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Natalie Payne wins Lawyer of the Year

03.07.2025

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Morr & Co is delighted to announce that Natalie Payne, Partner in our Private Client team, has won ‘Lawyer of the Year – Wills & Probate’ and ‘National Private Client Lawyer’ at the Modern Law Private Client Awards 2025.

These prestigious awards recognise Natalie’s outstanding contribution to private client law and her exceptional commitment to client care.

Natalie has built a strong reputation for her technical expertise and specialises in advising on complex domestic and international estates. Her practice encompasses the creation and administration of Trusts, complex estate administration and powers of attorney. Having cross qualified as a solicitor in 2010, Natalie particularly focusses on inheritance tax mitigation and estate administrations.

Natalie brings a unique perspective to private client matters, taking great pride in supporting clients and their families through sensitive legal processes where she combines technical expertise with genuine care. She understands that behind every legal matter is a person facing difficult decisions and her approach reflects this understanding.

Beyond her client work, Natalie plays a key role in mentoring junior solicitors and shaping the strategic direction of our Private Client team.

Catherine Fisher, Managing Partner at Morr & Co, commented;

I couldn’t be prouder of Natalie’s achievement. This award recognises not only her exceptional legal ability but also the warmth, professionalism and dedication she brings to every client relationship. Natalie exemplifies everything we stand for as a firm, balancing deep expertise with genuine care for the people we serve. She truly deserves this national recognition.

The Modern Law Private Client Awards recognise outstanding achievement and innovation in the private client legal sector, celebrating both individual and team excellence across England and Wales.

The 2025 ceremony took place at The Rum Warehouse in Liverpool, bringing together the sector’s finest practitioners for an evening of recognition and celebration.

To see the full list of winners visit – 2025 Results | Modern Law Private Client Awards

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