Wills, Trusts and Probate Solicitors

The Wills, Trusts and Probate Team at Harold Stock & Co Solicitors will help you plan for the future, providing clear advice and helping you to safeguard your financial security now and in the future.

How can Harold Stock & Co help me?

Our Wills, Trusts and Probate team are experts in all areas of wills, trusts and estate planning. We understand that when it comes to the planning of your future, one size does not fit all and we will tailor our advice to your individual needs.

We can assist in the following areas:

Wills
Trusts
Probate and Estate Administration
Disputed estates
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Court of Protection
Nursing Home Fees
Inheritance Tax
Foreign Property
Domicile
Personal Injury Trusts

Solicitors for the Elderly

Claire Atkinson and Francesca Rigby are Full Accredited Members of Solicitors for the Elderly.

SFE is a national association of independent lawyers who specialise in older client law. As specialists, SFE members are also trained in older client care so that they are able to take into account any difficulties both mental and physical which can affect older and vulnerable clients and are aware of the health and social problems that people may face.

SFE members will provide independent advice, which is in the best interests of older or vulnerable clients, respecting their dignity and understand their need for a holistic approach to problem solving.

All advice given is confidential. They will endeavour to follow a plain English policy ie they will always communicate in easy, understandable language and will explain any necessary legal terminology. Their wealth of experience and training will help to put people at their ease when dealing with complex, life changing issues.

All SFE Full Accredited Members:

Are specialists in advising older and vulnerable clients on legal matters.
Are fully qualified solicitors, barristers and chartered legal executives who have all undertaken additional specialist training in older client law.
Have spent a substantial amount of their time working with older and vulnerable clients.
Have gained the Older Client Care in Practice Award which is accredited by SJF (Skills for Justice) a government body which shows that they have the required additional skills to be able to advise and support older and vulnerable people.
Follow a strict code of practice.
Are committed to providing affordable, good quality legal advice.
Are regulated by their professional bodies such as the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Keep their knowledge and skills up to date by undertaking regular training

Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners – STEP

Francesca Rigby is a full member of STEP. STEP is a global professional association for practitioners who specialise in Private Client matters. As a full STEP member, Francesca is recognised as an expert in the field of Wills & Probate with proven qualifications and experience.

Should you wish to discuss any of the issues above with an experienced Solicitor, please fill out our feedback form on the right or contact one of the team below.

Client Testimonials

Will Writing – Failsworth

Ivana came to the house because I am disabled. She was extremely efficient and courteous, as was her aide. A credit to your company.

Mrs J September 24, 2018

Will Writing – Failsworth

Thank you for a courteous and friendly service extended to us both.

Mr & Mrs H September 21, 2018

Lasting Power of Attorney – Mossley

Vic and I find it hard to get about, so we really appreciated the home visits from Claire and her team.

Victor and Maureen Williams September 19, 2018

Amendments to Will – Failsworth

Very personal and understanding approach. Very empathetic.

Mr G September 6, 2018

Lasting Power of Attorney – Failsworth

Ivana was very polite and patient ensuring I understood all forms.

Mrs B September 5, 2018

Will Writing – Chadderton

Our thanks to Kelly for explaining the various choices available relating to both our wills, helping us to select the right one.

Roy & Pamela Peel August 23, 2018

Will Writing – Failsworth

Excellent service by Ivana Bailey

Mr & Mrs Schofield August 23, 2018

Probate – Mossley

Claire (and the whole team) were so professional but also sympathetic and very supportive during the worst time of my life. She is amazing and I would recommend her to anyone.

Helen Lynch August 14, 2018

Lasting Power of Attorney – Mossley

We were very happy with our service. Thank you.

Brian Taft August 13, 2018

Will Writing – Stalybridge

I was very pleased with the efficient and pleasant manner Claire Atkinson advised me and dealt with my will.

August 10, 2018

Will Writing – Failsworth

Ivana Bailey was very helpful and friendly. She explained things clearly. Nothing was too much trouble, all reception staff were helpful and polite on the phone or entering the building. I was very satisfied with More

August 10, 2018

Lasting Powers of Attorney – Mossley

Professional, friendly and helpful

Stephen & Anne Swallow August 7, 2018

Will Writing – Failsworth

Very friendly people. We weren’t kept waiting.

August 1, 2018

Will Writing – Mossley

Kelly was very helpful and soon put me at ease.

August 1, 2018

Lasting Power of Attorney – Royton, Oldham

Wills, Trusts and Probate Solicitors

The Wills, Trusts and Probate Team at Harold Stock & Co Solicitors will help you plan for the future, providing clear advice and helping you to safeguard your financial security now and in the future.

How can Harold Stock & Co help me?

Our Wills, Trusts and Probate team are experts in all areas of wills, trusts and estate planning. We understand that when it comes to the planning of your future, one size does not fit all and we will tailor our advice to your individual needs.

