Solicitor at Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited
Kim Karen Carr
Solicitor - Consultant
SRA ID: 132857
Kim obtained an LLB (Hons) Law Degree from the University of Birmingham in 1982, before completing the Law Society Finals at the College of Law in Guildford in 1983. Kim joined the Firm as a Trainee Solicitor, qualified as a Solicitor in 1986, became a Partner in 1989 and was Managing Partner of the firm from 2005-2020. In April 2020 Kim became Lead Partner of the Wills, Probate & Lifetime Planning Department and in 2024 Kim moved to the role of Consultant. Kim played an active role in national legal network, LawNet, for a number of years. In 2012 she was awarded the LawNet Managing Partner of the Year Award, which recognised her outstanding performance and leadership. In 2015 Kim was appointed Chair of LawNet, a role which she held for 7 years before stepping down in 2022. Kim was the first woman to hold the role in the networks 26 year history.
6-10 George Street, Snow Hill, WV2 4DN
Licensed for 38 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 100%
16 Client Reviews
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About Kim Karen Carr
Kim obtained an LLB (Hons) Law Degree from the University of Birmingham in 1982, before completing the Law Society Finals at the College of Law in Guildford in 1983. Kim joined the Firm as a Trainee Solicitor, qualified as a Solicitor in 1986, became a Partner in 1989 and was Managing Partner of the firm from 2005-2020. In April 2020 Kim became Lead Partner of the Wills, Probate & Lifetime Planning Department and in 2024 Kim moved to the role of Consultant. Kim played an active role in national legal network, LawNet, for a number of years. In 2012 she was awarded the LawNet Managing Partner of the Year Award, which recognised her outstanding performance and leadership. In 2015 Kim was appointed Chair of LawNet, a role which she held for 7 years before stepping down in 2022. Kim was the first woman to hold the role in the networks 26 year history.
Languages Spoken: English
Contact Kim Karen Carr
Address
Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited
6-10 George Street
Snow Hill
WV2 4DN
Phone 1902578000
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LICENSE
Country
Status
Acquired
Updated
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
15/01/86
18/11/24
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Compliance Officer for Legal Practice
FBC Manby Bowdler
?-01-10-2019
Compliance Officer for Legal Practice
FBC Manby Bowdler LLP
?-present
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Kim Carr and her colleagues at FBC Manby Bowdler provided me with an excellent service when putting my will together.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 31 July, 2023
Thank you for your positive review Richard. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Very satisfied with the service we received.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 25 July, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Very friendly and helpful staff all round.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 12 July, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Completely satisfied from beginning to end - everything fully explained from the outset.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 27 June, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review Louise. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Kim Carr was professional in every way.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 21 June, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Kim Carr was extremely helpful in the preparation of my new will. She kept me informed on the progress of my will, and provided prompt responses to any of my questions. She was very thoughtful and courteous at all times.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 03 April, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review Dawn. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
The service received from beginning to end was exceptional. Kim Carr was kind and compassionate and a joy to do business with.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 20 January, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Dealing with Kim Carr is always a pleasure. She is able, reassuring and extremely competent.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 10 November, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
I was very satisfied with Kim and also Jessica was very good to me. I think the team work is great.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 20 October, 2022
Thank you for your positive review. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Was this review helpful? Yes
Wills, Trusts and Probate
FBC Manby Bowdler have been our Solicitor for many years, my late husband and I have always found them to be clear, efficient and fair in what they have done when been asked. Myself and my daughter will continue to use them in future.
Lawyer named in this review: Kim Karen Carr
A representative from Fbc Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review on 26 September, 2022
Thank you for your positive review Violet. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Was this review helpful? Yes