PROBATE DEPARTMENT

Katharine Jones

Katharine Jones Katharine attended Hull University and qualified as a Solicitor in 1987. She gained broad experience in many areas of legal practice working in High Street firms and joined Spicketts Battrick Law Practice in 2013.

Katharine now specialises in Wills, Probate and Estate Administration, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection and Property matters. Her practical and methodical approach to matters ensures that clients get sound advice on all options open to them to ensure that tax savings and costs savings are maximized.

 

 

Sarah Dyer

Sarah DyerSarah studied law at Swansea University and qualified as a Chartered Legal Executive in January 2013. She has also completed the Society for Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) Diploma. Sarah worked for a prominent Welsh law firm in central Cardiff for nine years before joining Spicketts Battrick Law Practice in October 2016.

Sarah has experience of advising a broad range of clients on all aspects of private client work including will planning, powers of attorney, Court of Protection applications and the administration of estates and trusts.

 

 

Sophie Titley

Sophie TitleySophie attended The University of the West of England and qualified as a Solicitor in 2018.

She gained experience in a range of areas of legal practice whilst on her training contract and joined Spicketts Battrick Law Practice once she qualified as a Solicitor.

Sophie now specialises in providing advice on all aspects of private client work including Will planning, Administration of Estates, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection Applications.

 

 

