Karen Shakespeare

Solicitor Private Client Services

Direct: 01908 692769 kshakespeare@geoffreyleaver.com

Karen qualified as a solicitor in 1999 and specialises in Wills, Trust, Powers of Attorney, Probate and Intestacy. She has been described as professional, knowledgeable and reliable, with an easy approachable manner.

Karen is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) since 2005 and was Highly Commended at the STEP Excellence Awards 2006.

Other achievements include:

STEP Advanced Certificate in Trust Disputes
STEP Certificate in Financial Services: Trusts and Estates.
Open University Certificate in Understanding Mental Capacity
Finalist Solicitor of the Year at Northamptonshire Law Society Awards
Finalist Community Solicitor of the Year at Northamptonshire Law Society Awards

Interests
Outside of work Karen enjoys spending time with nature and volunteering with her local Wildlife Trust.

"I was very satisfied with every aspect of my business. I have recommended your services to my sister who is equally pleased."

Anon

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