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Irwin Mitchell

Private Wealth Disputes

High Net Worth Guide 2025 : North West

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Irwin Mitchell

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Private Wealth Disputes - North West

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Irwin Mitchell is a growing presence in the North West private wealth planning and disputes sector. The team deals with a wide range of matters, including succession planning, wills and trusts disputes, and Court of Protection matters.

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Strengths

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  • Irwin Mitchell are large players in the North West market and are aware of how the market works, such as funding arrangements and how to effectively progress claims.

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  • Every aspect of my case has been dealt with extremely well. Irwin Mitchell has clearly shown a very high level of understanding and respect for me as a client.

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  • The firm have a large, capable team with lawyers at all levels.

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  • I have not yet had a matter that Irwin Mitchell have not been able to address comprehensively. The team has good knowledge of procedure and gives practical advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Stephanie Kerr
    Stephanie Kerr

    Stephanie Kerr

    Stephanie Kerr is a partner at Irwin Mitchell and advises a range of private clients on disputes encompassing wills, trusts and estates.

    • Stephanie is knowledgeable, professional, respectful and very empathetic.

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    • Stephanie is a pleasure to deal with, and her experience and knowledge of the market allows her to run a successful team from Manchester.

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    • Stephanie has been a great hire for Irwin Mitchell, adding knowledge and expertise to the team.

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  • Christine Thornley
    Christine Thornley

    Christine Thornley

    Christine Thornley heads Irwin Mitchell's tax, trusts and estates team in Manchester. She regularly advises clients on planning matters, including ones with a cross-border element.

    • Christine Thornley is a true professional whose kind and empathetic nature makes clients feel empowered and confident.

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  • Lucy-Allena McIlroy
    Lucy-Allena McIlroy

    Lucy-Allena McIlroy

    Lucy-Allena Mcllroy is a solicitor in Irwin Mitchell's will, trust and estate dispute team, specialising in will validity and contentious probate matters.

    • Lucy is excellent with clients and very thorough.

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    • Lucy is considerate with clients and puts them at ease, but equally she can be strong when needed and give them a push, while maintaining confidence.

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    • Lucy is very approachable and a standout individual in the team.

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Ranked Individuals at Irwin Mitchell (3)

Manchester and surrounds

North West

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