Associate Solicitor
Ed is an associate solicitor in the firm’s specialist trusts team. He is based at our Lace Market office.

Ed administers and manages a variety of trusts of varying complexities, and gives advice to trustees on their obligations, as well as assisting with trustee changes and appointments. He also works closely with the firm’s residential conveyancing team in preparing co-ownership trust deeds for purchasers.
Ed’s work often involves the creation of new trusts and termination of existing ones. He also advises on proposed transactions which involve trusts, taxation or gifting to family members.
As well as trust-focused work, Ed regularly helps clients with preparing Wills, in particular those containing a trust element. He also helps clients navigate Lasting Powers of Attorney, administering estates and obtaining probate.
He takes pride in offering a warm and approachable service, ensuring that his clients feel comfortable and well-informed throughout the process. By combining his legal expertise with a compassionate and client-focused approach, Ed aims to provide practical solutions that offer peace of mind and clarity in planning for the future.

In June 2025 Ed received a STEP Excellence Award for achieving the global highest mark in the Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation.
STEP Excellence 2025
“We recently wished to effect a Declaration of Trust and changes to our tax positions with HMRC. It turned out to be relatively straightforward. However, in large part this was probably due to Ed Granger who dealt with the matter for us. He was highly attentive, full and clear in his explanations and checked our inputs thoroughly at every stage. Highly diligent, very pleasant and quick to respond. Thank you Ed.”Anonymous
“Ed was efficient and professional for a matter that needed to be sorted reasonably urgently. He was incredibly accommodating for meetings and explained the procedure and meanings of things very well so that I was able to make clear and informed decisions about what was suitable for me and my partner. Thank you. ”Aimee Crawford
“Ed, thank you so much for your totally efficient service over this work and especially the speed with which you have turned everything around. You really have starred throughout. We are extremely grateful to you.”Trust clients
“Excellent service, provided by Ed Granger. Ed’s professionalism, advise, knowledge and overall understanding of what we required was outstanding. The time line to complete the process was remarkable. We would not hesitate to recommend his services.”Will Soubry
“I have been dealing with Ed Granger to handle a Will and Trust Account. He has been extremely helpful and always took the time to explain the process and help me establish the Trust as per the wishes of the Will. Thank you Ed.”Don Hammond
“I've had business with Rothera Bray over the years for conveyancing, probate, wills and LPA; thank you to Sarah Soo and others in the teams. All have been excellent experiences. The most recent business, with Ed Granger of their trust department, was up to their usual 5 star standard. Of note is the care taken to highlight any potential issues and the processes to be followed subsequently, not forgetting the timely responses to queries.”Kate Autaury
“Ed Granger gave advice on registering a trust and I cannot recommend him enough. Clearly explained. Will definitely use his services again and would highly recommend. Thank you.”Trudie Wallis-Ryan
“Spoke to Ed Granger for some advice, he really helped us understand the issue we had. He was honest and knowledgeable, putting our minds at rest. He explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. Very helpful, would definitely get in touch for any future requirements.”CP
“Earlier this week I had an appointment with Solicitor Ed Granger. Ed gave me sound, solid, easy to understand advice regarding the current situations regarding Trusts. He was very professional approachable and knowledgeable. I left feeling reassured and in the know of how things stand with regards to Trusts. Would highly recommend .”Belinda Frost
“Very friendly approach from Ed Granger: who very helpfully gave me a great overview of the issues in my case and then (most professionally) called in a senior colleague to assist with the more complex issues. The team then provided very clear advice and great service; most promptly. I would gladly recommend them and also use them again for private client advice”Paul
“I was recommended to use Ed Grainger for the transfer of Deeds on a property, i experienced communication by both telephone and email which was a lot easier for me to understand the process, and i was always kept up to date with the progress , he was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful, he was a pleasure to work with, Thank you highly recommended”Lesley Savage
“Ed was very thorough, professional and friendly in dealing with our questions and preparing our Wills. We would happily recommend Ed because he explained everything very clearly.”Will clients
2023
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