Anna is a private client solicitor advising on all aspects of Wills, Trusts, Probate and Powers of Attorney. Anna is accredited by the Association of Lifetime Lawyers (formerly Solicitors for the Elderly) and is a Dementia Friend with the Alzheimer’s Society. She is also a member of the Scunthorpe Rotary Club and the Dying Matters group in Scunthorpe. Outside of work, Anna volunteers as a listener for the Samaritans. Anna has worked as a solicitor in Lincolnshire and Yorkshire since qualifying in 2008. She joined Sills and Betteridge in June 2021 as a Partner. Anna splits her time between our Scunthorpe, Howden and Thorne offices and is the manager of the Thorne and Howden offices. Anna deals with various complex cases which have recently included; - Advising clients on mitigation of Inheritance Tax through Deeds of Variation in Estates and Will drafting; - Assisting clients with their Deputyship Orders; - Dealing with care home mitigation; - Large, farming estates and Trust Settlements; and - Advising trustees of a charity and assisting them with selling their assets for the benefit of the beneficiaries.
94 Hailgate, Howden, DN14 7SZ
Licensed for 16 years
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Friendly reliable team, have used them a few times now, with no hassle! Would recommend!
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I needed to talk about procedure of making my will. I found Anna really helpful and approachable.
A definite advantage is having parking at rear of the property as I am immobile at the moment.
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Anna O’Mara was professional and approachable when she undertook legal work for us. Nothing was too much trouble and we immediately felt at ease with her. She was gentle but confident in her approach. We will recommend Anna to all our friends and family.
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Anna is a private client solicitor advising on all aspects of Wills, Trusts, Probate and Powers of Attorney. Anna is accredited by the Association of Lifetime Lawyers (formerly Solicitors for the Elderly) and is a Dementia Friend with the Alzheimer’s Society. She is also a member of the Scunthorpe Rotary Club and the Dying Matters group in Scunthorpe. Outside of work, Anna volunteers as a listener for the Samaritans. Anna has worked as a solicitor in Lincolnshire and Yorkshire since qualifying in 2008. She joined Sills and Betteridge in June 2021 as a Partner. Anna splits her time between our Scunthorpe, Howden and Thorne offices and is the manager of the Thorne and Howden offices. Anna deals with various complex cases which have recently included; - Advising clients on mitigation of Inheritance Tax through Deeds of Variation in Estates and Will drafting; - Assisting clients with their Deputyship Orders; - Dealing with care home mitigation; - Large, farming estates and Trust Settlements; and - Advising trustees of a charity and assisting them with selling their assets for the benefit of the beneficiaries.
Languages Spoken: English
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
01/10/08
17/05/24
Associate
Symes Bains Broomer
?-01-10-2019
Partner
Sills and Betteridge
?-present
Marvellous
Anna was very good to deal with made everything easy to understand. Would definitely recommend her in person.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 24 September, 2024
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Administration of my Father's Estate
I would like to thank Anna O'Mara for all her help and being our main contact in administering and distributing my Dad's estate. I would also like to thank the Executors Andrew Durkan & Richard Bussell for their professional advice too.
Anna has become our family's solicitor in all our inheritance planning and has provided help with Will writing, setting up Powers of Attorney and has dealt with the distribution of two of my family member's estates. She is approachable, has a great knowledge of her subject, is conscientious and keeps you informed throughout the process and responds to all queries quickly. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Anna to anyone requiring this service.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 27 August, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a positive review. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're glad to hear that you had a great experience.
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Solicitors who care
I cannot recommend this firm highly enough. During a very difficult time, they were all sensitive to our needs, helpful and professional. Anna is outstanding in this practice and provided a great service, but the others were very good too. Thank you
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 06 August, 2024
We appreciate your feedback and look forward to assisting you again in the future.
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The solicitors acted quickly and professionally
We needed to apply for probate, thankfully we were seen immediately and the probate was applied for and came through much faster than expected. This solicitor was friendly, knowledgeable and reassuring to us at a difficult time, our mum passed away.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 05 June, 2024
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Free Wills Network Service from Sills & Betteridge LLP
Extremely satisfied with my choice of solicitor in Anna O'Mara from the Howden branch of S&B. Even though I was using the free wills service procedure, I was made to feel valued as a client and the entire process was reassuringly easy. Thank you to Anna for her friendliness and skills offered to me throughout.
I would certainly recommend, and I was also initially given the contact by Guide Dogs for the blind which I support anyway, a very worthwhile charity.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 04 June, 2024
We appreciate your feedback and look forward to assisting you again in the future.
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Acting for Power of Attorney
Excellent help and advice - all documents completed, explained, and processed efficiently.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 08 May, 2024
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Where there's a will there's a way
extremely professional and efficient in all areas of the service provided. We would not hesitate in recommending this company to others. In particular Anna O'Mara.
A good job, well done.
Thanks.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 24 April, 2024
Thank you for your kind words. If you require any further assistance in the future, please feel free to reach out to us.
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Residential Nil Rate question
We reached out to Sills and Betteridge for a general discussion regarding my late father's will. Our meeting with Anna O'Mara was very informative; her depth of knowledge, empathy, and understanding made a significant difference. Anna's willingness to go the extra mile, such as researching the details of my late mother's residential nil rate band, exemplified her dedication to our concerns. We liked Anna's firm but fair attitude, and by the time the meeting ended, felt we had a advocate working on behalf of us, and most importantly, reassured.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 12 April, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a positive review. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're glad to hear that you had a great experience with our team.
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Administration of Estate
Very accommodating in every respect. Easy to talk to and get information every step of the way. Used this firm before and always caring efficient service. Would definitely recommend and have done so. Very good service throughout.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 09 April, 2024
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My Will
Anna was a lovely lady. She put me at ease straight away. Was very accommodating and would definitely recommend.
Lawyer named in this review: Anna O'Mara
A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 27 March, 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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