South East lawyer awarded gold standard accreditation

Tracy Rowden, partner in the private client team at Mayo Wynne Baxter, has been awarded the accredited lifetime lawyer status – a national recognition of her specialist expertise in advising older and vulnerable clients, and supporting their families and careers.

Tracy, based in the firm’s Lewes office, is now part of a select group of lawyers in the UK to achieve this respected accreditation. The accreditation is awarded by the association of lifetime lawyers, the organisation that sets the benchmark for excellence in later life legal advice, including wills, powers of attorney, inheritance tax, and care planning.

To achieve this accreditation, lawyers must undertake rigorous assessment to demonstrate a deep understanding of the legal, practical, and emotional considerations involved in protecting the interests of older and vulnerable clients.

Speaking about her achievement, Tracy Rowden said: “Being accredited as a lifetime lawyer is an important milestone in my practice. It recognises the specialist knowledge required to advise older and vulnerable clients and reiterates my commitment to upholding the highest professional standards in this field.”

“Later life planning involves complex legal and personal considerations, and my role is to guide clients through these with clarity, empathy, and a focus on achieving the best long term outcomes for them and their families.”

Fiona Dodd, partner and head of the private client team said: “Tracy has long demonstrated both exceptional technical skill and genuine compassion in her work with our older and more vulnerable clients. She is committed to delivering the highest standard of later life legal advice and her accreditation is a testament to her determination and perseverance, and we are delighted to be celebrating her accomplishments.”

Lakshmi Turner, chief executive of the association of lifetime lawyers added: “When it comes to planning ahead for later life, getting the right advice is essential. An accredited lifetime lawyer is an expert in this area of the law and understands the wider, often sensitive, issues around health, care and family that may need consideration. They follow a strict code of practice with respect and dignity at its heart.”

“Ultimately, choosing a lifetime lawyer means you’ll be guided through this complex and sensitive area of law and will be able to lay solid foundation to protect yourself and your loved ones later in life.”

To find a Lifetime Lawyer near you, visit: www.lifetimelawyers.org.uk