Sarah Palmer
Solicitor - Solicitor
SRA ID: 370988
Sarah is a Senior Solicitor in the Private Client Department. She has been with Bailey Smailes since 2002 and has over 35 years’ experience working at various firms around the globe. After studying Law at the University College London (UCL), Sarah trained as a Barrister at the Inns School Court of Law, London (now part of The City Law School). She then trained as a Solicitor and completed her Batchelor of Law Degree at the University of Sydney, Australia. Sarah qualified as a Solicitor in New South Wales in 1996, and as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2003, allowing her to practice in both jurisdictions. Sarah’s expertise has been further enhanced by working in a number of roles around the world, including locations such as Tokyo, Hong Kong, Australia and London. She can assist with all matters relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate, Tax Planning, and Court of Protection matters, in addition to Residential Freehold/Leasehold Sales and Purchases.
38 Huddersfield Road, HD9 2JW
Licensed for 21 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate, Housing & Property
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 96%
- Housing & Property 4%
37 Client Reviews
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About Sarah Palmer
Sarah is a Senior Solicitor in the Private Client Department. She has been with Bailey Smailes since 2002 and has over 35 years’ experience working at various firms around the globe. After studying Law at the University College London (UCL), Sarah trained as a Barrister at the Inns School Court of Law, London (now part of The City Law School). She then trained as a Solicitor and completed her Batchelor of Law Degree at the University of Sydney, Australia. Sarah qualified as a Solicitor in New South Wales in 1996, and as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2003, allowing her to practice in both jurisdictions. Sarah’s expertise has been further enhanced by working in a number of roles around the world, including locations such as Tokyo, Hong Kong, Australia and London. She can assist with all matters relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate, Tax Planning, and Court of Protection matters, in addition to Residential Freehold/Leasehold Sales and Purchases.
Languages Spoken: English
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LICENSE
Country
Status
Acquired
Updated
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
15/01/03
23/11/21
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Solicitor
Bailey Smailes
2003-present
Execution of Will ( Update )
From start to completion the whole exercise was carried out smoothly and in a timely manner.
The solicitor who carried out our wishes was both friendly and professional and advised us where necessary.
Lawyer named in this review: Sarah Palmer
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Amendment to Last Will and Testament
Very easy to make an appointment with the relevant solicitor.
Sarah Solicitor was professional and very helpful regarding my wishes. Discussed in length.
I have no hesitation in recommending Bailey Smailes Solicitors.
Approachable, Friendly, professional.
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Will
Friendly & Professional
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Excellent Legal Services
A very good, competent, knowledgeable and friendly legal service. Would definitely use again and recommend to others as as also very fairly priced. Many Thanks
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Excellent Service
Many thanks to Bailey Smailes Holmfirth. The whole process of writing our Wills was very straight forward, professional and efficient experience with Sarah Palmer.
We would highly recommend Bailey Smailes and especially Sarah to anyone looking to write their will.
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LPA's & Will
The team at Bailey Smailes made such a refreshing change from my usual Solicitors.
Friendly, Accessible approachable and very professional.
I cat thank Sarah enough for her knowledge and empathetic approach
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Wills & Deeds amendment
Found Sarah very approachable previously. After a few years it was like meeting a friend who you hadn't seen for a while. Friendly, efficient and a sense of humour, like all the staff I have met at Bailey Smailes.
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Power of Attorney
Sarah was very professional & friendly. She explained everything so it was easy to understand. I would definitely use Sarah again if the need arose
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Preparation and Execution of two Wills
Wholly satisfied with the legal process
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Friendly service
Super friendly service from start to finish. I was prioritised due to my current situation and had my will turned around in a very short time. Very knowledgeable sound advice also provided. I would recommend this solicitor to anyone and would use again if ever required.
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