Senior Associate, Solicitor at Wolferstans
Deborah Esctott-Watson
Senior Associate, Solicitor
Deborah is dual qualified South African Attorney and Solicitor, having qualified in England and Wales in 2003. Deborah joined Wolferstans in January 2023 in the Wills and Trusts department, having previously been at a firm with offices across Somerset and Dorset. Deborah assists clients with the drafting and execution of wills, including property trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and probate work. Deborah is experienced in dealing with complex Estates liable to Inheritance Tax and works to ensure maximum tax efficiency. Deborah also deals with other private client matters, for example Declarations of Trust, registration of Enduring Powers of Attorney and resealing overseas Grants of Probate to use in England. Deborah qualified as a full member of STEP in 2021. Outside of the office, Deborah enjoys maximising her use of her National Trust membership.
85 - 89 Ridgeway, PL7 2AA
Licensed for 1 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 100%
20 Client Reviews
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About Deborah Esctott-Watson
Deborah is dual qualified South African Attorney and Solicitor, having qualified in England and Wales in 2003. Deborah joined Wolferstans in January 2023 in the Wills and Trusts department, having previously been at a firm with offices across Somerset and Dorset. Deborah assists clients with the drafting and execution of wills, including property trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and probate work. Deborah is experienced in dealing with complex Estates liable to Inheritance Tax and works to ensure maximum tax efficiency. Deborah also deals with other private client matters, for example Declarations of Trust, registration of Enduring Powers of Attorney and resealing overseas Grants of Probate to use in England. Deborah qualified as a full member of STEP in 2021. Outside of the office, Deborah enjoys maximising her use of her National Trust membership.
Languages Spoken: English
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WORK EXPERIENCE
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Name
Duration
Senior Associate, Solicitor
Wolferstans
?-present
Mirror Wills
We were dealt with sympathetically and courteously. The solicitor was approachable and efficient.
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 16 December, 2024
Hi Alan, Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that you felt well-supported and treated with courtesy throughout your experience. Providing a sympathetic, approachable, and efficient service is important to us, and we’re glad to know this was reflected in your interaction with our team. Should you or a loved one need any further assistance in the future, Wolferstans are here for you. Warm regards, Wolferstans LLP.
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Wills & LPA
Wolferstans were friendly, approachable, all advice & prices given was straight forward and easy to understand, explained exceptionally well.
In fact 10/10 for all aspects of advice etc we were given, I could give a huge list e.g. professional, smooth process, great legal knowledge to name but a few.
I would 100% recommend Wolferstans to anyone & would use their service again.
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 16 December, 2024
Hi there, Thank you for your kind review. We’re thrilled to hear that you found our team friendly, approachable, and that the advice and pricing were clear and easy to understand. It’s wonderful to know that you were satisfied with the professionalism, smooth process, and legal knowledge we provided. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we would be happy to assist you or a loved one again in the future. Thank you for choosing Wolferstans. Best wishes, Wolferstans LLP.
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Fantastic, speedy, professional service
Deborah was professional, knowledgeable and a pleasure to deal with.
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 05 November, 2024
Hi Christine, Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you found Deborah to be professional and knowledgeable, and that your experience with her was a pleasure. Your feedback means a lot to us and reflects our commitment to providing excellent service. If you find yourself, or a loved one requiring further legal assistance in the future, Wolferstans are here for you. Best wishes, Wolferstans, LLP
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Will Renewal
Friendly and Professional Service
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 15 October, 2024
Hi Geoffrey, Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so pleased to hear that you found our service both friendly and professional. It’s always our goal to provide a welcoming and expert experience for all our clients. If you ever need further legal assistance, Wolferstans are here for you.
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Will Service
All the staff at Plympton were friendly and approachable. The solicitor, Deborah Escott-Watson was very straight forward and knowledgeable. The process was completed very quickly.
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 16 September, 2024
Hi Sharon, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our Plympton team and that Deborah Escott-Watson was able to provide you with straightforward and knowledgeable service. It’s great to know the process was completed quickly and to your satisfaction. If you find yourself, or a loved one requiring legal assistance in the future, Wolferstans are here for you. All the best, Wolferstans LLP
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Efficient Service
We found that Deborah was efficient and very approachable, giving straight forward advice in a clear and concise way.
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 15 July, 2024
Dear Mary, Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that Deborah provided you with efficient and approachable service, delivering clear and concise advice. At Wolferstans, we strive to ensure that our clients receive the best possible guidance and support, and we are pleased that Deborah met your expectations. If you or your loved ones have any further legal needs or if there’s anything else we can assist you with in the future, please contact us. Thank you once again for choosing Wolferstans. Best regards, Wolferstans LLP.
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Wills
Excellent Service
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 15 July, 2024
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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Reviewing wills and lasting power of attorney
I would recommend Wolferstons. The solicitor was professional, efficient, knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. She was also understanding, kind and patient with my wife who has been diagnosed with dementia.
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 30 May, 2024
Dear Ronald, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are deeply touched by your kind words about Deborah. It’s heartening to hear that she provided professional, efficient, and compassionate assistance while reviewing your Wills and lasting power of attorney. It is especially great to hear that Deborah was understanding, kind, and patient with your wife during this difficult time. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we are here to support you in any way we can. If you or your loved ones ever require further legal support in the future, please get in touch. We'd be honoured to help. Warm regards, Wolferstans LLP.
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Getting Through the Jargon
My husband and I had decided to give each other Lasting Power of Attorney and also to have our daughter as replacement Attorney. At first it all seemed very complicated and to to involve a huge volume of paperwork. Mrs Escott-Watson was patient and explained all the implications and terminology very clearly. She warned us that it would take time to be completed which was helpful.
Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 12 February, 2024
Dear Frances, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us regarding your experience with Deborah. We're delighted to hear that she provided you and your husband with clear explanations and guidance through the process of setting up Lasting Power of Attorney. Navigating legal terminology and paperwork can indeed seem daunting, but we're glad to hear that Deborah's patience and clear explanations helped make the process more manageable for you. Setting realistic expectations about the timeframe for completion is also crucial, and we're pleased to hear that this was communicated effectively. Should you have any further questions or require legal assistance in the future, please reach out. Thank you for choosing Wolferstans for your legal needs. Warm regards, Wolferstans LLP.
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Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Esctott-Watson
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 12 February, 2024
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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