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Blandy & Blandy Solicitors
Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts Solicitors

Solicitors For You & Your Family

Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts Solicitors

With welcoming and conveniently located offices in Reading, Henley-on-Thames and Wokingham, we are recognised as one of the most established and experienced teams of Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts solicitors in the South East, meaning you can trust that you are in safe and expert hands. We can also advise you remotely, and you can expect the same legal advice and client care on which our leading reputation is based, however you decide to work with us.

Looking for expert legal advice?

Leading Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts Solicitors in Reading, Henley-on-Thames & Wokingham

Whether you are looking to make or update a Will, including seeking advice regarding lifetime tax planning or trusts, for help in relation to probate and estate administration following the death of a loved one, to prepare Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), or for advice on Court of Protection and capacity issues, we have the expertise and experience to advise you.

You will be searching for a specialist solicitor who can help to ensure that you and your family’s immediate and longer-term interests are protected. Listening carefully to your needs and aims, we are committed to providing you with clear and effective legal advice, an understanding and supportive service and, crucially, value for money, alongside the peace of mind that that comes with knowing that your affairs will be taken care of in line with your needs and wishes. 

We work with a broad range of clients, at every stage of their lives, whether you are newly married or going through a divorce, buying your first home or planning for retirement, welcoming children or grandchildren or someone had sadly passed away, or you are vulnerable or elderly, or supporting someone who is. 

We are also experienced in advising high-net-worth individuals with significant financial, business or property assets, including overseas elements, with the support of our international network

Trusted Expertise & Experience

Having marked our 290th anniversary in 2023, clients continue to trust in our expertise and significant experience. We are proud of the fact that many of our clients stay with us throughout their lifetimes and to have acted for a growing number of families across generations.

Our solicitors are members of and/or accredited by leading professional bodies, including the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP and Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE), whilst colleagues have also completed training to become Dementia Friends, in conjunction with the Alzheimer's Society.

Our Leading Reputation

We are one of only two firms in Reading and the only firm in Henley-on-Thames or Wokingham to be recognised as a top tier firm of private client solicitors in both of the UK’s leading guides to law firms, Chambers HNW and The Legal 500, and in 2019 we were named 'Best Probate Law Firm – London/South East' at the national Probate Research Awards. Our successful approach is further reflected in the excellent client feedback we continue to receive.

We enjoy excellent relationships with other leading professional services firms across the region and are experienced in working closely with other advisers who may be supporting you. This can help to ensure a smoother process and to minimise the likelihood and impact of any unforeseen issues or costly delays. You can also rely on colleagues within our firm for specialist expertise in other areas if required, including property and advice in relation to any business interests.

 

 

  • Why Choose Us?

  • LEADING REPUTATION

    We are widely acknowledged as one of the Thames Valley’s leading firms of solicitors advising on Wills and estate planning, tax & trusts, probate and estate administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) and Court of Protection matters, with conveniently located offices in Reading, Henley-on-Thames and Wokingham.

  • APPROACHABLE SERVICE

    Listening carefully to your needs and aims, we are committed to providing clear, practical and effective legal advice, a responsive and highly personal service and, crucially, value for money.

  • OUTSTANDING CLIENT CARE

    You can be reassured that in our recent annual survey, 98% of clients said that they would recommend our firm to others, while 99% rated their experience as either ‘good’ or ‘excellent’.

  • TOP RANKED FIRM

    We are one of only two firms in Reading and the only firm in Henley-on-Thames or Wokingham to be recognised as a top tier firm of private client solicitors in both of the UK’s leading guides to law firms, Chambers UK and The Legal 500, and in 2019 we were named 'Best Probate Law Firm - London/South East' at the UK Probate Research Awards.

  • A JOINED UP APPROACH

    You can rely on our specialist expertise in areas other than Wills, probate, tax & trusts, ranging family law to property, if needed.

