Samantha Downs Solicitor is an East Midlands-based specialist legal practice focusing exclusively on Private Client law, providing expert advice on probate, wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. As a TEP-qualified solicitor and fully accredited member of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, she stands out for her deep expertise, personalized service, and commitment to offering flexible virtual and out-of-hours appointments to accommodate client needs.
With over 15 years of experience, Samantha adopts a client-centered approach, prioritizing clear communication and thorough understanding of individual circumstances to deliver tailored solutions. She serves a diverse clientele including individuals, families, business owners, and media organizations, offering both regulated legal services and specialized consultancy. Her practice is distinguished by a refusal to participate in free will schemes, ensuring that all clients receive dedicated, expert attention without age restrictions or hidden complexities.
Services Offered
- Probate and estate administration
- Will drafting and advice
- Trust creation and management
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Inheritance Tax planning and advice
- Business property relief and succession planning
- Guardianship appointments for children
- Estate planning for blended families
- Advice on intestacy and inheritance disputes
- Consultancy and training for corporate and media clients
- Seminars on Private Client law topics
- Support for insolvent estates
- Advice on charitable gifts and legacies
- Business Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Asset protection strategies
Based in Leicestershire, Samantha Downs serves clients across the UK remotely and is fluent in English. She is a regular contributor on BBC Radio Leicester, discussing topical issues in Private Client law, and holds qualifications as a Trusts and Estates Practitioner (TEP) and an accredited member of Solicitors for the Elderly, underscoring her recognized expertise in the field.
