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Paula Holroyd

Wills, Trust, Probate Law Barrister | 15+ years experience

Paula is an experienced barrister who specialises in civil and commercial litigation, with particular emphasis on wills, trusts and probate. She prides herself on her approachable and pragmatic approach to litigation an is routinely instructed to advise and represent clients on a direct access basis in relation to complex and high-value claims in the County Court and the High Court. Paula can be relied upon to prepare meticulously for hearings and provide robust representation in court.

 
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Paula's Biography

Areas covered
Contract/debt, Bankruptcy, Charging Orders, Banking Debt, Consumer Credit, Negligence, Financial Services Regulatory, Wills and Trusts (including Will drafting), Contractual Disputes, Property Law (including landlord and tenant), Costs
Background

Paula had a very successful career as Head of Securities within Santander UK heading up a team of 40 staff covering various projects and advising on legal issues in relation to the bank’s security. This role involved extensive legal research and document drafting on behalf of the bank and advising in relation to security issues and risks.

Paula is happy to attend Court for either Claimant or Defendant matters at all levels ranging from CMCs, Small Claims, Applications and all level of Fast Track, Multi-Track trials and Appeals.

  •  Contract/debt
  •  Bankruptcy
  •  Charging Orders
  •  Banking Debt
  •  Consumer Credit
  •  Negligence
  •  Financial Services Regulatory
  •  Wills and Trusts (including Will drafting)
  •  Contractual Disputes
  •  Property Law (incl. L&T)
  •  Costs

Paula has a keen eye for detail and is often complimented on her ability to make clients feel at ease with their legal situation and will seek to obtain the best settlement possible.  

She does her best to make herself available to discuss any problems and issues with her client on the phone and is happy to give telephone advice where appropriate.

Qualifications

  • Called to the bar in 2008

  • BSB Certified Barristers
  • Rated 4.5 Stars on Trustpilot (500+ Reviews)
  • Data Protection Assured
  • No-commitment Quote Provided
  • 20,000+ Cases Trusted With Us

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Knowledge Base

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