Louise goes a STEP further with Russell and Russell

14/06/2016

A solicitor from Russell and Russell has been awarded a prestigious industry accreditation for best practice and professional integrity.

Louise Rance, a partner in the firm’s wills and probate department, has gained her Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation through STEP.

STEP, Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, is the worldwide professional association for those advising families across generations. Louise is able to advise on a range of complex issues relating to will drafting and probate, helping families plan their futures with confidence in the skill and advice being provided.

Her achievement comes ahead of Russell and Russell launching a weekly legal clinic at its Farnworth office. From July, members of the public can drop in on a Wednesday between 1 – 4pm to discuss any probate or family law questions they may have.

“Gaining accreditation to STEP isn’t easy”, said Judith Bromley, head of wills and probate at Russell and Russell. “There’s a lot of work involved which requires considerable effort, both in and out of working hours, so the fact that Louise has chosen to study for this is testament to the dedication she has to her role as a probate solicitor. Her new qualification means that she is well equipped to deal with much more complicated areas of probate law and it will complement her remit of overseeing the firm’s probate department in our Farnworth and Middleton offices.”