Marian Merritt

Senior Associate Solicitor

Private Client

Marian helps clients plan for their future through comprehensive estate planning, inheritance tax advice and trust administration.

Marian is a STEP-qualified private client solicitor who brings technical expertise with a warm, approachable manner to help clients navigate complex personal and financial circumstances.

Having qualified as a solicitor in 2018, Marian has developed particular expertise in estate planning and administration, including drafting wills, creating and managing trusts, and preparing lasting powers of attorney.

She works closely with financial advisors to provide clients with comprehensive solutions that protect their interests and those of their loved ones.

Qualifications & Memberships

Marian has been a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) since 2024, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professional expertise.

She was recognised as a “Key Lawyer” in Legal 500 2023, with clients praising her technical knowledge and approachable manner.

Experience

International estate planning

Advising high-net-worth clients on complex estate planning involving international assets, including the creation of sophisticated will structures and inheritance tax mitigation strategies

Vulnerable client support

Supporting vulnerable clients and their families with specialist estate planning advice, including the preparation of lasting powers of attorney and the creation of protective trusts

Business succession planning

Working alongside financial advisors to provide comprehensive estate planning for business owners, including succession planning and inheritance tax efficiency

Complex probate administration

Managing complex probate matters involving disputed assets, international elements, and intricate family dynamics

Related services

Estate Planning

Estate Administration

Powers of Attorney

Will Writing

What our clients say:

“I have found my dealings with Marian to be professional, courteous and friendly. Her advice is always clear and easy to understand and she responds to emails in a timely manner. ”

Recent Wills, Trusts & Probate Client

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