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Planning for the future

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Planning for the future is more than just about ‘legal documents’, it’s all about protecting your loved ones, securing your assets, and finding peace of mind during life’s most important moments.

At Blythe Liggins Solicitors, we recognise that every individual’s circumstances are unique, and that these decisions can be deeply personal and often emotional. This is whether you are making a will for the first time, managing the estate of a loved one, or planning for potential future care needs. Our experienced Private Client team at Blythe Liggins is committed to providing you with compassionate and tailored service.

Our Private Client experts understand the challenges and promise to take the time to listen and fully understand your needs . Our goal is to empower you with clear, practical guidance across wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, tax planning to help you make informed decisions with confidence and reassurance.

When life presents itself with difficult choices or moments of loss, you can rely on us to support you every step of the way. We will provide you with expert legal advice delivered with empathy and care for individuals in Warwickshire and across the UK.

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Our Private Client Experts Can Help With

  • Wills
    Secure your legacy and ensure your wishes are followed by creating a legally sound will. We help you protect your assets and provide for your loved ones effectively, giving you control over your estate.

  • Wealth Planning
    Strategically manage and protect your assets for the benefit of current and future generations. We help you create a robust plan to preserve and grow your wealth, ensuring financial security for you and your family.

  • Trusts
    Establish trusts to protect assets, manage wealth, and provide for future generations. We advise on the creation and administration of various trusts, helping you achieve specific financial and inheritance goals and ensure the long-term security of your beneficiaries.

  • Probate
    Navigate the complexities of estate administration with our expert guidance. We help you manage the legal and financial process after a loved one’s passing, ensuring a smooth and efficient distribution of assets according to the will or intestacy rules.

  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
    Empower trusted individuals to make decisions on your behalf if you lose capacity. We help you establish LPAs for finances and health, ensuring your interests are protected and your future care is managed according to your wishes.

  • Deputyship Order
    Gain the legal authority to manage the affairs of a loved one who lacks mental capacity. We help you apply for a Deputyship Order from the Court of Protection, enabling you to make crucial decisions regarding their finances and welfare.

  • Court of Protection
    Navigate legal proceedings concerning individuals who lack mental capacity. We represent your interests in the Court of Protection, assisting with applications, disputes, and ongoing management to ensure vulnerable individuals are protected.

  • Elderly Client Advice
    Obtain assistance to contest statutory will applications, deputyship and power of attorney matters in the Court of Protection.

  • Care Home Fees
    Understand how care home fees are assessed and explore options for funding care. We help you plan to protect your assets and navigate the complex rules around local authority funding and NHS continuing healthcare.

Meet the Private Client Team

Donna Bothamley

Donna Bothamley

Partner

Donna joined Blythe Liggins in 2000 and qualified as a solicitor in 2002. She became a partner in 2008 and is head of the Private Client team. She also sits on the firm’s Executive Committee and is the chair of the firm’s Marketing Committee.  Donna has an in-depth level of experience in matters relating to […]

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Donna Bothamley

Partner

Donna joined Blythe Liggins in 2000 and qualified as a solicitor in 2002. She became a partner in 2008 and is head of the Private Client team. She also sits on the firm’s Executive Committee and is the chair of the firm’s Marketing Committee.  Donna has an in-depth level of experience in matters relating to […]

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Jessica McDonnell

Jessica McDonnell

Solicitor

Jessica qualified as a solicitor at Blythe Liggins in 2020 and has been with the firm since 2014. She read Law at the University of Gloucestershire in Cheltenham and successfully completed the Legal Practice Course at the University of Law in Birmingham.  During her time at the firm, Jessica has gained a high level of […]

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Jessica McDonnell

Solicitor

Jessica qualified as a solicitor at Blythe Liggins in 2020 and has been with the firm since 2014. She read Law at the University of Gloucestershire in Cheltenham and successfully completed the Legal Practice Course at the University of Law in Birmingham.  During her time at the firm, Jessica has gained a high level of […]

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Kayleigh Mullins

Kayleigh Mullins

Paralegal

Kayleigh joined the Private Client department in 2021 as an experienced paralegal. She started her legal career in 2013 as a legal assistant, having gained a wealth of experience at two regional firms.  Kayleigh regularly meets clients, and her compassionate and sympathetic nature helps her to connect with clients during the difficult family situations that […]

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Kayleigh Mullins

Paralegal

Kayleigh joined the Private Client department in 2021 as an experienced paralegal. She started her legal career in 2013 as a legal assistant, having gained a wealth of experience at two regional firms.  Kayleigh regularly meets clients, and her compassionate and sympathetic nature helps her to connect with clients during the difficult family situations that […]

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Paul England

Paul England

Legal Executive

Paul joined the Private Client team in 1990 and qualified as a chartered legal executive in 1992. Paul is also responsible for organising the firm’s participation in the Two Castles Run since the firm first sponsored the event in 2006. With over 35 years of experience, Paul is well adept in advising on complex and […]

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Paul England

Legal Executive

Paul joined the Private Client team in 1990 and qualified as a chartered legal executive in 1992. Paul is also responsible for organising the firm’s participation in the Two Castles Run since the firm first sponsored the event in 2006. With over 35 years of experience, Paul is well adept in advising on complex and […]

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“Jess McDonnell -  I am very happy with the service I’ve received from Blyth Liggins.  Jessica is very personable and I have always found her extremely professional and efficient when dealing with my legal affairs”

“Paul England - The service has been, as always, outstanding”

“Donna Bothamley - Always first class over many years”

“Kayleigh Mullins - she was knowledgeable and understanding of our needs and helped to make the process very smooth”

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Blythe Liggins is the trading name of Blythe Liggins LLP which is a Limited Liability Partnership – Registered in England & Wales No. 0C322355. Registered Office: Edmund House, Rugby Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 6EL England. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 627247. A reference to a partner of Blythe Liggins means a member or an employee, with partner status, of Blythe Liggins LLP. A list of partners is available for inspection at the Registered Office.

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