OUR TEAM
  • "I just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your help buying my first home - I've just moved in and I love it. You made the whole process as easy as possible - thank you!"
    H.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Issues were dealt with very effectively and they understood my anxieties around the process very well."
    J.C. (Conveyancing)
  • "I would give a rating of 10/10! All the staff were lovely, polite and helpful. The two staff that were assisting me were Carys Davies and Lucy Bane. They were both superb in dealing with everything. It's thanks to all of them I've got my dream home now! "
    J.P (Conveyancing)
  • "I have been dealing with Spicketts and Battrick Solicitors for the last nine months. From start to finish their hard work, dedication and support was appreciated in guiding me through the process of buying a flat as a first time buyer, from initial instruction right through to completion and beyond. Special mentions should be given to Sarah Evans and Sharon Roberts concerning this matter. I am very grateful for all their help and advice and hard work and would definitely recommend them to anyone wishing to venture up the property ladder. "
    L.P. (Conveyancing)
  • "Professional and exceedingly helpful. Made it a pleasant experience."
    J.J (Conveyancing)
  • "I would just like to say thank you to Yvonne, Marie and the counter staff at the Pontypridd office who have been the friendliest and most helpful solicitor staff I have met and I deal with an awful lot of solicitors. I intend to use them again and hope that they continue in this vein. Thank you "
    M.P. (Conveyancing)
  • "Vicki provided outstanding service in our house purchase - always getting back to us on time, providing clear and quality advise, driving the case forward from start to finish - we could not be happier with the service and her professional and friendly manner. We would definitely recommend to family and friends. "
    J.S. (Conveyancing)
  • "It was a tight schedule we had to work to and thankfully Spicketts Battrick team got the job done! "
    U.K (Conveyancing)
  • "Very speedy service! I was always infromed from strat to fininsh."
    A.W (Conveyancing)
  • "I had such a smooth transaction and such a quick service and I am now in my forever home. I can not praise Kathryn enough."
    B.J (Conveyancing)
  • "Excellent communication and very approachable."
    A.J (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you to Catrin for all her help with forms etc. and her kindness and understanding."
    Mrs J (Probate)
  • "I would like to express my gratitude to you for the way in which you so professionally dealt with my conveyancing."
    K.L (Conveyancing)
  • "Lisa Lake was very efficient in responding to my calls and emails and kept us informed of the progress of the sale of our property at all times. Excellent service."
    R.J & G.C (Conveyancing)
  • "Sarah Farrell and her team have been absolutely brilliant. We had some unexpected bumps along the way but Sarah was fantastic throughout. I would recommend her without hesitation."
    P.T. (Conveyancing)
  • "We were delighted with your services, efficiency and politeness. Thank you very much!"
    D.K (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you Elsa and Sharon for a fantastic service. Calls always returned promptly and all my questions were answered the same day. I attended the office on a few occasions and staff were always welcoming and helpful. I would be more than happy to recommend SB to family and friends based on this experience. "
    L.T. (Conveyancing)
  • "Many thanks for helping me in getting my daughter back, I cannot tell you how grateful I am."
    S.B (Matrimonial)
  • "Thank you for all your help with the sale of our property."
    C, G & J (Conveyancing)
  • "Kathryn has been a massive support to work worth, a lady that clearly has her clients at heart and wants to work together to get things achieved. For me Kathryn is a member of Spicketts Battrick that truly stands out. "
    C.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you very much for your assistance in the purchase of our first home. We have valued your guidance, support & professionalism. We would recommend you without hesitation."
    Mr and Mrs N (Conveyancing)
  • "I would just like to thank you and your team for the excellent service you provided for us. Its been a pleasure to get to know you even on the phone. If in the future I need any advice I won’t hesitate to call and use your services once again."
    R.N (Conveyancing)
  • "Smooth transaction, professionaly handled making it easy for me."
    D.V (conveyancing)
  • "Thank you so much for all you have done for me since last November. I am looking forward to starting my new life, your support has been amazing!"
    S.L (Matrimonial)
  • "Thank you for helping us in the completion of selling our house. We are grateful that it was a quick sale and appreciate all your hard work. Wish you all the best and thanks again!"
    Miss K (Conveyancing)
  • "We cdould not be happier with the services we received from Charlotte and Ben. The whole transaction of our sale and purchase was very swift and was not as stressful as anticipated."
    S.J (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for all your help along the way, as we are first time buyers we have appreciated your guidance and support for all our questions. We are glad to be at the end now and you and your team have been very helpful getting us here!"
    J & N (Conveyancing)
  • "Tracey, thank you for your superb counsel and guidance over the last year. I am indebted to you and shall always be grateful to you for the end result with my son."
    Ms S (Matrimonial)
  • "Thank you for all your help and hard work completing my purchase."
    M.B (Conveyancing)
