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Hall Smith Whittingham LLP Hall Smith Whittingham LLP

Alison Greatbanks

Solicitor and Partner

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I am a solicitor and partner in the firm of Hall Smith Whittingham LLP. I am head of the Wills and Probate Department with over 20 years’ experience in private client work, specialising in Wills, Probate and Elderly Client law. I qualified as a solicitor in 2002. I attended Sir John Moore’s University Liverpool where she gained a 2:1 in History and then attended the College of Law Chester where she completed the Post Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal Practice Course Diploma. I completed my training contract with Hall Smith Whittingham LLP and became a partner in 2014. I have been a member of the Solicitors of the Elderly since 2007 and I am skilled in dealing with elderly and vulnerable client issues and dealing with those suffering from mental capacity issues. I also have experience of managing client’s financial affairs either as a Court appointed Deputy or client appointed Attorney. Since qualification I have also completed a number of professional development courses in probate and estate administration and the Solicitors for the Elderly accreditations In Older Client Care Practice (OCCP) and Older Client Law in Practice (OCCP).

Hall Smith Whittingham LLP Hall Smith Whittingham LLP

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 24690

  • Based in Crewe, Cheshire

  • Licensed for 24 years

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Hall Smith Whittingham LLP Hall Smith Whittingham LLP

I am a solicitor and partner in the firm of Hall Smith Whittingham LLP. I am head of the Wills and Probate Department with over 20 years’ experience in private client work, specialising in Wills, Probate and Elderly Client law. I qualified as a solicitor in 2002. I attended Sir John Moore’s University Liverpool where she gained a 2:1 in History and then attended the College of Law Chester where she completed the Post Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal Practice Course Diploma. I completed my training contract with Hall Smith Whittingham LLP and became a partner in 2014. I have been a member of the Solicitors of the Elderly since 2007 and I am skilled in dealing with elderly and vulnerable client issues and dealing with those suffering from mental capacity issues. I also have experience of managing client’s financial affairs either as a Court appointed Deputy or client appointed Attorney. Since qualification I have also completed a number of professional development courses in probate and estate administration and the Solicitors for the Elderly accreditations In Older Client Care Practice (OCCP) and Older Client Law in Practice (OCCP).

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 24690

  • Based in Crewe, Cheshire

  • Licensed for 24 years

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Documentation Accuracy 4.7/5
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Value for money 4.7/5
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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Experience

  • Hall Smith Whittingham LLP

    SRA-approved manager - Member

    Until October 2019

  • Hall Smith Whittingham LLP

    Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration

    Until February 2020

Languages spoken

  • English

Contact

01270 212 000
agreatbanks@hswsolicitors.co.uk
www.hswsolicitors.co.uk

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

172-174 Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6BW

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    Kerry has been exceptional in all of our interactions. Very clear communication and was able to speak to her directly on all matters relating to the sale of our late father’s estate. Can’t thank her and the team at HSW enough for all of their help and support through a difficult time.

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    Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased to hear that Kerry provided clear communication and strong support throughout the sale of your late father’s estate, and that you felt well supported during a difficult time.

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    Will Services

    Great 1st class professional service as always. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended.and approachable. 5 Stars!!

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    Dear Rachel. Thank you for your wonderful feedback. It’s always a pleasure to assist, and I’m delighted to hear you found the service professional, friendly, and approachable. Your recommendation and continued support are greatly appreciated.

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    Alison looked after us to update our wills.Great service.

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    Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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