Partner, Head of Private Client at Berry & Lamberts LLP
David Lea
Partner, Head of Private Client
David qualified as a solicitor in 2010, and joined Berry and Lamberts in August 2019. David is based in our Tunbridge Wells office, and is head of the Private Client Department. Since qualifying David has always specialised in the field of Private Client law and has gained extensive experience in this area. He prides himself on being able to communicate effectively to explain complex legal issues in a language that clients can understand. David is a full member of STEP (The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) and an associate member of SFE (Solicitors for the Elderly)
11 Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1JA
Licensed for 14 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 92%
- Housing & Property 8%
14 Client Reviews
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About David Lea
David qualified as a solicitor in 2010, and joined Berry and Lamberts in August 2019. David is based in our Tunbridge Wells office, and is head of the Private Client Department. Since qualifying David has always specialised in the field of Private Client law and has gained extensive experience in this area. He prides himself on being able to communicate effectively to explain complex legal issues in a language that clients can understand. David is a full member of STEP (The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) and an associate member of SFE (Solicitors for the Elderly)
Languages Spoken: English
Contact David Lea
Address
Berry & Lamberts LLP
11 Church Road
Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN1 1JA
Phone 01892 526 344
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LICENSE
Country
Status
Acquired
Updated
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
01/09/10
06/03/24
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Assistant
Thackray Williams LLP
?-14.02.2014
Associate
Thackray Williams LLP
?-01-10-2016
Associate
Berry & Berry LLP
?-present
Wills, Trusts and Probate
I have found David to be an excellent member of your staff. Friendly and professional with nothing too much trouble. He has prepared two wills for me and each time has added extra value by drawing my attention areas I had not thought off.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 06 August, 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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Wills, Trusts and Probate
This is the second time that David has helped me to do my will.Both times I have been extremely satisfied with the whole experience. David has advised me on all aspects to consider when making my will - so much so that I feel well planned and this gives me great peace of mind.All communication was warm informative and prompt and meetings and follow ups were always followed through in a timely fashion.I will always recommend David Lea
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 03 April, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to provide such positive and helpful comments about your recent experience of making a Will with Partner, David Lea. We're very pleased to have been able to assist and look forward to working with you again in the future.
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Wills, Trusts and Probate
I was dealt with very professionally. I would certainly recommend your services.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 29 February, 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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Wills, Trusts and Probate
David provided friendly and professional advice in the drawing up of our new wills offering considered guidance on a couple of unusual aspects we required.
The service was speedy and all completed within 21 days of our initial meeting.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 27 November, 2023
Thank you for your kind feedback which we will ensure is passed to David and the team. We are delighted that he was able to do deal with your matter and hope to be of assistance again in the future.
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Wills, Trusts and Probate
David Lea provided me with excellent service and was very sensitive to the sad situation I found myself in. Would one hundred percent recommend to others. I will not hesitate to use them again in the future should the need arise.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 27 November, 2023
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased David was able to assist you and are grateful for your continued recommendation.
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Wills, Trusts and Probate
David Lea provided comprehensive advice . He efficiently and swiftly expedited my codicil. Excellent service. Highly recommend.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 07 August, 2023
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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Residential Property
We have been so impressed by Kizzy Packer and her team at Berry and Lamberts. They have been ultra professional, very quick to reply to emails and telephone calls, and proactive where necessary. My thanks also go to David Lea at the Tunbridge Wells office who dealt in a similarly efficient way over Powers of Attorney / Court of Protection matters. I could not be more grateful that a stressful time was made so easy. We heartily recommend Berry and Lamberts.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 03 July, 2023
Thank you for your positive feedback in relation to your dealings with Berry & Lamberts, in particular Kizzy Packer and David Lea. We are so pleased to hear about your experience and hope we can be of assistance again in the future.
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Powers of Attorney
A proces made very easy with the expertise of David Lea, clear guidance given to help you make your decisions.
I have used David Lea before for other matters, so would definitely recommend him and the firm, for ease and peace of mind.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 16 February, 2023
Thank you for your feedback which is very much appreciated. We hope we can be of assistance again in the future.
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Probate
This was in regard to my decease wife's estate and the process of obtaining probate.
All maters of discussion and communication were dealt with in a most professional and congenial manner by all concerned for which I offer my sincere thanks.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 16 February, 2023
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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Wills, Trusts and Probate
Case which was extended ,by changes on our part,was throughout dealt with courtesy, efficiency and knowledge of what we required. We experienced no problems.
Lawyer named in this review: David Lea
A representative from Berry & Lamberts LLP responded to this review on 19 December, 2022
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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