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Ruth Meyer

Ruth Meyer

UK 2026

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About

Provided by Boyes Turner

Practice Areas

Ruth is the head of the highly regarded Court of Protection team at Boyes Turner and a professional deputy and trustee. Her outstanding service extends from giving expert witness evidence, to advising on and setting up Court of Protection deputyship or trusteeship, project managing and auditing essential capital expenditure, coordinating care and providing liaison, negotiation, advocacy and intermediary services with the courts, government agencies, financial advisors and other professional bodies.

In her capacity as Court of Protection deputy or trustee Ruth provides a professional yet ‘bespoke’ approach to the individual needs of each client. Ruth combines her highly professional and astute management of her clients’ best interests with an approachable, down-to-earth and compassionate manner with her clients, many of whom regard her as a trusted family advisor and friend.

Career

She has over 30 years' of experience as an English solicitor and is also a New York attorney.

Professional Memberships

Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) , Professional Deputies Forum (PDF), The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, Older Client Care in Practice (OCCP) Higher Award accredited.

Publications

Lexis Nexis Family law

Personal

In her spare time, you’ll find Ruth travelling, with her family as well as cooking SE Asian food reflecting her background.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Court of Protection: Property & Affairs - UK-wide

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Ruth Meyer offers advice on a range of complex matters, including those with cross-border elements. She acts on best interest cases for children and young people, with notable strength handling financial issues as well as statutory will applications.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Ruth went out of her way to ensure that she had provided a thorough service. She would always ensure she had gathered all the facts and information before offering advice, or acting upon a situation.

    Court of Protection: Property & AffairsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Ruth is able to see the minutiae of the issue, while keeping in mind the bigger picture, but never losing sight of the family at hand.

    Court of Protection: Property & AffairsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Ruth is a phenomenal deputy who puts the clients front and centre.

    Court of Protection: Property & AffairsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Ruth is a fantastic deputy who always gives clear direction and project parameters while employing a collaborative approach, ensuring the client's best interests remain at the fore.

    Court of Protection: Property & AffairsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Ranked Individuals at Boyes Turner (29)

Thames Valley

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