Solicitor at Taylor Bracewell Law Limited

Lauren Smith

Solicitor - Partner

SRA ID: 377958

Lauren joined Taylor Bracewell in December 2014, becoming a Partner in April 2018. Lauren is Joint Head of Wills, Probate and Trusts. Sheffield born and bred, Lauren qualified as a Solicitor in 2006 and has over 15 years Post Qualification Experience specialising in Wills and Probate. Working at several firms throughout South Yorkshire Lauren is well known in the region for her advanced expertise, meticulous attention to detail and empathic approach to clients needs and circumstances. Lauren is a member of STEP (Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners) and is a fully qualified TEP (Trusts and Estates Practitioner). STEP is the leading worldwide professional body for practitioners in the field of trusts and estates. This means that Lauren is an expert when it comes to advising clients on how best to manage their affairs, and has both specialist qualifications and experience in inheritance and succession planning. Lauren specialises in a variety of different matters, including drafting Wills, Inheritance Tax Planning and Asset Protection, as well as Probate and Administration of Estates, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters. In 2022 Lauren was awarded the Wills, Probate and Trusts Lawyer of the Year – UK in the Lawyer Monthly Women in Law Awards, a huge achievement.

52 Bank Street, S1 2DS

Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas

Money & Tax, Company & Commercial, Wills, Trusts & Probate

4.9/5 102 Client Reviews 102
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 96%
  • Family Law 4%
102 Client Reviews

4.9/5

Overall experience

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Reviews summary

  • Excellent
    93
  • Very Good
    9
  • Average
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  • Poor
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  • Awful
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March 31, 2025 20250331153913

Grant of Probate

5

Lauren made my Grant of Probate stress-free at a time of grieving and feeling very stressed. Lauren explained the procedure very cleary to both myself and my husband, also her team was very helpful dealing with any questions I had on the telephone, so impressed how quickly Grant of Probate was granted with their help. A big thank you.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

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March 13, 2025 20250313155951

Excellent service, very helpful

5

We instructed Taylor Bracewell via Will Aid Month to draw up our wills. They were very helpful and efficient! Thank you.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 14 March, 2025

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Excellent service, very helpful

4

We instructed Taylor Bracewell via Will Aid Month to draw up our wills. They were very helpful and efficient! Thank you.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 21 March, 2025

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Trust

4

I had to contact Taylor Bracewell after a bereavement regarding the trust. It was then I found out that all trusts now have to be registered with HMRC. We made an appointment and met with Lauren, she helped us set up the registration and gave us the information we needed regarding the trust in a way that we could all understand and process. Thank you Lauren and team.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 14 March, 2025

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February 19, 2025 20250219160336

Re-drafting wills

5

Excellent service as always at Taylor Bracewell. Thank you Lauren.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 21 February, 2025

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Ms Eagle
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February 19, 2025 20250219155450

5 stars

5

Lauren has been our solicitor for a long time. She made our original wills and when my partner died recently she sorted everything out and was extremely compassionate. All the supporting staff were equally attentive to my needs. I can highly recommend their services.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 21 February, 2025

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Mr Clegg
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January 30, 2025 20250130110050

Excellent service

5

Probate and Power of Attorney handled in a friendly and professional manner. Both items explained in easy to understand terms.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 31 January, 2025

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January 09, 2025 20250109103924

Having wills done

5

Very prompt and efficient service. Highly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 31 January, 2025

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Mrs Gale
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January 09, 2025 20250109103136

Grant of Probate

5

Applied for Grant of Probate through Taylor Bracewell as we have used their services previously. Lauren Smith, who dealt with our case, was very helpful and professional throughout. The matter was dealt with quite quickly with no complications. Very happy with the service, would definitely recommend to others.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 31 January, 2025

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Mrs Cliffe
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December 16, 2024 20241216105957

Preparation of new will and LPA

5

I was very impressed with the receptionists on arrival at Taylor Bracewell, they were very friendly and put everyone at their ease. I was seen promptly by my solicitor and was delighted by her knowledge and advice. I was kept informed at stages of the proceedings. Would highly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

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Chris

5

Lauren dealt with the creation of Wills for us promptly, professionally and efficiently. I'm very impressed with Taylor Bracewell.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

Lauren Smith from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 04 May, 2023

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Stewart

5

I was very satisfied with the process of recently updating my will. All my questions were answered satisfactorily, face to face meetings, correspondence and phone calls were all prompt, clear and professional. I would recommend them to any potential client.

Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smith

A representative from Taylor Bracewell Law Limited responded to this review on 30 June, 2022

Thanks Stewart, we are pleased to hear that you were happy with the service received.

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About Lauren Smith

Lauren joined Taylor Bracewell in December 2014, becoming a Partner in April 2018. Lauren is Joint Head of Wills, Probate and Trusts. Sheffield born and bred, Lauren qualified as a Solicitor in 2006 and has over 15 years Post Qualification Experience specialising in Wills and Probate. Working at several firms throughout South Yorkshire Lauren is well known in the region for her advanced expertise, meticulous attention to detail and empathic approach to clients needs and circumstances. Lauren is a member of STEP (Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners) and is a fully qualified TEP (Trusts and Estates Practitioner). STEP is the leading worldwide professional body for practitioners in the field of trusts and estates. This means that Lauren is an expert when it comes to advising clients on how best to manage their affairs, and has both specialist qualifications and experience in inheritance and succession planning. Lauren specialises in a variety of different matters, including drafting Wills, Inheritance Tax Planning and Asset Protection, as well as Probate and Administration of Estates, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters. In 2022 Lauren was awarded the Wills, Probate and Trusts Lawyer of the Year – UK in the Lawyer Monthly Women in Law Awards, a huge achievement.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Lauren Smith

Address

Taylor Bracewell Law Limited

52 Bank Street

S1 2DS



Phone 01302 341 414

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LICENSE

Country

Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

01/08/06

03/04/24

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

AWARDS

Name

Grantor

Date granted

Women in Law Award - Wills, Probate and Trust Lawyer of the Year UK 2022

Women in Law Awards

2022

Asset Protection Lawyer of the Year 2022

lawyer Monthly Legal Awards 2022

2022

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Assistant

Taylor Bracewell

01.12.2014-01-10-2019

SRA-approved manager - Director

Taylor Bracewell Law Limited

?-12-07-2022

Solicitor

Taylor Bracewell Law Limited

12-07-2022-present

Partner

Taylor Bracewell Law Limited

01/04/2018-present