Senior Associate Solicitor Philip Baldwin from our Private Client team tackles a common misconception around care home fee planning and explains why the “7-year rule” might not protect your assets the way you think.
As a Year 12 student considering law at an undergraduate level, having the opportunity to shadow an experienced solicitor has allowed me to learn how legal procedures are used in practice and helped me gain insight into day-to-day tasks.
Over the past week, I have had the incredible opportunity to complete work experience at Thomas Flavell & Sons Solicitors at their Hinckley office in the private client team, and what a journey it has been.
On Saturday evening, a group of our wonderful colleagues swapped their desks for glow sticks and walking shoes to take part in the LOROS Twilight Walk 2025 in Leicester – and what an evening it was!
I started the week a little nervous , however, upon my arrival the team were welcoming and friendly. I was given a tour of the facility and met the team.
These past two weeks with the Private Client team at Thomas Flavell & Sons have provided me with a highly formative experience, deepening my understanding of private client work and building my practical skillset within a legal context.
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