James is a highly experienced private client lawyer with over 20 years of expertise across regional, national, international, and high street law firms. He has served as a Managing Director and led Private Client teams for more than a decade, consistently delivering strategic and compassionate legal guidance.

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A full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and the Association of Lifetime Lawyers (formerly Solicitors for the Elderly), James is widely respected for his thought leadership. He regularly presents and publishes articles on key private client issues.

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James advises a diverse clientele, including business owners, families, individuals, and high-net-worth clients. His specialisms include:

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• Wills and estate planning

• Lasting Powers of Attorney

• Probate and intestacy administration

• Trust creation and management

• Court of Protection matters

• Inheritance tax planning

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He also has extensive experience acting as a professional Executor, Trustee, and Attorney, ensuring clients’ affairs are managed with integrity and precision.

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Known for his approachable, proactive, and pragmatic style, James delivers tailored advice that reflects each client’s unique circumstances and wishes.

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