Rachel Hanson
Private Client Associate
Rachel joined Walker Foster’s Ilkley office in March 2008 as a legal secretary, working in the firm’s Private Client department. Rachel’s potential was spotted very early on and she was quickly promoted to become a Wills & Probate Clerk where she assisted the firm’s head of Private Client.
In 2012 Rachel became responsible for her own caseload including Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection. Rachel is an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives and is currently undertaking studies which will make her a Chartered Legal Executive.
Rachel is very well known in the local business community and has strong relationships with IFAs, accountants and estate agents. Rachel sits on the firm’s Corporate Social Responsibility Committee which is dedicated to providing support and raising funds for charities and local community projects. Rachel has coordinated events such as the firm’s sponsored walk for the Alzheimer’s Society and the firm’s past participation in Free Wills days with proceeds going to charities such as Manorlands Hospice, Will Aid and Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Rachel arranged for the firm to sponsor Ilkley Town AFC to help the football club to raise funds to build a 3G pitch which will benefit the town’s schools and sports clubs.
Rachel enjoys public speaking and is confident in delivering presentations in her specialist field of Wills, Probate and Powers of Attorney.
In her spare time, Rachel enjoys practising yoga and walking in the countryside. She loves being out in nature and enjoys gardening and visiting gardens. She is a self-confessed Francophile and really looks forward to planning and spending her holidays exploring as many regions of France as she can. She has also been learning to speak French for the last couple of years. Rachel also loves spending time with her family and friends, socialising and drinking cocktails!
27 Riddings Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9LX
She is an experienced Private Client Associate who is able to assist you
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Power of Attorney
Very professional and helpful. P-of-A was obtained in the agreed timetable without problems.I would recommend them
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 04 November, 2024
Thank you for your kind words Roger! We're glad to hear that you found Rachel and the team professional and helpful. We appreciate your recommendation!
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Wills changes
Rachel was polite and very pleasant. She explained clearly what needed to be done and that further changes could easily be done in the future, should we do wish. It was all explained very clearly. Rachel was professional yet personable throughout.
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 04 September, 2024
Thank you, Jonathan, for your thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that Rachel provided clear and comprehensive guidance while maintaining a professional yet personable approach during your Wills Changes. Ensuring that our clients feel informed and supported throughout the process is a top priority for us.
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Excellent Service 👌
Rachel Hanson and Ian Haynes took the stress out of both the Probate and the Conveyancing at a time when we were grieving. We put our trust in them and they did not let us down. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend them 👌
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 23 July, 2024
Dear Adele, Thank you for your kind words. We’re pleased to hear that Rachel and Ian provided the support and trust you needed during a challenging time. Best regards, Walker Foster Limited
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Great support with executor work
I had good propfessional help from Rachel Hanson in dealing with executor duties in a complicated case involving multiple bank accounts.
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 22 July, 2024
Dear Ed, Thank you for your kind words. We’re glad Rachel Hanson could assist you effectively with the executor duties in your complex case. Your satisfaction is important to us. Best regards, Walker Foster Limited
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Making a new Will
Rachel and her team were so helpful. Everything was very clear and explained really well and in simple terms
Rachel made the whole process very easy and I’m glad that I now have an up to date Will that reflects my circumstances.
Thank you and I would definitely recommend this firm to friends and family.
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 28 May, 2024
Dear Carolyn, Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that Rachel and our team provided helpful and clear guidance, making the Will process easy for you. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting your friends and family. Best regards, Walker Foster Limited
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Excellent will and LPA advice and execution
Like many middle aged couples, we needed to update our 25 year old wills to reflect our current situation. We took the opportunity to write our LPAs at the same time and received thoughtful advice and guidance from the team. Once written, we were kept updated throughout the LPA implementation process until they were fully registered
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 20 May, 2024
Dear Andy, Thank you for choosing our firm to update your Wills and assist with drafting your LPAs. We understand the importance of ensuring your legal documents accurately reflect your current circumstances. We're pleased to hear that Rachel and our team provided you with thoughtful advice and guidance throughout the process.
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Excellent service
My wife and I recently had our wills and lasting power of attorneys updated by Rachel Hanson and we received an excellent service.
The whole process (bar registration of the POA's) was done and dusted within days. We now have peace of mind that our documentation is up to date and just as we want it.
I would not hesitate to recommend this company to anyone contemplating either their first will/POA or to update a previous (and probably outdated) document.
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 13 May, 2024
Thank you, John! We're thrilled to hear you received excellent service from Rachel in updating your wills and lasting power of attorneys. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Best Regards, Walker Foster Limited
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Simple & straightforward
Rachel at Walker Foster prepared a new Will for me. I found her very friendly and helpful and most importantly she understood my requirements
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 07 May, 2024
Dear Dave, Thank you for entrusting Rachel and Walker Foster with the preparation of your new Will. We're pleased to hear that Rachel provided you with friendly and helpful service, while also understanding your specific requirements.
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Excellent
Rachel's friendly , professional manner made writing my new Will very easy. The whole process was carried out quickly and efficiently. I would thoroughly recommend Rachel and would definitely use her again in the future.
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 24 April, 2024
Thank you for your kind words, Karen. We're delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with Rachel and that the process of creating your Will was smooth and efficient. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we appreciate the opportunity to assist you.
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Very happy client
As a long term client, I have been extremely happy to consult Rachel Hanson for her thorough professional advice and friendly manner. I feel fortunate to know that I can rely on her and hope this relationship continues.
Lawyer named in this review: Rachel Hanson
A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 25 March, 2024
Dear Julie, We're delighted to have had the opportunity to serve you as a long-term client. Thank you for your kind words about Rachel's professionalism and friendly approach. We look forward to continuing our relationship and providing you with excellent service. Best regards, Walker Foster Limited
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