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Mark Goodson

Estate Practitioner & Head of department

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Mark is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and is joint Head of the Private Client department at BTMK Goodson, the Private Client arm of the of BTMK group, a general practice law firm serving clients both locally and nationally. He is extremely experienced in non-contentious Probate, Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney and other legal services relating to elderly client law. He has specialised in this field since the early 1990’s and was a partner in the local firm of FWG before their take over by BTMK in May 2015. Outside of work, Mark is married to Dawn, has 3 children, 3 stepchildren and a dog. He loves cooking, eating out, going to the cinema or theatre and is a Southend United fanatic, having supported the club since August 1969. In his younger days he was a keen sportsman, playing football and cricket to a reasonable standard, is a published author having written the Fools Guide to Investment Clubs for the financial website The Motley Fool and is a musician in a long established function band, “The Alvin Jones Band” (although the gigging opportunities these days are few and far between). Currently, he is most likely to be found somewhere on a golf course trying to get his handicap down and is so social he will attend the opening of an envelope.

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  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Based in Southend-on-Sea, Essex

  • Licensed for 6 years

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Mark is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and is joint Head of the Private Client department at BTMK Goodson, the Private Client arm of the of BTMK group, a general practice law firm serving clients both locally and nationally. He is extremely experienced in non-contentious Probate, Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney and other legal services relating to elderly client law. He has specialised in this field since the early 1990’s and was a partner in the local firm of FWG before their take over by BTMK in May 2015. Outside of work, Mark is married to Dawn, has 3 children, 3 stepchildren and a dog. He loves cooking, eating out, going to the cinema or theatre and is a Southend United fanatic, having supported the club since August 1969. In his younger days he was a keen sportsman, playing football and cricket to a reasonable standard, is a published author having written the Fools Guide to Investment Clubs for the financial website The Motley Fool and is a musician in a long established function band, “The Alvin Jones Band” (although the gigging opportunities these days are few and far between). Currently, he is most likely to be found somewhere on a golf course trying to get his handicap down and is so social he will attend the opening of an envelope.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Based in Southend-on-Sea, Essex

  • Licensed for 6 years

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  • BTMK Solicitors Limited

    Estate Practitioner & Head of department

    Until Present

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01702 221924
mark.goodson@btmk.co.uk
https://www.btmksolicitors.co.uk/our-business/our-team/mark-goodson/

Opening hours

Monday 08:30–17:30
Tuesday 08:30–17:30
Wednesday 08:30–17:30
Thursday 08:30–17:30
Friday 08:30–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

BTMK Solicitors, Chillingstone House, 26 Eastwood Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS6 7JQ

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    Caroline

    Estate/probate

    It was a complicated Estate with assets across several countries, but Mark and Megan (with whom I dealt primarily) took this all in their stride, seeking outside expertise as necessary, eg other country legal and tax issues, bringing everything to a satisfactory conclusion, with minimum stress or worry to myself. They were a pleasure to deal with, and always available to offer sensible advice or guidance. Partway through this Estate work, because I was happy with the service being provided, I engaged Mark to rewrite my will and also to prepare Lasting Powers of Attorney for myself and my father. Again, this work was handled quickly and efficiently, with minimum effort necessary by myself!

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    Dear Caroline, Thank you, for your detailed feedback regarding your complex Estate matters. We're delighted to hear that Mark and Megan provided exceptional service, navigating legal complexities across multiple countries with ease. We appreciate your trust in engaging us for further legal services, and we're pleased to have delivered these efficiently. We'll pass your feedback over to Mark, Megan and the team; If you require assistance in the future, please feel free to reach out. Best Regards, BTMK Solicitors

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    Stephen

    Grant of Probate

    BTMK acted for us in obtain the Grant of Probate. Mark Goodson handed us over to Megan McKinlay senior case worker. They acted completely professionally and kept us advised every step of the way. We would have no hesitation in recommending BTMK they were excellent throughout. We would also like to state that we also used their sister company in Southend for the conveyancing for the probate property concerned.

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    legal expert Megan McKinlay Megan McKinlay

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    Dear Stephen, Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that Mark, Megan, and the team provided excellent service throughout your probate process. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Best regards, BTMK Solicitors Limited

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    Gary

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    BTMK have been amazing

    BTMK and especially Mark Goodson and Megan McKinlay have been truly wonderful dealing with my fathers will, estate and probate. Making the whole process as painless as possible at such a sensitive time. Megan, our caseworker, was extremely helpful handling the whole process making sure every T was crossed and I was dotted. If ever you need professional advice these are the people to see.

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    Hi Gary, thank you for your heartfelt feedback! We're honored to have assisted you with your father's will, estate, and probate matters during such a sensitive time. It's wonderful to hear that Mark and Megan provided truly wonderful service, making the process as painless as possible. We're glad that Megan, your caseworker, ensured that every detail was handled meticulously and that you felt supported throughout. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're grateful for the opportunity to provide you with professional advice and support. If you ever require further assistance or have any other legal needs, please don't hesitate to reach out.

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    Alex

    Excellent service and great staff and team. Highly recommend

    The service that Mark Goodson and his team, Megan and others is exemplary. Great communication and service throughout the whole process of Estate Planning & Wills. Mark is very knowledgeable and delivers this with a very friendly, personable, pragmatic and helpful approach to what could be a complicated and daunting legal process. Megan is excellent with her communications and efficiency and makes the whole process efficient and easy.

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    legal expert Megan McKinlay Megan McKinlay

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    Hi Alex, we are delighted to hear that you found our service to be exemplary and that the communication and assistance provided by Mark, Megan, and the team were exceptional. We take great pride in delivering comprehensive and efficient legal services, and it is gratifying to know that we were able to guide you through the potentially complex and daunting process of Estate Planning & Wills. We value your feedback and wish you all the best for the future.

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    Robert Eason

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    Exceptional Conveyancing & Probate services

    From start to finish a white glove service! Thank you BTMK team.

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    legal expert Jessica Dawkins Jessica Dawkins

    BTMK Solicitors Limited

    Hello Robert, thank you so much for your positive feedback and for taking the time to post this review. Our client's views are important to us and help us constantly improve the way we do business. Thanks again for your review

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    Im very happy to recommend Mark Goodson at BTMK personally. He handled our mother's probate application this year effortlessly. He certainly knows his stuff, and saved us a considerable amount in IHT. He has also handled our wills, other estate planning and tax mitigation work. It was certainly well worth paying the fees to not have the stress of completing multiple long inland revenue forms! Thanks S.Barker.

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    Thank you Simon.

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