Step Legal Solicitors Bolsters Private Client Team with New Head of Department
Step Legal Solicitors a growing Legal Practice with offices in Crewe and Stoke-on-Trent, is proud to announce the appointment of Shabana Khairi as an Associate Solicitor and the new Head of Private Client. The firm is committed to expanding its depth of expertise and providing exceptional, client-focused legal services in all matters of personal wealth and estate planning.
Bringing a wealth of experience and a proven track record, Shabana will lead and develop the Private Client department, offering clients and professional connections a superior level of service in this complex and sensitive area of law.
Excellence and Expertise
Shabana Khairi is a respected Private Client solicitor with extensive experience advising a diverse client base on all aspects of protecting and managing their assets during their lifetime and beyond. Her expertise is both broad and deep, covering the entire spectrum of private client work.
Her appointment is a significant gain for Step Legal Solicitors and its clients, who will benefit directly from her meticulous approach and profound knowledge.
Areas of Specialism
Shabana’s practice encompasses all essential private client services, including:
Will Writing Services: Drafting clear, robust, and legally sound Wills tailored to individual circumstances, ensuring clients’ final wishes are honoured and their loved ones are provided for.
Probate and Estate Administration: Expertly guiding executors and administrators through the often- daunting probate process, handling everything from obtaining the Grant of Probate to the final distribution of assets with compassion and efficiency.
Trust Formation and Management: Advising on the creation and administration of various Trusts (including Life Interest Trusts and Discretionary Trusts) for tax planning, protecting assets from care home fees, and providing for vulnerable beneficiaries.
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs): Assisting clients in appointing trusted attorneys through Health and Welfare LPAs and Property and Financial Affairs LPAs, ensuring their affairs can be managed should they lose mental capacity.
Inheritance Tax Planning: Providing strategic advice on IHT mitigation, utilising allowances, reliefs, and gifting strategies to preserve wealth for future generations.
Estate Planning: Offering comprehensive estate planning solutions that combine Wills, Trusts, and tax advice to create a cohesive strategy for managing and passing on wealth.
Court of Protection Applications: Assisting families in applying to act as a Deputy for a loved one who has lost capacity without a registered LPA in place.
A Leadership Role Focused on Client Care
In her new role as Head of Private Client, Shabana will be responsible for driving the department’s growth strategy, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring Step Legal remains at the forefront of technical excellence and client service. Her leadership is expected to enhance the firm’s reputation as a leading destination for individuals and families seeking clear, confident, and empathetic legal advice.
“We are absolutely delighted to welcome Shabana to the Step Legal family”, stated Gary Cook, Head of Finance and part of the firm’s management board. “Her reputation as a dedicated and highly skilled private client lawyer is impeccable. Her depth of experience and client-centred philosophy align perfectly with our core values. Her leadership will be invaluable as we continue to build a premier Private Client practice that clients can trust implicitly with their most personal affairs.”
Shabana Khairi on Her New Position
Speaking about her appointment, Shabana Khairi commented: “I am thrilled to be joining Step Legal at such an exciting time in its development. The firm has a dynamic and forward-thinking approach that really resonates with me. I am particularly looking forward to leading the Private Client team and having the opportunity to build something truly special. This area of law is so personal; it’s about building long-term relationships based on trust, understanding, and technical precision. I am passionate about providing advice that is not only legally sound but also accessible and empowering for our clients.”
For Further Information
For individuals or families seeking advice on Wills, Probate, Trusts, or Lasting Powers of Attorney, or for professional introducers looking to connect with a leading private client solicitor in Staffordshire and Cheshire, Shabana Khairi and the team at Step Legal Solicitors can be contacted to arrange a confidential consultation.
Contact Step Legal Solicitors
Website: www.steplegal.co.uk
Phone: 01782651144
Email: enquiries@steplegal.co.uk
