Solicitor at Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited

Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

Solicitor - LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor- Director

SRA ID: 275669

Helena is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), the global professional association for practitioners who specialise in family inheritance and succession planning. STEP members (known as TEPs) are internationally recognised as experts in their field with proven qualification and experience. Helena is also a Dementia Friend. Helena has a wealth of experience in all aspects of estate planning, including the preparation of Wills, planning for Inheritance tax and nursing home care fees. She also deals with issues surrounding capacity, such as the preparation of Lasting Powers of Attorney. Helena deals with the administration of estates, whether straightforward or more complex and the preparation of Inheritance tax forms and Probate applications. It is really important to Helena to help Executors and family members through a difficult and sad time by taking as much of the work and worry away from them as possible. Helena endeavours to make legal services accessible and understandable and offers home visits to enable everyone to access our services regardless of their mobility. You will receive advice to suit your circumstances, however complex they may be. The advice will be understandable and without the jargon. Legal matters can be difficult to understand. Helena’s aim is to make meetings and conversations as relaxed and straightforward as possible.

De Vere House, 4 Acorn Business Park, Woodseats Close, S8 0TB

Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate

5.0/5 82 Client Reviews 82
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 90%
  • Family Law 10%
82 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

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Paul
Paul Added 1 day ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited
November 25, 2024 20241125134907

Probate service and administration.

5

Assisted by Helena (Solicitor) with a recent family probate case .
Absolutely first class and very professional help in our our moment of need.
Helena put us at ease with all the legal paperwork , closing of accounts , paying off outstanding bills etc. etc.
We would have really struggled without the help and understanding given to us all by Helena in closing a family members estate.
We would not hesitate in using Fogwill & Jones in the future if necessary and would definitely recommend to anybody to use their services in your hour of need.
Many many thanks.
Paul , Tina , Billy and families.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

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Kathryn
Kathryn Added 1 month ago Report to admin
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October 11, 2024 20241011115010

Wills

5

Helena helped us to prepare our wills. We were made very welcome at the office on both our visits and refreshments were offered on arrival.
All our correspondence to Helena was replied to promptly and relevantly.
Any questions we had were answered and explained, to enable us to make decisions and complete our wills.
Despite the topic of our visits, we had a pleasant experience, which was relaxed, personable and respectful.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 15 October, 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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Peter
Peter Added 1 month ago Report to admin
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October 06, 2024 20241006125405

Excellent will writing service

5

Helena Grady rewrote and updated our wills in order to leave our assets in trust.
She was very professional on both our appointments and explained everything fully. The matter was concluded quickly
and efficiently.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 15 October, 2024

Thank you for your excellent review. Helena tries to be as efficient as possible to help clients bring the matter to a swift conclusion. We are so pleased you had a great experience.

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Wendy
Wendy Added 1 month ago Report to admin
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September 30, 2024 20240930111256

Will Preparation

5

Thanks to Helena making wills for myself and my elderly mother was easy and pain free. She was very helpful and understanding giving us lots of choices and advice due to particular circumstances. I would recommend her to anyone.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 17 October, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave your kind review and for the recommendation. I know it is always a pleasure for Helena to make clients feel at ease and to get the job done as efficiently as possible.

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Philip
Philip Added 3 months ago Report to admin
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August 11, 2024 20240811113831

Wills

5

Helen Grady updated my Will following the joint purchase of a property in Cornwall with my wife. She made my updated Will very easy to understand and the service I received was excellent. I would recommend friends of mine to use her service.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 17 October, 2024

Thank you for your review. We are so pleased that your experience was positive and that you would recommend our services.

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Sophie
Sophie Added 4 months ago Report to admin
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July 25, 2024 20240725172139

Fab service for new Wills

5

After having a baby we asked Helena to write us new Wills to ensure that everything was in place in the event that the worst happened. Helena met with us on Zoom, was very professional and speedy and it was a really smooth process. I feel so much better having everything in place. Thank you Helena!

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 17 October, 2024

Thank you for your lovely review. Helena tries to be as efficient as possible whilst also providing a personable service. It's great to hear that you had a great experience.

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Craig
Craig Added 4 months ago Report to admin
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July 05, 2024 20240705134031

Probate and distribution of estate

5

I have used Fogwill and Jones twice both times Helena Grady I found her friendly approachable and excellent at her job I was kept fully informed all through proceedings and would definitely recommend

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 17 October, 2024

Thank you Craig. It is great to hear that you are very satisfied with the service from Helena. She prides herself on being friendly and approachable and getting the job done.

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Phil
Phil Added 5 months ago Report to admin
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June 02, 2024 20240602220920

Probate and IHT after our fathers passing

5

After our father passed we met with Helena, who had drawn up our fathers Will. She explained the probate process and that she could do as much or as little as we wanted. We gathered all the details for the HMRC IHT submission. Helena then completed and submitted the IHT forms, then 20 working days later submitted for probate. We got probate back in 8 weeks which was about half the expected time; I am sure in part to the thoroughness of Helenas submission. Many thanks Phil

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 17 October, 2024

Thank you for the great review. We are so glad that Probate was obtained quickly due to Helena's thoroughness. We will pass on your comments.

