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Posted by Katie Deakin on 24 October 2023

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Katie Deakin

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Katie manages a varied caseload of private client work including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts and Estate Administration.

Katie Deakin

Katie manages a varied caseload of private client work including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts and Estate Administration.

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