Solicitor at Ashtons Legal LLP

Rebecca McCarthy

Solicitor - Associate

SRA ID: 629621

Becky is an Associate in our Lifetime Planning team. She has experience in all aspects of Private Client work including: Wills, succession and asset protection Inheritance Tax advice Probate and administration of estates after death Lasting Powers of Attorney and Enduring Powers of Attorney Care home fee planning Trust creation and administration Court of Protection work including deputyship applications, statutory Will applications and administration of deputyships. Becky has particular expertise in relation to Universal Wealth Preservation (also known as Universal Asset Protection) and other Asset Protection Trusts and has advised clients and solicitors across the country in relation to: removing trustees who are no longer acting and are uncontactable assigning properties into the names of trustees chosen by the client advice on advantages and disadvantages of trusts and whether the aims of the client are likely to be achieved by the trusts advice on tax implications of lifetime trusts. She qualified as a solicitor in January 2018 and before joining Ashtons Legal, worked at a medium regional firm in Ipswich and a leading national law firm in Worcester. Becky has a Law Degree, Master in Law with commendation and Diploma in Professional Practice with distinction; all from Nottingham Law School. She has over eight years’ experience in Private Client Law, is a qualified member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and the Association of Lifetime Lawyers. She is also a registered Dementia Friend and a Dignity Champion. Becky has been described by clients as friendly, patient and caring and was referenced in Legal 500 with a client saying: “Rebecca Dixon was particularly helpful and dealt with us on a Solicitor professional but down to earth basis”. She enjoys assisting clients by providing clear, pragmatic advice and reassurance and prides herself on her personable, compassionate and ‘plain English’ approach. In her spare time, Becky enjoys spending time with her two rescue dogs, sailing on the East Coast and running.

The Long Barn, Fornham Business Court, Fornham St Martin, Suffolk, IP31 1SL

Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate

4.5/5 4 Client Reviews 4
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4 Client Reviews

4.5/5

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David E Bull
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Collected whilst working at Ashtons Legal LLP
October 01, 2024 20241001113630

Wills

5

I used Ashtons Legal for my Will. They were professional, efficient, knowledgeable and friendly. They gave clear and practical advice and I would use them again.

Lawyer named in this review: Rebecca McCarthy

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 01 October, 2024

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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Chris Burnford
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January 30, 2024 20240130165441

Package of Wills/trust/taxation, etc

5

I and my Trustees were very satisfied with our dealings with Ashtons except for very slow progress at times. I believe that pandemic/covid and the VERY slow reactions of Government bodies were the main causes of delays at times. Rebecca Dixon very pleasant to deal with.

Lawyer named in this review: Rebecca McCarthy

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 02 February, 2024

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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Trevor and Sandra
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July 04, 2023 20230704144850

Thank you Ashtons

4

Ashtons were reccomended to us to solve a stressful and emotional trust.

Firstly the honest approach and reassurance was so welcomed. Clear instruction and updates were always given. Our immense gratitude to Rebecca for being so understanding and her prompt direction and instructions. We will forever be greatful for a sucessful. Many thanks Ashtons

Lawyer named in this review: Rebecca McCarthy

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 15 August, 2023

Thank you for your positive feedback. We strive to give our clients the best possible service and we are delighted that this service has been achieved.

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Nicholas
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May 18, 2022 20220518080108

Very productive experience

5

Constructive and friendly advice from Rebecca Dixon, who generated an extremely positive first experience in creating a Will. Many thanks also to Kate Lonergan, who was very helpful during the initial contact and communication with Ashtons.

Lawyer named in this review: Rebecca McCarthy

Rebecca McCarthy from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 28 June, 2022

Thank you very much for your kind review Nicholas, it is much appreciated and I will pass on your feedback to Kate.

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About Rebecca McCarthy

Becky is an Associate in our Lifetime Planning team. She has experience in all aspects of Private Client work including: Wills, succession and asset protection Inheritance Tax advice Probate and administration of estates after death Lasting Powers of Attorney and Enduring Powers of Attorney Care home fee planning Trust creation and administration Court of Protection work including deputyship applications, statutory Will applications and administration of deputyships. Becky has particular expertise in relation to Universal Wealth Preservation (also known as Universal Asset Protection) and other Asset Protection Trusts and has advised clients and solicitors across the country in relation to: removing trustees who are no longer acting and are uncontactable assigning properties into the names of trustees chosen by the client advice on advantages and disadvantages of trusts and whether the aims of the client are likely to be achieved by the trusts advice on tax implications of lifetime trusts. She qualified as a solicitor in January 2018 and before joining Ashtons Legal, worked at a medium regional firm in Ipswich and a leading national law firm in Worcester. Becky has a Law Degree, Master in Law with commendation and Diploma in Professional Practice with distinction; all from Nottingham Law School. She has over eight years’ experience in Private Client Law, is a qualified member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and the Association of Lifetime Lawyers. She is also a registered Dementia Friend and a Dignity Champion. Becky has been described by clients as friendly, patient and caring and was referenced in Legal 500 with a client saying: “Rebecca Dixon was particularly helpful and dealt with us on a Solicitor professional but down to earth basis”. She enjoys assisting clients by providing clear, pragmatic advice and reassurance and prides herself on her personable, compassionate and ‘plain English’ approach. In her spare time, Becky enjoys spending time with her two rescue dogs, sailing on the East Coast and running.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Rebecca McCarthy

Address

Ashtons Legal LLP

The Long Barn

Fornham Business Court

Fornham St Martin

Suffolk

IP31 1SL



Phone 01284 727096

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Associate

Barker Gotelee LLP

2015-05-11-2021

Solicitor

Ashtons Legal LLP

05-11-2021-present