Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford has been selected as a finalist for the Best Probate Law Firm, South England for the UK Probate Research Awards 2021.
The UK Probate Research Awards, known as the Probies, recognise excellence in law firm service delivery and the support given by law firms to probate researchers. They celebrate the achievements and skills of forensic genealogists, recognising the best of the best.
Charles Russell Speechlys’ estate administration hub in Guildford is ranked in the top tiers for both Legal 500 and Chambers Legal Directories and has a reputation for being caring, approachable and highly skilled. Led by highly experienced and specialised lawyers, Charles Russell Speechlys’ dedicated probate offering enables clients to benefit from access to lawyers from other specialisms within the firm, such as private property, real estate disputes, private wealth disputes and insolvency, to assist with complex estates.
Sally Ashford, Partner, Charles Russell Speechlys comments, “Our team has significant experience and expertise in ensuring that probate matters, regardless of how complex they may be, are administered sensitively and efficiently. The last year has been extremely busy and challenging, with sadly a significant increase in estates to manage following the outbreak of Covid. The team have adapted brilliantly to the change in the way we work, and have continued to guide our clients through the probate process notwithstanding all of the restrictions in place.
“This has also been our first year on Finders International Genealogists’ panel of preferred lawyers who are famed heir hunters, locating missing beneficiaries across the world. Our relationship with Finders has blossomed and they have nominated us as Best Probate Law Firm in the South. We are delighted that our hard work and knowledge in this area has been recognised.”
This award shortlisting is the latest in a series of accolades for Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford over the last year, including being selected as a finalist for the Insider South East Dealmaker Awards 2021 (Corporate Law Firm of the Year, Corporate Lawyer of the Year and Emerging Dealmaker of the Year), with results being announced on 1 September 2021.
Charles Russell Speechlys employs over 160 staff in its Guildford office at One London Square and provides a full range of services to businesses and private clients in the region, backed by the resources of an international law firm. For further information, please visit www.charlesrussellspeechlys.com
