Kate Dawes
Paralegal
Kate Dawes is a Paralegal in our Wills and Probate department and is based at our Leicester office.
Expertise
- New client enquiries
- Preparing and registering documents
- Supporting colleagues in the Wills, Trusts and Probate team
- Liaising with clients and third parties
Approach
Kate has a friendly and professional approach when dealing with all clients and is sympathetic and compassionate when dealing with probate matters. Kate provides clients with initial advice and guidance from the outset and has a long-standing experience of client care.
Career Highlights
- Kate joined Bray & Bray Solicitors in 1996 as a Legal Secretary based in Leicestershire
- During Kate’s time with the firm, she worked in various departments including Family Law and Criminal Law
- She remained with Bray & Bray throughout its merger with Rotheras to become Rothera Bray in October 2023
- From October 2023, Kate has been a Paralegal in the Wills & Probate team based at our Leicester office
Experience
- Leicester
- k.dawes@rotherabray.co.uk
- 0116 204 5344
Experience
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