wills, managing estate administration, or resolving disputes, Zoe is committed to providing high-quality, empathetic, and professional legal advice.
Areas of expertise include:
- Wills and Estate Planning
- Trusts and Tax Planning
- Probate Administration
- Inheritance Disputes
- Elder Law & Powers of Attorney
- Estate and Taxation Strategies
Having built a reputation for offering trusted advice and effective legal solutions, Zoe is passionate about helping clients protect their legacy, resolve family disputes, and navigate the complexities of personal legal matters with confidence.
Always focused on clear communication and client care, Zoe is dedicated to ensuring that clients feel supported at every stage of the legal process. Whether providing expert advice on structuring trusts for tax efficiency or managing the administration of a loved one’s estate, Zoe is committed to delivering practical and lasting solutions.
Throughout Zoe’s career, she has gained a reputation as an expert in private client law, helping clients navigate the emotional and legal complexities of loss while ensuring their estates are managed efficiently and in accordance with the law.
Zoe has played a key role in developing the next generation of legal professionals, providing mentorship, guidance, and training to junior solicitors and trainees. Her extensive experience and deep knowledge of private client law have been instrumental in shaping the skills and expertise of those entering the profession.
Key responsibilities:
- Advising individuals and families on a wide range of Private Client matters, from Estate Planning and Wills to Trust formation and Inheritance Tax planning.
- Managing the Probate process for complex estates, ensuring full legal compliance while offering compassionate support to clients during times of bereavement.
- Specialising in tax-efficient strategies for wealth transfer and inheritance planning, helping clients minimise tax liabilities and protect family assets for future generations.
- Acting as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals and families, offering bespoke advice on asset protection, estate management, and intergenerational wealth transfer.
- Leading the training and development of junior solicitors, providing regular supervision and guidance on case management, legal research, and client care.
About Zoe
Beyond her professional life, Zoe is a well-rounded individual with a diverse set of passions. She is an avid runner, regularly challenging herself to achieve new personal goals, and finds balance in reading, exploring both fiction and non-fiction to fuel her curiosity about the world. Art plays a significant role in her life, whether through visiting galleries, creating, or appreciating the creative expressions of others.
Family is at the heart of everything Zoe does, and she enjoys spending quality time with her family. She also has a strong passion for music, playing the violin and appreciating the emotional depth it brings to both personal life and work. With a deep curiosity about the world around her, Zoe is always seeking new knowledge, whether through books, art, or engaging in thought-provoking conversations.
Zoe believes that a well-rounded life fosters creativity and empathy, both of which are essential in providing exceptional legal support. She is always open to connecting with like-minded professionals and individuals, and values the opportunity to learn from others' diverse experiences