  • "I would fully recommend Lisa Lake for her excellent law service and helpful customer service."
    K.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Thanks for a smooth and hassle free process!"
    R.S (Conveyancing)
  • "Rachel, thank you so much for all you've done for us. You've gone over and above the call of duty. We are so grateful."
    E & C (Conveyancing)
  • "Professional, friendly and very prompt and efficient "
    S.W. (Personal Injury)
  • "I have found all staff at Spicketts Battrick with whom I have dealt with to be unfailingly helpful and positive. It has been gratifying to find such cheerful and reliable staff, as well as great professionalism."
    K.W (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for your excellent help and attention to detail while selling and purchasing my properties. It was very much appreciated. I would have no hesitation in recommending your services to anyone."
    G.G (Conveyancing)
  • "A huge thank you to all who have been involved in securing a smooth exchange and completion. Your hard work and professionalism is greatly recognised and appreciated. We will happily recommend you to any friends or family requiring similar service in the future. "
    S.L (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for everything you did to make our move go smoothly, particulary being avalible when we needed support."
    S.JD (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you very much for a great, stress free, service!"
    PJS (Conveyancing)
  • "I was very impressed with John Allison and Spicketts Battrick, my leasehold extension was completed in a timely and efficient manner for a reasonable price. I will recommend to others. "
    M.G. (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for all your assistance. I have dealt with many conveyancing teams over the years, but you offered the best, most calm and consistent service. "
    S.D (Conveyancing)
  • "Benjamin was very professional and competent. He answered all questions in emails and telephone calls promptly, I had every confidence in him to deliver my conveyancing correctly and within a timely manner. I’m very pleased with the service I received."
    S.L. (Conveyancing)
  • "Very efficient and kept me informaed at all steps without causing any unnecessary anxiety."
    P.C (Conveyancing)
  • "Vicki and all at Spicketts Battrick have been wonderful. Very helpful and professional throughout. Thank You!"
    A.H (Conveyancing)
  • "We would rate our solicitor, June Bowler, as a definite 10. She dealt with our house sale and purchase in a very professional manner, kept us informed at every stage and preserved our sanity throughout the entire process."
    M.F (Conveyancing)
  • "Quick and efficient service meaning we moved house in less than 2 months."
    D.J.C.P (Conveyancing)
  • "John, many thanks for all of your help with our purchase. You have made it an easy process and the communication and support exemplar, it is very much appreciated. A big thank you from us both."
    C.H (Conveyancing)
  • "All round great experience, thank you."
    G.T (Conveyancing)
  • "Many thanks for mediating the transaction from start to finish. It has been a long wait and at times painful but we got there in the end. Please extend my thanks to John for his huge contribution. "
    F.N (Conveyancing)
  • "We just wanted to say a massive thank you for all your support on our house purchase. Our family cannot thank you enough and we are so glad you were in our corner throughout this process. "
    R.D.T (Conveyancing)
  • "The service in general was excellent. The communication throughout the process was flawless and I would recommend Benjamin without second thought. "
    P.F. (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for all your help with the sale and purchase of our houses, please also extend our thanks to Sarah and Matthew. Words cannot really express how grateful we are for you and the team, always being on hand to take queries and being professional throughout. "
    A.N (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you very much for your efficiency, conscientiousness and support throughout this process!"
    J.L (Conveyancing)
  • "Lisa Lake was a pleasure to work with. She was always professional, prompt and efficient. Would not hesitate to work with her again."
    E.J.W (Conveyancing)
  • "I couldnt fault my property lawyer, she was absolutely excellent. Great value for money and has already been recomended to family. She kept me informed at al times and I trusted her. Well done Sam!"
    M.L (Conveyancing)
  • "We were offered a vey helpful, friendly and professional service throughout our sale. Many Thanks."
    M & M.O (Conveyancing)
  • "Stephanie Tovery was excelllent from start to fininsh, every time I contacted her, she answered the phone, she was extreemly helpful and competent. I will use her without any hesitation when i sell again. Faultless."
    L.S.B (Conveyancing)
  • "The timeliness and quality of the communication between us and our conveyancer, Suzanne, was very impressive. Suzanne was approachable, friendly and professional at all times and the manner in which she supported us in so many ways helped to make the process of buying and selling a house much less stressful. She is a credit to the company and we fully recommended her services without reservation. Thank you so much. "
    C.J. (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for all your help and co-operation in completing all the required documentation. Again, thank you and I do really appreicate all what you have done to make it happen. "
    A.B (Conveyancing)
  • "We were very impressed with June and her colleagues in the way they dealt with our business, nothing was too much trouble."
    J.R (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you so much for all your help through this difficult time. You were both professional and understanding. I couldn't have fulfilled my role as executor without your help and support. "
