Solicitor at Brachers LLP

Mary Rimmer

Solicitor - Partner

SRA ID: 319137

Mary is a Partner with over 19 years’ experience as a private client solicitor and heads up the department’s Elderly and Vulnerable team. Mary regularly advises clients on complex wills, including advising individuals of appropriate ways for providing for disabled and vulnerable beneficiaries. She also deals with estate planning work for wealthy clients including business owners and those with agricultural interests. Mary specialises in later life planning including powers of attorney, deputyships and looking after the personal affairs of clients for whom BTC are deputy or attorney. She also deals with statutory will, gifting and other applications to the Court of Protection. Mary has recently passed with Merit the STEP Advanced Certificate in Advising Vulnerable Clients and is a member of the Solicitors for the Elderly. Mary deals with estate administration and has experience of complex estates including farming and business assets and advises on post-death planning through deeds of variation.

Somerfield House, 59 London Road, ME16 8JH

Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas

Family Law, Wills, Trusts & Probate

5.0/5 24 Client Reviews 24
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 79%
  • Family Law 21%
24 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

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March 26, 2025 20250326155221

Brachers review

5

Helpful and informative

Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

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February 12, 2025 20250212154452

Brachers review

5

Mary Rimmer, LPAs

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A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 17 February, 2025

Thank you for your five-star review. We're glad that you're happy with our service.

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February 10, 2025 20250210161310

Review

4

Reviewing Wills and Powers of Attorney, Mary Rimmer

Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 12 February, 2025

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your review and are glad to hear you had a positive experience with Mary in reviewing your wills and powers of attorney. If you need any further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

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January 10, 2025 20250110162902

Wills x2

5

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Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 13 January, 2025

Thank you, David, for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are please you were satisfied with our Wills, Trusts & Probate services.

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January 10, 2025 20250110162605

Wills

5

Wills, Lasting power of attorney and deputyships, worked with Mary Rimmer

Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 13 January, 2025

Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear you had a positive experience working with Mary on your wills, lasting power of attorney, and deputyship matters. If you need any further assistance, we're here to help.

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January 09, 2025 20250109121938

LPA

5

Lasting Powers of Attorney - Mary Rimmer

Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 13 January, 2025

Hi Peter. Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Mary Rimmer was able to assist you with your Lasting Powers of Attorney. Her expertise and professionalism are something we truly value. If you need any further assistance in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out – we’d be happy to help!

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Pat Priddis
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December 13, 2024 20241213145120

Lasting Power of Attorney

5

I found Brachers to be approachable and extremely professional. Everything went smoothly and to plan.

Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 16 December, 2024

Thank you for your feedback, Pat. We're delighted to hear that you had a smooth experience with Mary and found our team both approachable and professional.

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David Keith Elcomb
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October 23, 2024 20241023142050

Wills and LPAs

5

First class service and easy to deal with.
Would gladly recommend their services.

Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 25 October, 2024

Thank you for your positive feedback David. We are pleased to hear you had a great experience with Mary and we really appreciate your recommendation.

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History

5

My family have been dealing with Brachers since about 1902!
We've had no complaints so far!

Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 30 September, 2024

Thank you for your continued trust in Brachers over the years. We appreciate your loyalty and are thrilled to hear about your positive experiences.

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April 19, 2024 20240419123720

Updating my Will and LPA

5

I have used Brachers on the past for a different matter. Will do again if need be.

Lawyer named in this review: Mary Rimmer

A representative from Brachers LLP responded to this review on 22 April, 2024

Thank you! We're glad to have helped with updating your will and LPA. We're here for you if you need us again. Best Regards, Brachers LLP

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About Mary Rimmer

Mary is a Partner with over 19 years’ experience as a private client solicitor and heads up the department’s Elderly and Vulnerable team. Mary regularly advises clients on complex wills, including advising individuals of appropriate ways for providing for disabled and vulnerable beneficiaries. She also deals with estate planning work for wealthy clients including business owners and those with agricultural interests. Mary specialises in later life planning including powers of attorney, deputyships and looking after the personal affairs of clients for whom BTC are deputy or attorney. She also deals with statutory will, gifting and other applications to the Court of Protection. Mary has recently passed with Merit the STEP Advanced Certificate in Advising Vulnerable Clients and is a member of the Solicitors for the Elderly. Mary deals with estate administration and has experience of complex estates including farming and business assets and advises on post-death planning through deeds of variation.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Mary Rimmer

Address

Brachers LLP

Somerfield House

59 London Road

ME16 8JH



Phone 01622 655296

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Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

15/09/03

14/02/25

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

AWARDS

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Grantor

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Contribution to the Community Award

Kent Law Society

2022

Next Generation Partner

Legal 500 Directory

2023

WORK EXPERIENCE

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Brachers

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