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Kieron Matthew
Kieron Matthew Added 6 months ago Report to admin
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May 07, 2024 20240507223142

Best in Class Sheffield

5

We were given their details by a third party, whilst enquiring about wills and trusts. A meeting was arranged with Helena. At this meeting we were immediately put at ease by Helena. All our queries were dealt with in a professional yet friendly manner.
The whole process, from initial meeting to signing off papers was seamless.
Would willingly recommend this Company for all Legal and Wealth Management matters.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 21 May, 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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Alison
Alison Added 7 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited
April 29, 2024 20240429154123

Making a Will

5

After much procrastinating my partner and I made an appointment to see Helena at Fogwill and Jones. We have 'always been going to make a will' and last week we eventually signed along the dotted line and it is such a relief to know that things are in place now. Helena was very patient and explained everything in relation to our situation (an unmarried couple with children and step children) and the pros and cons of each option. She answered all of our questions and gave us time to consider without any pressure to commit. It was a very straight forward process and we found Helena to be approachable, professional and efficient. We wouldn't hesitate to ask for her assistance in the future.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 21 May, 2024

Thank you for your lovely review. Helena enjoys meeting with clients and making their Will making experience and straightforward as possible.

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Lindsay
Lindsay Added 1 month ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited
October 12, 2024
Collected on
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Lindsay

5

Preparing our wills.
From first contact we had a very professional and comfortable service. Helena Grady was on annual leave when we first made contact and we were provided with excellent service and information by Ruth Hutton- the only solicitors we approached who offered any information other than cost.
We were happy to proceed with our wills and found Helena easy to talk to and happy to explain our options and tell us things we might never have considered. Although not easy to think about our demise the whole process was made simple for us and all our needs were met.
We are very happy with the resulting wills and trusts and have recommended Fogwill &Jones to friends and family.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 15 October, 2024

Thank you for the lovely review. Helena and Ruth will be delighted with your comments.

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Michael
Michael Added 1 month ago Report to admin
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October 05, 2024
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Michael

5

I cannot thank Helena enough for the kind, considerate and very efficient manner in which she recently helped me with my uncle’s estate. Never having done anything like this before I was a little worried how difficult it would be, but Helena made my wife and I very relaxed in our meetings with her. Probate was obtained in under 6 weeks and we are truly grateful to have had such a kind and professional lady like Helena during this difficult time. Thank you very much Helena .
Michael

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 17 October, 2024

Thank you for your lovely review. Helena will be so pleased to hear that she helped you at such a difficult time and made your role much easier.

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Tim
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September 06, 2024
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Tim

5

My wife and I were very impressed by the service provided when writing our wills. The Solicitor, Ms Grady had the perfect balance of being welcoming and friendly while appearing knowledgeable and professional. Preparing a will can be quite an emotional experience but she guided us through with qreat sensitivity. As I have mobility problems the ease of access was appreciated. The price, covering two visits and a draft was very reasonable compared with quotes obtained elsewhere.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 21 September, 2024

Thank you for your wonderful review. Helena will be thrilled. We are so glad you had a great experience. We pride ourselves on our friendly, local service.

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Karen
Karen Added 2 months ago Report to admin
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September 03, 2024
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Karen

5

Can't thank Fogwill and Jones enough for their brilliant speedy service in obtaining probate for my late mother's estate. Will not hesitate to use their services again and would highly recommend them for any similar circumstances. Helena was very understanding and a pleasure to deal with throughout.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 21 September, 2024

Thank you so much for your review and recommendation. Helena works hard to get the job done as efficiently as possible whilst building a rapour with her clients. We are so glad you had a great experience and look forward to seeing you again.

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Chris
Chris Added 2 months ago Report to admin
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August 30, 2024
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Chris

5

I can't believe how quick and easy it was to get our wills done. True, my wife and I had decent drafts that mirrored each other, but the solicitor, Helena Grady, of this firm dealt with it quickly, efficiently and in a friendly manner. She gave useful advice that clearly made sense and ironed out the language for us. There was a hitch at the end, because I was taken ill and hospitalised
before I could sign, but the solicitor took it in her stride and didn't charge extra for the extra bit of work that was generated. I would definitely recommend this company.

Lawyer named in this review: Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

A representative from Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited responded to this review on 30 August, 2024

Thank you for your excellent review. Helena will be pleased that you found the process friendly and efficient. Good luck for the future.

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About Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

Helena is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), the global professional association for practitioners who specialise in family inheritance and succession planning. STEP members (known as TEPs) are internationally recognised as experts in their field with proven qualification and experience. Helena is also a Dementia Friend. Helena has a wealth of experience in all aspects of estate planning, including the preparation of Wills, planning for Inheritance tax and nursing home care fees. She also deals with issues surrounding capacity, such as the preparation of Lasting Powers of Attorney. Helena deals with the administration of estates, whether straightforward or more complex and the preparation of Inheritance tax forms and Probate applications. It is really important to Helena to help Executors and family members through a difficult and sad time by taking as much of the work and worry away from them as possible. Helena endeavours to make legal services accessible and understandable and offers home visits to enable everyone to access our services regardless of their mobility. You will receive advice to suit your circumstances, however complex they may be. The advice will be understandable and without the jargon. Legal matters can be difficult to understand. Helena’s aim is to make meetings and conversations as relaxed and straightforward as possible.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Helena Grady LL.B (Hons) TEP Solicitor

Address

Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited

De Vere House

4 Acorn Business Park

Woodseats Close

S8 0TB



Phone 0114 258 8887

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Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

17/09/01

12/10/22

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

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Duration

Compliance Officer for Legal Practice

Fogwill And Jones Legal Services Limited

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