Jo Leonard

Private Client Executive

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Jo joined our Wills, Probate & Estate Planning department in February 2018 and is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (ACILEx). Having started as a Paralegal, Jo completed her CILEx studies to qualify as a Wills and Probate Executive in 2021 and in 2023 she was promoted to Private Client Executive. She has continued with her studies and is now completing the required portfolio to obtain her CILEx Probate Practice Rights. Having worked in Wills, Probate & Estate Planning for many years, Jo has gained valuable knowledge and experience in drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection matters, obtaining Grants of Probate and Estate Administration. During her time with the firm, Jo has been the lead lawyer on Charity Wills schemes for Naomi House and Cancer Research UK, has become a Mental Health First Aider and was part of the team when the department won the Wills & Probate Award 2020 for Best Use of Social Media. When working with her clients, Jo feels it is important to be professional as well as friendly, to ensure they are made to feel at ease from the outset and they are in the “right hands”. Meeting with clients at what can be an extremely difficult and challenging time in their life, Jo is keen to build a good relationship with all clients and provide them with an extremely professional service while obtaining the help and assistance they need. She adopts her friendly and approachable nature with both her clients and her colleagues, making herself available for anyone who requires assistance or even if it is just to talk. As a Mental Health First Aider, Jo takes her responsibilities seriously and is always happy to talk through any issues a colleague may be having and to lend a listening ear.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Based in Andover, Hampshire
  • Licensed for 1 years

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Jo joined our Wills, Probate & Estate Planning department in February 2018 and is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (ACILEx). Having started as a Paralegal, Jo completed her CILEx studies to qualify as a Wills and Probate Executive in 2021 and in 2023 she was promoted to Private Client Executive. She has continued with her studies and is now completing the required portfolio to obtain her CILEx Probate Practice Rights. Having worked in Wills, Probate & Estate Planning for many years, Jo has gained valuable knowledge and experience in drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection matters, obtaining Grants of Probate and Estate Administration. During her time with the firm, Jo has been the lead lawyer on Charity Wills schemes for Naomi House and Cancer Research UK, has become a Mental Health First Aider and was part of the team when the department won the Wills & Probate Award 2020 for Best Use of Social Media. When working with her clients, Jo feels it is important to be professional as well as friendly, to ensure they are made to feel at ease from the outset and they are in the “right hands”. Meeting with clients at what can be an extremely difficult and challenging time in their life, Jo is keen to build a good relationship with all clients and provide them with an extremely professional service while obtaining the help and assistance they need. She adopts her friendly and approachable nature with both her clients and her colleagues, making herself available for anyone who requires assistance or even if it is just to talk. As a Mental Health First Aider, Jo takes her responsibilities seriously and is always happy to talk through any issues a colleague may be having and to lend a listening ear.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Based in Andover, Hampshire
  • Licensed for 1 years

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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)
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8 Newbury Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1DW

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Helpful and patient in the creation 9f a Letter of Wishes to attach to my Will. Handled my queries on the draft document promptly and clearly. Very easy to do business with!

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Dear Mark, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review for Jo in our Wills, Probate, and Estate Planning department. We are so pleased she was able to assist with patience and promptness. Please don't hesitate to contact us again in the future, should you need us. With best wishes, Parker Bullen LLP

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Ian

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Swift and professional service from Jo Leonard throughout the process. Recommended.

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Dear Ian, Many thanks for taking the time to leave your review for Jo in our Wills, Probate, and Estate Planning department in Andover. We know how important it is to have your Lasting Powers of Attorney, so we are pleased that we were able to assist you in an efficient way. Please don't hesitate to contact us again in the future, should you need us. With best wishes, Parker Bullen LLP

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Very professional company .. efficient, reasonable and do what they say in a timely manner ... Highly recommend them ..

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Hi Matt, Thank you very much for your kind words about Jo and our team. We are delighted to hear you found our service professional, efficient, and timely. We appreciate any future recommendation and pelse do not hesitate to contact us again should you need our assistance in the future. Best wishes, Parker Bullen LLP

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Delighted with service from Jo who dealt with our fathers probate. Jo was very approachable, with clear and easy to understand advice. I would highly recommend.

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Thank you very much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We are so pleased to hear that Jo was able to support you effectively during what can be a very difficult time. If you ever need any further assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Best wishes, Parker Bullen LLP

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Professional, efficient, effective and fast service provided by Jo Leonard and her team. A great ambassador for Parker Bullen.

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Thank you for taking your time to leave a review for Jo Leonard from our Wills, Probate and Estate Planning team in Andover, we are thrilled to hear that you found her professional and efficient. Should you need our services in the future, please don't hesitate to get in contact. With best wishes, Parker Bullen LLP

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