Our Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts Solicitors

For expert legal advice call our Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts team
Reading 0118 951 6800 or Henley-on-Thames 01491 572 323 Wokingham 0118 951 6888

Graham Benwell

Graham Benwell

Consultant Solicitor, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Caroline Casagranda

Caroline Casagranda

Partner, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Jonathan Gater

Jonathan Gater

Joint Managing Partner, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts & Court of Protection

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Louise Nelson

Louise Nelson

Partner, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Elizabeth Short

Elizabeth Short

Partner, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Rachel Burnett

Rachel Burnett

Associate Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Kelly Chandler

Kelly Chandler

Associate Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Anne Call

Anne Call

Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Sophie Hamilton

Sophie Hamilton

Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Kirsti Harvey

Kirsti Harvey

Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Joshua Rowlands

Joshua Rowlands

Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith

Senior Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Sophie Stone

Sophie Stone

Solicitor, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Sara Dalmazzo-Auckland

Sara Dalmazzo-Auckland

Senior Chartered Legal Executive, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Charlotte Smith

Charlotte Smith

Chartered Legal Executive, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts

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Anna Butler

Anna Butler

Senior Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts & Court of Protection

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Katherine Dimmock

Katherine Dimmock

Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Rebecca Harley

Rebecca Harley

Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Megan Hanrahan

Megan Hanrahan

Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Aaron Khatter

Aaron Khatter

Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Tim Odell

Tim Odell

Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Laura Quinn

Laura Quinn

Senior Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Louise Ryan

Louise Ryan

Legal Assistant, Wills, Probate Tax & Trusts

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Emily Boorman

Emily Boorman

Trainee Solicitor

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“A well respected and longstanding firm of solicitors in Reading. A strong choice for clients requiring private client services.”

Chambers HNW Guide

“Blandy & Blandy provide an excellent service to their clients and have the ability to explain complex matters to make clients feel at ease.”

The Legal 500

“Clients have complete confidence in them. They give a very personalised and bespoke service.”

Chambers HNW Guide

“High net worth individuals, multimillion-pound trusts and estates, and the owners and directors of family and owner-managed businesses retain the practice.”

The Legal 500

“I have referred many of my clients to them and I have had nothing but glowing feedback.”

Professional Adviser

“We recently worked with Blandy & Blandy to draw up new Wills and Lasting powers of Attorney. In both cases, our solicitor was easy to talk to and clearly explained the options, including all of the questions we asked. The whole experience was very customer friendly from start to finish. I am very happy to recommend Blandy & Blandy.”

Client

“For the handling of my step-mother’s Will and the ensuing sale of her house, it was very clear that Blandy and Blandy had highly competent and experienced staff with detailed knowledge of the relevant law.”

Client

“A very professional, friendly and helpful service and an excellent experience. Highly recommended.”

Client

“Attention to detail, quality of service and value for money. Recommended. ”

Client

“The whole team are extremely knowledgeable and approachable, and have an ability to put clients at ease when discussing complex and difficult areas.”

Client

“A strong team with a great reputation for private client work.”

Client

“They were helpful and explained everything well, so that I could understand and make decisions. I was very pleased with the experience.”

Client

“Courteous, charming and considerate at all times. A friendly and welcoming firm.”

Client

“Helpful and sympathetic. I will definitely use the firm again.”

Client

“Practical and plain speaking.”

Client

“Very helpful, understanding and patient with us.”

Client

Awards & Accreditations

Top tier firm, Chambers HNW Guide

Top tier firm, Chambers HNW Guide

Top tier firm, The Legal 500

Top tier firm, The Legal 500

Winner - 'Best Probate Law Firm - London/South East', UK Probate Research Awards 2019

Winner - 'Best Probate Law Firm - London/South East', UK Probate Research Awards 2019

Our team features members of  the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners

Our team features members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners

Our team features members of Solicitors for the Elderly

Our team features members of Solicitors for the Elderly

Members of our team are Dementia Friends

Members of our team are Dementia Friends