We can assist in the following areas:

Wills

Trusts

Probate and Estate Administration

Disputed estates

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Court of Protection

Nursing Home Fees

Inheritance Tax

Foreign Property

Domicile

Personal Injury Trusts

Solicitors for the Elderly

Claire Atkinson and Francesca Rigby are Full Accredited Members of Solicitors for the Elderly.

SFE is a national association of independent lawyers who specialise in older client law. As specialists, SFE members are also trained in older client care so that they are able to take into account any difficulties both mental and physical which can affect older and vulnerable clients and are aware of the health and social problems that people may face.

SFE members will provide independent advice, which is in the best interests of older or vulnerable clients, respecting their dignity and understand their need for a holistic approach to problem solving.

All advice given is confidential. They will endeavour to follow a plain English policy ie they will always communicate in easy, understandable language and will explain any necessary legal terminology. Their wealth of experience and training will help to put people at their ease when dealing with complex, life changing issues.

All SFE Full Accredited Members:

Are specialists in advising older and vulnerable clients on legal matters.

Are fully qualified solicitors, barristers and chartered legal executives who have all undertaken additional specialist training in older client law.

Have spent a substantial amount of their time working with older and vulnerable clients.

Have gained the Older Client Care in Practice Award which is accredited by SJF (Skills for Justice) a government body which shows that they have the required additional skills to be able to advise and support older and vulnerable people.

Follow a strict code of practice.

Are committed to providing affordable, good quality legal advice.

Are regulated by their professional bodies such as the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Keep their knowledge and skills up to date by undertaking regular training

Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners - STEP

Francesca Rigby is a full member of STEP. STEP is a global professional association for practitioners who specialise in Private Client matters. As a full STEP member, Francesca is recognised as an expert in the field of Wills & Probate with proven qualifications and experience.

Should you wish to discuss any of the issues above with an experienced Solicitor, please fill out our feedback form on the right or contact one of the team below.

Client Testimonials

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Meet our Wills, Trusts and Probate Team

Claire Atkinson

Solicitor

Tel: 01457 835597

ca@haroldstock.com

Ivana Bailey

Solicitor

T: 0161 682 2400

ib@haroldstock.com

Darren McGuinness

Solicitor

T: 0161 456 5012

dmc@haroldstock.com

Francesca Rigby

Solicitor

T: 0161 456 5012

fr@haroldstock.com

Kelly Jackson

Probate Executive

T: 01457 835597

kj@haroldstock.com

Mr J LeBrun July 23, 2018

Mr and Mrs Evans – Wills & Probate – Mossley

Over the last couple of years we have used your services. Dealing with Claire Atkinson each time. These issues have been sensitive and emotional. Claire has been an absolute tower of strength and exceptional knowledge. More

Julie & Chris Evans July 18, 2018

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Our only concern was the length of time it took and the number of times the papers were requested to be signed by the Office of the Public Guardian. We know this was out of More

Mrs R Tonepohl July 16, 2018

Preparation of Wills

Claire Atkinson was very professional, yet friendly. Putting us totally at ease.

Teresa & Steven Ainsworth July 2, 2018

Will Writing – Mossley

Could not fault Kelly!!! Really, really helpful. Pleasant and obliging – Excellent!!

Mrs T June 14, 2018

Will Writing – Failsworth

Really appreciate fitting in 2 appointments in the same week.

Mr & Mrs C June 8, 2018

Will Writing – Bramhall

Kelly Jackson was very responsive to my emails proving clear and precise responses.

Darren & Elizabeth Shaw June 6, 2018

Lasting Power of Attorney – Mossley

We were satisfied with the way Harold Stock (Claire Atkinson and Kelly Jackson). We thank you.

Mr & Mrs Harrison June 4, 2018

Will Writing – Mossley

The situation regards my will was explained very clearly. The additional queries regards my partners will was also explained clearly.

Mr M May 22, 2018

Probate – Dobcross, Oldham

Claire and her team have been incredibly helpful re all business transacted. She is approachable and personable and was tuned in to my (and Catherine’s) circumstances. Nothing was too much trouble and she even arranged More

Barbara Hearne May 22, 2018

Will & Lasting Power of Attorney – Ashton under Lyne

Claire Atkinson was very professional and very friendly. I will be very confident to come back again should I need legal advice in the future.

Mr Lumley May 15, 2018

Claire Atkinson – A credit to your company

Over the last couple of years we have used your services. Dealing with Claire Atkinson each time. These issues have been sensitive and emotional. Claire has been an absolute tower of strength and exceptional knowledge. More

Mrs & Mrs Evans May 4, 2018

Will Writing – Stalybridge

I thought the service I received was friendly, helpful and professional. On receipt of a copy of the will, I needed to make an amendment. This proved to be a simple matter and was dealt More

Mr R April 26, 2018

Will Writing – Failsworth

Been using Harold Stock & Co since 1999 for any legal reasons. I find them helpful and trustworthy. Helpful with any paperwork or forms to fill in. Nice people.

Mrs K Pickering April 19, 2018