Emma Houghton

Partner

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Emma qualified as a solicitor in 2009 and was made a Partner at Berry & Lamberts in April 2024. Emma is a qualified Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP). A TEP is an internationally-recognised qualification that demonstrates an advanced understanding of the Trust and Estates field and indicates that the practitioner takes a proactive approach to being at the forefront of the latest developments in the industry. A TEP is a member of the Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners (STEP), and is subject to their code of conduct. Emma deals with all matters in relation to the administration of estates, including those with complex family and taxation issues. Emma is able to draw on her experience in family law to deliver a multifaceted service. Emma is experienced in advising and preparing comprehensive wills for clients who often have complicated family backgrounds and so require planning with a variety of trusts. Emma advises in relation to lifetime and will trusts, and assists trustees with the ongoing administration of such trusts. She regularly assists clients with the preparation of Lasting Powers of Attorney or, in the event it is too late to do this, she is able to act for and guide loved ones through the Deputyship application process.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 394817

  • Based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent
  • Licensed for 16 years

Accepting new clients via ReviewSolicitors

Emma qualified as a solicitor in 2009 and was made a Partner at Berry & Lamberts in April 2024. Emma is a qualified Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP). A TEP is an internationally-recognised qualification that demonstrates an advanced understanding of the Trust and Estates field and indicates that the practitioner takes a proactive approach to being at the forefront of the latest developments in the industry. A TEP is a member of the Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners (STEP), and is subject to their code of conduct. Emma deals with all matters in relation to the administration of estates, including those with complex family and taxation issues. Emma is able to draw on her experience in family law to deliver a multifaceted service. Emma is experienced in advising and preparing comprehensive wills for clients who often have complicated family backgrounds and so require planning with a variety of trusts. Emma advises in relation to lifetime and will trusts, and assists trustees with the ongoing administration of such trusts. She regularly assists clients with the preparation of Lasting Powers of Attorney or, in the event it is too late to do this, she is able to act for and guide loved ones through the Deputyship application process.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 394817

  • Based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent
  • Licensed for 16 years

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  • Berry and Lamberts LLP

    Partner

    July 2020 - Present 5 years and 11 months

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  • English

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

11 Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1JA

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SallyAnne

Wills, Trusts & Probate

New Will

I am very happy with the service I received from Emma Houghton regarding the writing of my new Will. Emma was very thorough and brought certain matters to my attention that I hadn’t even thought of. I am fit and healthy, but I wanted to get this sorted and I regard the fee I paid as money well spent as I now have peace of mind it’s done. A resident of Tonbridge

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Mr & Mrs Ollive

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Wills, Trusts and Probate

A very professional service undertaken in a friendly manner.

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P Shorter

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Wills, Trusts and Probate

Excellent service from first contact with Liz Butler-Graham, the secretary who made us an appointment with solicitor, Emma Houghton, to the collection of completed wills.

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Graham Smith.

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Wills, Trusts and Probate

Excellent personal service and communication with regular updates. Foreseeing problems and providing solutions.

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David J. Hulme

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Powers of Attorney

Case proceeded top a satisfactory conclusion, despite external difficulties including OPG losing documents.

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D Adams

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Powers of Attorney

Emma and her assistants have all been helpful and kind in helping me with my will and LPAs.

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