Goughs Solicitors has welcome David Patterson, Andrew Langbridge, Elliott Chambers and newly qualified solicitor Casey Gilroy bringing the team to an 18-strong Private Client offering.
David has joined as Partner and Head of Contentious Probate, bringing considerable expertise as to Will disputes including challenges to Wills on grounds of lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence and fraudulent calumny. He advises Executors, Beneficiaries and Trustees in such disputes, while also advising on claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, and proprietary claims including ToLATA, and estoppel disputes.
Andrew, Elliot and Casey strengthen the Private Client offering advising clients on matters relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Future Planning, Probate, Estate Administration and Tax.
On the appointments, Partner and Head of the Private Client team, Emma Taylor, commented, “This is such an exciting time for everyone at Goughs. This year we have been awarded a Times Best Places to Work accolade and are attracting top-level legal talent to all of our teams.
David’s reputation within contentious Private Client law is exceptional and to have him join as a key member of the team is wonderful. I’m personally looking forward to working with Andrew and Elliot who are bolstering the firm’s Private Client offering in our Calne and Trowbridge offices. It has been great to be part of Casey’s journey to date and I’m thrilled she chose Private Client for her career. We are delighted to have them on board.”
On joining as Partner and the firm’s new Head of Contentious Probate, David commented, “I was drawn to Goughs due to their dedication to embedding their values. This comes though in the warm welcome everyone receives on joining the firm. I am excited to have the opportunity to work with the firm on their plans for further growth over the coming years.”
Andrew, who is also a fully qualified member of STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners), added, “The reputation Goughs has built over the years is unrivaled in Wiltshire and beyond, so to be joining is a career high for me. As a lawyer, I enjoy meeting clients, listening to them and building long lasting relationships with families
On rejoining Goughs after taking a break to run a family business, Elliot commented, “Knowing that Goughs truly values trusted relationships with clients gives me full confidence that I will spend my career surrounded with like-minded individuals who offer exceptional client care.”
On qualifying with Goughs, Casey said, “My work in the Private Client Department is varied and engaging and I love that no two days are the same. I am proud to be part of such a friendly and supportive team that goes above and beyond for their clients, which is the type of lawyer I aspire to be.”
Goughs was established in 1882 and now with seven offices across Wiltshire, including in Calne, Chippenham, Corsham, Devizes, Melksham and Trowbridge.