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Older and Vulnerable Client Adviser of the Year
This exceptional Lifetime Lawyer is not only an expert in their field, but demonstrates exceptional client care skills
Deniece Lines
Collins & Hoy
Shortlisted
Janine Guthrie
Willans LLP
Shortlisted
Katie Brett
Amphlett Lissimore
Shortlisted
Philip Warford
Renaissance Legal
Shortlisted
Zoe Hodge
Greene & Greene
Shortlisted
02
Professional Deputy of the Year
This Lifetime Lawyer always puts in the time to gain insight into their clients to help them make best interests decisions based on their clients’ past, present, and future wishes, rather than just financial outcomes
Michelle Weaver
HCC Solicitors
Shortlisted
03
Court of Protection Lawyer of the Year
This Lifetime Lawyer understands the depth of responsibility when it comes to supporting the most vulnerable people in society
Michelle Weaver
HCC Solicitors
Shortlisted
Philippa Davies
Lester Aldridge
Shortlisted
Rachael Gibb
JMW Solicitors LLP
Shortlisted
Sion Richards
Wards Solicitors
Shortlisted
04
Rising Star
This exceptional Lifetime Lawyer is clearly going places. A passion for learning and constant growth shines through in their approach to everything they do.
Emily Spencer
Winston Solicitors
Shortlisted
Holly Turner
Culver Law Ltd
Shortlisted
Jessica Randall
Circe Law Ltd
Shortlisted
Shakira Khan
Wilson Browne Solicitors
Shortlisted
Sophie Westgarth
Culver Law Ltd
Shortlisted
05
Probate Lawyer of the Year
This Lifetime Lawyer is extremely resilient given the turbulent times that have beset the probate sector in recent years
Danielle Harvey
Scott Bailey
Shortlisted
Harry Mistry
gunnercooke LLP
Shortlisted
Marjorie Creek
Richard Nelson LLP
Shortlisted
Melissa Howman
Spall Clark Solicitors
Shortlisted
Natalie Payne
Morr & Co LLP
Shortlisted
06
Outstanding collaborative working – Financial Institutions
This Lifetime Lawyer has developed a strong working relationship with this financial services professional
Court of Protection Team Coodes
and Money Carer
Shortlisted
Matrix Capital Financial Planning
Shortlisted
07
Outstanding collaborative working – Charities
This Lifetime Lawyer and charity collaboration has genuinely had a positive impact on the lives of older and vulnerable people
Brachers LLP and
Building a Dementia Friendly Maidstone
Shortlisted
Spall Clark Solicitors
and East Cheshire Hospice
Shortlisted
Renaissance Legal
and Mencap
Shortlisted
08
Older and Vulnerable Client Team, Outstanding Service
This team really understands the power of working together. As a team, they have created an environment where service excellence is at the heart of everything they do
Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors
Shortlisted
09
Outstanding Contribution in the Older and/or Vulnerable Community
This Lifetime Lawyer is dedicated to supporting older and vulnerable people not just through their paid work
The winner will be announced on the night...
10
Most valuable support staff (client facing)
This person is the unsung hero of the team. They are confident in their interaction with clients. They put them at the ease and make them feel supported, listened to and valued
Elizabeth Freeman
Circe Law Ltd
Shortlisted
Elle O'Connor
Renaissance Legal
Shortlisted
Ellie Brown
Morr & Co LLP
Shortlisted
Harriet Perkins
Napthens LLP
Shortlisted
11
Most valuable support staff (non client facing)
Unseen by clients, this person works behind the scenes to help enable the seamless functioning of the organisation
Louise Rickuss
Rothley Law
Shortlisted
Tracey Dobson
Heppenstalls Solicitors Limited
Shortlisted
12
Most Innovative Use of AI
This organisation has taken a bold approach to product and service innovation. They are early adopters of AI and have invested in this new technology
The winner will be announced on the night...
13
Legal supplier of the year
This organisation really understands the unique requirements of legal firms and is able to design products and services which are innovative, robust and uniquely tailored to their customers’ needs
Collaborative Conveyancing
Shortlisted