    Miss A (Probate)
  • "Thank you for dealing with the lease extension on the above property. It really has been very stress-free from our point of view so we would definitely use your practice again."
    D.D (Conveyancing)
  • "Many thanks also for the absolutely fantastic service that you have provided throughout the process. We have been deeply impressed."
    L&M (Conveyancing)
  • "Many thanks to Sharon Fitzpatrick and the Conveyancing team for their very timely sale and purchase undertaken for us very recently. Their service has always been excellent. "
    M&M.B (Conveyancing)
  • "The service was excellent, quick and efficient. The best conveyancing service I have ever used!"
    S.J (Conveyancing)
  • "When I met you back in March I was lost and a little broken. I left court yesterday with a feeling of illation and was genuinely overwhelmed and blown away by your kindness, professionalism, personal touch and support."
    T.M (Matrimonial)
  • "I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to you for all your expert advice and support throughout the divorce and financial settlement processing. I would have been completely lost and a nervous wreck right now if it were not for your valuable legal expertise and advice."
    Ms S (Matrimonial)
  • "Very please with the whole process from start to finish."
    R.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Sam was very very helpful and not have done more to make things as smooth as possible."
    P.H (Conveyancing)
  • "Phillippa, many thanks for all your help and expertise and for making our purchase as smooth as possible. I will definitely use your services and recommend again."
    Ms J (Conveyancing)
  • "Very efficient operation, staff had good attitude and showed kindness and understanding in difficult personal circumstances."
    M.M (Conveyancing)
  • "It was all efficient, if I emailed Katie she would ring back asap - Special thanks to her for being patient with me and keeping me informed."
    M.K (Conveyancing)
  • "I have previously been using a different company who I have had many issues with and I came across hoping for a difference. I can safely say that your team exceeds my expectations on all counts, their communication and the speed in which they do things is very good in my opinion."
    A.F (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you so much for making the sale of my mum's flat so painless and stress free. My phone calls and e-mails were always responded to promptly and clearly."
    M.H (Conveyancing)
  • "Always someone avalible to discuss issues with."
    H.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Thanks for your help and ever so quick responses throughout the process. I am impressed with your service."
    A.N (Conveyancing)
  • "Excellent rapid service throughout "
    O.P. (Conveyancing)
  • "Sinyee & Samantha were always helpful when contacting them."
    S & F (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you all so much for your persistence and sheer hard work towards our house move. Albeit a challenging process, your encouragement, professionalism and commitment to us as clients made the experience all the easier. "
    J & J (Conveyancing)
  • "Sinyee was very helpful, patient and professional. She was always avalible to explain any points i did not understand. I have already recommended her to a friend who has a property on the market."
    G.N (Coneyancing)
  • "I would like to thank Matthew Francis for his effieiency and the wayt he kept me informed at every stage of the sale. I have been in the situation of selling properties on previous occasions and this was the best!"
    N.H (Conveyancing)
  • "Tracey, thank you for all your hard word and advice throughout the past few months. The situation is now restored and I am now free to move on with my life."
    J.J (Matrimonial)
  • "Thank you very much for making our first home purchase a very easy and smooth process."
    T.G (Conveyancing)
  • "Charlottes diligence save us probably many thousand of pounds had we gone ahead with the first property. Many thanks Charlotte."
    P.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Many thanks for all of your help, we have and would recommend you."
    M.D (Conveyancing)
  • "Extremely efficient and speedy service. No complaints at all. Will be recommending you to family and friends."
    G.D. (Conveyancing)
  • "As a 1st time house buyer I thought the process would be daunting but Samantha has been excellent from start to finish. Cant reccomend her highly enough, brilliant!"
    S.H (conveyancing)
  • "Kept us informed at every stage. Brilliant service."
    T.P (Conveyancing)
  • "Many thanks for your help with the sale. The service you provided was excellent and the process was smooth."
    R.A (Conveyancing)
  • "Property was sold in the shortest time and despite probate not being in place the legal team dealt with the matter in a professional manner and achieved a exceptional swift outcome ensuring our buyer was not lost. The process was painless thanks to the efforts of Vicky Jones and the SB Probate team. 1st Class Service! "
    K.C (Conveyancing)
  • "A very good sevice. You managed our requirements very competently. Thank you."
    P.H.S (Conveyancing)
  • "We would like to thank you for all your help and support, we still cant believe were on the property ladder. You have been so easy to communicate with Marie. Thank you."
    S & N (Conveyancing)
  • "Very satisfied with the service in difficult circumstances. Many thanks to all concerend."
    J.O (Conveynacing)
  • "A great job. Thank you "
    A.N (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you so much for all your help selling my flat. You kept me calm and helped so much!"
    Mrs M (Conveyancing)
