Pearsons & Ward Solicitors supports Malton & Norton Rugby Union Club

Pearsons & Ward Solicitors, is proud to be supporting local rugby club Malton & Norton RUFC by sponsoring the home match against Scarborough on Saturday 12th February, kick-off 2.15pm. Pearsons & Ward (part of Ware & Kay Solicitors Ltd with offices in Malton, York & Wetherby) have always enjoyed a strong working relationship with Malton & Norton Rugby Club for many years and are delighted to show their ongoing commitment by providing match-day sponsorship. William Browne Club Chairman of Malton & Norton RUFC said “We are really looking forward to welcoming the team from Pearsons & Ward along with guests to our home game against Scarborough on Saturday.  Our association with this local firm of Solicitors goes back to the founding of our club in 1953 and we continue to value their support. As they…

Yorkshire Law firm Ware & Kay announces Lucy Gilman as Head of its Wetherby office

1st December 2021 Yorkshire Law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors has today announced the promotion of Lucy Gilman, to Head of its Wetherby Office.  Lucy will take over the responsibility for a growing team delivering commercial, development and residential property, litigation, family, employment and wills and probate services in the West and North Yorkshire region.  Lucy takes over the role from Director Michael Peach who will continue to be involved in the business going forward. Lucy, who joined Ware & Kay in 2012 has over 16 years of experience as a Residential Property Solicitor.  She has a wealth of knowledge and a strong reputation for superb client focus. Lucy has represented a number of high profile clients on complex property transactions and is extremely well-regarded within the industry.  She has a reputation for establishing close working…

New Associate Legal Executive joins Ware & Kay Residential Property Team

Leading law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors is delighted to announce the appointment of Associate Legal Executive, Rachael Fell to its growing Residential Property Team in Wetherby. (Michael Peach, (Director of Wetherby Office) Rachael Fell (Associate Legal Executive), Lucy Gilman (Deputy Head of Wetherby Office and Deputy Head of Residential Property, Wetherby) Rachael specialises in all aspects of residential property and will assist clients who wish to buy and sell both Freehold and Leasehold property for registered and unregistered land. Rachael has a particular interest in Leasehold Transactions. In addition, Rachael can advise on the Government’s Help to Buy ISA Scheme and that of the Ministry of Defence assisted purchases. She has extensive knowledge of buying and selling at auction, purchasing buy-to-lets, landlord and tenant work, transfers of equity, mortgage transactions, Declaration of Trusts and property…

Ware & Kay Solicitors announces new Managing Director, David Hyams

Leading Yorkshire Law Firm Ware & Kay Solicitors (with offices in York, Wetherby and Malton) has announced a new key appointment.  David Hyams will assume the role of Managing Director from 1st October to drive the firm forward and deliver its growth strategy. Ware & Kay, a full service law firm continues to go from strength to strength, providing a high quality and personal service to clients.  David, who has been a Director and Head of Commercial Property since 2003, will now head up the firm as part of the strategic plan for the future. Having considerable operational experience, David will be bringing a wealth of managerial insight to the role and will work closely with his colleagues across the firm’s other offices. This appointment will help take the firm to the next stage of its…

Ware & Kay Solicitors strengthens Wills & Probate team with new appointment

Leading Law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors has appointed Danielle Bebbington, a qualified Solicitor to its expanding Wills & Probate Department. Her appointment is a further addition to the firm’s expertise in this sector. Originally from Wakefield, she graduated from the University of Leeds and having qualified as a Solicitor began her career in Bradford. With a breadth of experience across the full Wills & Probate spectrum Danielle has represented a number of high profile clients and is extremely well-regarded.  Danielle will be based at the York office. Danielle will advise clients on a broad range of matters.  These range from the preparation of Wills, creation of Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney and making applications for Grants of Probate.  She has experience of looking after clients and guiding them and providing assistance when dealing with the…

Leading Law firm strengthen team with new appointment

Expanding law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors (with offices in York, Wetherby & Malton) is delighted to announce the appointment of well-known leading Corporate and Commercial Solicitor, David Silver to join the Corporate and Commercial Services Team. David brings with him a wealth of experience in corporate and commercial law both in the UK and overseas.  David is widely recognised for his experience in handling complex cases and providing advice in all aspects of company and business sales together with mergers and acquisitions. David will give advice regarding shareholder agreements, joint ventures, partnerships, corporate finance and general company law.  David has particular experience in advising firms on company formation & compliance and writing commercial contracts, both domestic and cross-border, international franchise agreements and terms of trade across a wide range of business sectors. Originally from Liverpool…

Ware & Kay welcomes new Litigation Solicitor

Expanding Yorkshire law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors (with offices in York, Wetherby & Malton) is delighted to announce the appointment of Julie Bradwell, an experienced Litigation Solicitor to its growing Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department. Her appointment is a further addition to the firm’s expertise in this sector. Julie brings with her a wealth of experience in all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution. She is widely recognised for her experience in handling complex cases particularly for clients who are contesting Wills and bringing inheritance claims. Julie will also provide a range of advice to clients who are disputing the termination of commercial and residential leases, property contract disputes, boundary and property nuisance disputes and professional negligence Originally from Newcastle, Julie arrives at Ware & Kay with over 31 years’ experience in litigation and dispute…

New Trainee Solicitor for Ware & Kay

Yorkshire Law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors (with offices in York, Wetherby and Malton) has added Lucy Riley as a new Trainee Solicitor to its team. Lucy has been awarded a Training Contract which will see her working towards becoming a fully-qualified solicitor. Lucy studied at the University of Hull for her LLB Law Degree and joined Ware & Kay as a Litigation Paralegal in 2019.  She then studied for a combined Legal Practice Course and LLM (Masters in Law) in Professional Legal Practice and was awarded a Distinction at the University of Law in Leeds.  Lucy has been part of the Litigation & Disputes team for the last two years and will continue to work in the Department. Commenting Lucy said: “It is becoming increasingly difficult for law graduates to secure legal roles within…

Solicitor Bella O’Keeffe gains coveted STEP qualification

Bella O’Keeffe Solicitor at leading law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors has been admitted to full membership of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (known as STEP for short), a professional body who recognise the highest achievements in STEP qualifications globally and is committed to helping people manage their affairs. Bella is now holding an internationally recognised qualification that demonstrates her practical and detailed understanding of the law and the procedures involved in trust and probate procedure, tax and accounting.  She is entitled to use the designation STEP to showcase her specialist expertise and give her clients the confidence and peace of mind of knowing that she has reached the exacting standards which are required by this body.   Bella, who juggled her full-time role as a Solicitor to study for the exam over…

Ian Fisher retires after over half a century with Ware & Kay

Ian Fisher has retired after a distinguished service of over 50 years with leading law firm Ware & Kay, with offices in York, Wetherby and Malton.  Ian joined the Wills & Probate department when the firm was known as Newbald Kay & Sons on 7th July 1969 at its office in Lendal, York and remained in this department until his retirement, becoming Ware & Kay’s longest-serving employee. Throughout his career, Ian has worked tirelessly for his clients and assisted many generations of families.  He is well respected and hugely knowledgeable in the field of Wills & Probate, Estate Administration, Inheritance Tax Planning and later life care through the use of Lasting Powers of Attorney. Ian Fisher commented: “Ware & Kay has been a significant factor throughout my life.  When I first started work secretaries took…