Solicitor at Sampson Coward LLP

Jessica Johnston

Solicitor - Solicitor

SRA ID: 479295

Jessica is a partner who specialises in the preparation of Wills, trusts and estate administration as well as dealing with a wide range of Power of Attorney and financial Deputyship matters. Jessica studied law at the University of Bristol and graduated in 2008 following which she completed the legal practice course. Jessica then trained and worked at a regional law firm based in Salisbury before joining Whitehead Vizard LLP in November 2016 prior to the firm’s merger with Sampson Coward LLP in April 2020. Jessica is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) which is the ‘gold standard’ in the area of Wills, trusts and estates.

St. Mary's Chambers, 51 New Street, SP1 2PH

Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate

5.0/5 13 Client Reviews 13
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13 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

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Ruth & Tony Bass
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March 28, 2024 20240328103528

Friendly, professional service

5

We visited Sampson Coward in order to have our wills re-drafted.
All aspects of the procedure were handled in a polite, friendly and professional manner.
Jessica Johnston explained matters clearly and comprehensively and we felt confident and happy with the service received.

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Anonymous
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March 28, 2024 20240328075820

Jessica Johnston Partner Samson Coward LLP- Writing of Wills

5

I was looking to get my wills updated and was personally recommended to use Jessica Johnston from Samson Coward LLP. I cannot rate her highly enough. From the very beginning of contacting her she was efficient and clear in her communication, process and costs and was prompt in sorting my will out for me. She was excellent at explaining everything and made me feel very comfortable in my discussions. She made the whole process very easy and I would definitely use her again for any other legal matters.She has been by far the best solicitor I have used and would highly recommend using her.

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Sue Shaw
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November 03, 2023 20231103181253

The easy way to make a will

5

We found it very easy to deal with Jessica Johnston on the making of our wills, and a deed of variation for my father's will. Everything was clearly explained so we understood what we were signing, and all the implications were reviewed. Contacts were prompt and efficient so it was all dealt with smoothly.

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Paul Hey
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October 17, 2023 20231017131833

Will Preparation

5

Very positive. Jessica Johnson was very helpful in my will preparation and accommodating with my reviews and changes as she lead me through the process.

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Anonymous
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October 06, 2023 20231006132430

Excellent and friendly service

5

Jessica Johnston dealt with obtaining probate for my late brother's estate and preparing a deed of variation. She was very efficient and helpful, and easy to contact. In all the dealings which my sister and I had with Jessica she was extremely kind and patient.

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July 25, 2023 20230725115434

Will advice and drafting

5

Jessica provided my husband and I with clear and comprehensive advice on drafting wills specific to our circumstances. She answered our queries and ensured we fully understood everything. Jessica was friendly and professional and very efficient.

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Sue
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July 24, 2023 20230724094138

Excellent Service

5

Jessica Johnstone advised on and drew up mirror wills for my husband and myself.
Her charm and professional approach together with sound advice made the whole process seamless.

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Neil Stapleton
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July 22, 2023 20230722100906

Mirror Wills with Trust

5

We approached a few solicitors in our local area and Sampson Coward were the most welcoming and conveyed professionalism. Jessica who handled our wills offered to meet for a free 30 min or so consultation so we could assess our options and guage whether we could work together easily.

Jessica immediately put us at ease and is very experienced and knowledgeable on the matter of wills. She offered advice based on her considerable experience and this allowed us to weigh the pros and cons of various options we had considered beforehand and others that she ran through with us. At every stage of the process Jessica was understanding, patient and clear. Jessica offered us invaluable advice too that helped us arrive at an optimal solution for us, our inheritors; children, any future grandchildren, and relatives given the unlikely scenario the family should all die suddenly together. It was a pleasure working with Jessica and Sampson Coward to give us the will we wanted and peace of mind going forward with our lives. A huge thank you.

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Doug Derrick
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July 03, 2023 20230703125551

Probate administration

5

Jessica and her team provided an excellent service with prompt clear advice. Sampson Coward were easy to deal with and the fees were far more reasonable than other firms who quoted for the work.

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May 04, 2023 20230504130049

Update of wills

5

A highly professional, efficient and enlightening experience. Jessica covered a lot of ground and explained all elements of the process and gave excellent guidance for future events.

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Tate

5

We were very satisfied with our dealings with Sampson Coward who we hired to settle our late parents estate. Our advisor dealt with all affairs in a timely, professional and efficient manner. Right from the get go her communication with us was excellent. Initially she graciously talked us through the process of Probate in order for us to reach a decision as to whether we wanted her to handle it for us or not. We had absolutely no doubt in our minds by the end of the conversation that she was the right person for us. We were not disappointed. We were kept informed at all stages of the process and our advisor was patient and kind in replying to our doubts and queries. Nothing was too much trouble. At an emotional time for ourselves we felt very fortunate to have found someone who has that all important human touch.
We felt that the fees for the services were very reasonable, everything was clearly itemised and all predicted costs were explained in detail during our initial meeting. There were no hidden extras or unwelcome surprises.
We could not recommended the service we were provided with more highly.

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About Jessica Johnston

Jessica is a partner who specialises in the preparation of Wills, trusts and estate administration as well as dealing with a wide range of Power of Attorney and financial Deputyship matters. Jessica studied law at the University of Bristol and graduated in 2008 following which she completed the legal practice course. Jessica then trained and worked at a regional law firm based in Salisbury before joining Whitehead Vizard LLP in November 2016 prior to the firm’s merger with Sampson Coward LLP in April 2020. Jessica is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) which is the ‘gold standard’ in the area of Wills, trusts and estates.

Languages Spoken: English

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Sampson Coward LLP

St. Mary's Chambers

51 New Street

SP1 2PH



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United Kingdom

Currently Registered

01/11/11

18/08/22

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

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Whitehead Vizard

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