  • "Very friendly and helpful team, email replies were very prompt. Very grateful for Lisa's work and Katie's. Will definitely use them again."
    B & W (Conveyancing)
  • "Excellent friendly,professional and compassionate service. Many many thanks to Marie and Suzanne for always being at the end of the telephone and always prepared to take my calls and answer any questions I had- of which there were many! They were supportive, kind and genuinely interested in helping me. "
    D.M (Conveyancing)
  • "Exceptionsl services, Ben was very efficient!"
    C.U (Conveyancing)
  • "The solicitors were efficient and helpful and I would recommend them"
    D.O (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you Vicky, Matthew and Sarah for your calmness during my conveyancing. I always felt that you were listening to my queries and dealt with them in a professional and courteous manner. Thank you "
    S.L (Conveyancing)
  • "Rhunedd & Sharon, thank you so much for all your hard work on my sale & purchase. I wouldn't hesitate to use you again in future and also to recommend you to friends and family."
    S.N (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for your efficient service with the conveyancing on the property I was selling, you kept me informed of progress on a regular basis and weren't shy in picking up the phone to me if you had any queries, this ensured the process was completed in a calm and timely manor. I would have no hesitation in recommending Spicketts Battrick in the future."
    K.K (Conveyancing)
  • "We were very impressed by the entire service given by Kelsey, Kate ad Lisa. They were all very professional and helpful."
    U.K (Conveyancing)
  • "John is always prompt to respond, exact in what needs to be done and also very professional in his approach. One of the best panel lawyers that I’ve used in a very long time. "
    P.T (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for making a stressful time much more stress free. Our new home is beautiful."
    T & B (Conveyancing)
  • "Thanks for all the work you have done for us with the house purchase, we have been very impressed with your service, especially the speed of which it all went through. Many thanks."
    A.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Absolutely first class professional and timely services again from Joanne and Catherine. Thank you both very much."
    P.H (Conveyancing)
  • "Samantha Manuel was pleasant and very efficient, i would not hesitate to recommend her to others."
    R.J (Conveyancing)
  • "Excellent responses from both Rebecca and Jason both in timeliness, efficiency and manner."
    J.C. (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you so much for all your help, advice and support for both my parents during the court case. You don't know how happy you've made a little boy. We couldn't have done it without your help."
    D.R (Matrimonial)
  • "Lisa Lake was absolutely superb. Unbelievably good service and care. Thank you!!"
    B (Conveyancing)
  • "The staff at the Pontypridd branch have been so helpful with all our needs, so friendly and polite, nothing was too much trouble for them."
    M & M .D (Conveynacing)
  • "Lisa was very professional and very understanding throughout our property sale."
    A.A (conveyancing)
  • "Brilliant lawyer, would recommend, always there when needed something and very supportive and friendly"
    L.M (Conveyancing)
  • "Did a wonderful job in helping me complete my house purchase, especially when I must of been a frustrating customer."
    M.H. (Conveyancing)
  • "Lisa was excellent throughout the whole process, always returning calls and answering emails very promptly. Very professional and also friendly and put us at ease."
    S.Y (Conveyancing)
  • "The service I received from Marie, Yvonne and Suzanne was second to none. Excellent, clear and very professional from start to finish. Selling and buying property tends to be quite stessful but they were so helpful and clear I felt secure that my transaction was in safe hands."
    G.C (Conveyancing)
  • "My wife and I were very satisfied with the level of service and assistance we received from your firm. We appreciated your support and prompt attention throughout the transaction. "
    R.P (Conveyancing)
  • "I would rate the service we had off Lucy Bane at Spricketts and Battrick as 10/10 Lucy would answer calls and get back to you on the same day as well as helping us complete in a timely manor. "
    D.E.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Rachel, thank you so much for everything, you have been a star!"
    M.H (Conveyancing)
  • "Professional and helpful team, especially Ben Eaton and Charlotte Evans. Many thanks for your patience."
    R.J (Conveyancing)
  • "Very helpful and friendly service."
    K.P (Conveyancing)
  • "Thank you for all your help with buying our flat and the speed you completed this for us."
    K.B (Conveyancing)
  • "Very helpful and always available to answer questions, very reassuring."
    C.M (Conveyancing)
  • "On behalf of my family I would like to thank you for your hard work and dedication to my late sister's affairs. Your sympathy and understanding at this difficult time made things a lot easier to bear. Thank you so much. "
    Mrs C (Probate)
  • "Matthew gave a first class serivce throughout the transaction."
    P.J & D.J (Conveyancing)
  • "Very happy with services, will definitely recommend you around. Vicki was very quick answering my emails. Matthew was also very helpful in the final stages of my house sale."
    A.N (Conveyancing)
  • "Its good to have a fixed prices service - makes budgeting easier. Kathryn was always most helpful and polite."
    W.E (Conveyancing)
  • "Benjamin provided an exemplary services and I would not hesitate to use him again."
    J.H (conveyancing)
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