Donna Matthews
Chartered Legal Executive
Wills, Trusts and ProbateDonna joined Harrison Drury in 2023 after working for another local firm for nearly 10 years. Donna is a Chartered Legal Executive in our Private Client team and she specialises in:
- Preparation of wills,
- Estate planning,
- Trusts,
- Probate work,
- Preparing and registering lasting powers of attorney and registering enduring powers of attorney,
- Administration of estates and,
- Dealing with the management of elderly clients’ general affairs.
Donna began her legal career in 1999 when she commenced work at a law firm in Blackpool, after studying for her A Levels, and has worked on the Fylde coast since then. Donna started the CILEX qualification and became a Chartered Legal Executive in 2006.
In December 2021, Donna was admitted as a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) which is a qualification confirming her expertise in the field of wills, trusts and estates.
Donna is an approachable and empathetic private client lawyer and prides herself on giving an efficient service to her clients.
Outside of work you can find me…
Outside of work Donna enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys going out for walks, going to the gym and eating out. Donna also loves to go on holidays both in the UK and abroad when she can.
Awards and Rankings
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