Lauren Smith named ‘Wills, Probate & Trusts Lawyer of the Year’ in the Women in Law Awards 2024

16th July 2024

Lauren Smith, Partner at Taylor Bracewell, has been named the ‘Wills, Probate & Trusts Lawyer of the Year’ in Lawyer’s Monthly, Women in Law Awards. This is the third year in a row that Lauren has won the award, having also won it in 2022 and 2023

We are happy to announce that Lauren Smith, Partner, has been named the ‘Wills, Probate & Trusts Lawyer of the Year’ in Lawyer’s Monthly, Women in Law Awards. This is the third year in a row that Lauren has won the award, having also won it in 2022 and 2023.

More about Lauren
Lauren Smith is a Partner here at Taylor Bracewell. Lauren acts for all individuals, however her speciality is working with elderly and vulnerable clients.

Lauren qualified as a Solicitor in 2006, meaning she has over 15 years of experience specialising inWills & Probate. With her growth of knowledge and contacts, she is well-known and respected within the Yorkshire region.

Lauren joined Taylor Bracewell in December 2014, becoming a Partner in April 2018.

Lauren is also a member of STEP (Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners) and is a fully qualified TEP (Trusts and Estates Practitioner). STEP is a worldwide professional body for practitioners in the field of trusts and estates.

If you wish to speak to Lauren regarding any Wills, Probate & Trusts issues, she can be reached by emailing her at Lauren@taylorbracewell.co.uk or by calling 01302 341414 Alternatively, you can contact the Wills team by filling out our online enquiry form.

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