Hannah is a Paralegal in the Private Client Department at Mayo Wynne Baxter. She joined the firm in 2023, and is currently studying towards her CILEx Professional Qualification.
Hannah gained experience in Private Client law at two law firms in the South East, having started her career in the legal sector as a receptionist in 2015 before training as a legal assistant in 2016.
Hannah supports two Legal Advisors on a wide range of Private Client matters, with a particular interest in Estate Administration and the management of affairs under Powers of Attorney.
Hannah is a member of the Ampa Group’s LGBTQ+ inclusion group, Amplify, and enjoys providing support to colleagues and raising awareness as part of her role.
I understand how important it is for our clients to have trust in us, and I always aim to build those trusting relationships based on empathy, transparency, and dedication. I pride myself on being organised, and I love a good spreadsheet!
Jessica Partridge is a Partner and Head of Tax and Trusts, advising individuals, families, trustees and business owners on complex tax, trust and succession planning matters.
Having qualified as a solicitor in 2007, she has developed extensive expertise in wealth preservation, estate planning, trust structuring and administration, and tax-efficient succession planning.Jessica is a full member of STEP (the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners), reflecting her specialist knowledge and experience in trusts and estates. She is known for providing clear, pragmatic advice on complex matters and for building long-standing relationships with clients and their professional advisers.
As Head of Tax and Trusts, Jessica leads an award-winning team recognised for its technical expertise and exceptional client service. The team was named Tax & Trust Team of the Year at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2024 and Tax & Trust Team of the Year at the Modern Law Private Client Awards 2025.
Both Jessica and the Tax and Trusts team are recognised in the leading independent legal directories, The Legal 500 and Chambers High Net Worth, reflecting their reputation for delivering high-quality private client advice and outstanding service to individuals, families and trustees.
Jessica is committed to helping clients protect and preserve wealth across generations, providing tailored solutions that balance technical excellence with practical, commercial considerations
Alisha started at MWB in 2021 as an Legal Support Assistant, and then became a Paralegal in the Private Client team in June 2022. She works mainly on Estate Administration and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
Alisha studied law at University of Kent, and when the opportunity to join MWB was available saw it as a perfect chance to progress her legal career path.
Coming from a hospitality and events background, she’s enjoyed applying her good understanding of people in both positive and negative situations to the Paralegal role.
Alisha works alongside the team in drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney documentation and helping assist on the administration of estates.
Alisha is also a member of the Social Committee and enjoys working with her team on upcoming events and helping to raise money.
Claire is a Chartered Legal Executive in the private client team specialising in Estate Administration, Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney. She has been qualified for 3 years but has over 20 years of experience in private client work.
Claire guides clients through the complexities of estate administration, Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney. Claire serves the Eastbourne area
Farhana Fayaz is an Associate in the Court of Protection team at Mayo Wynne Baxter. She has over 12 years’ experience in Court of Protection work and working with vulnerable clients and their families. Farhana qualified as a Solicitor in April 2019.
Farhana’s particular area of expertise is dealing with Court of Protection work and advising regarding various applications including: deputyship applications, statutory will applications, statutory gifting applications, Re ACC applications and Trustee applications.
This area of work is particularly attractive to Farhana as the workload is so varied so no day will ever be the same. Farhana likes to be able to communicate with vulnerable clients and be part of their lives on a long-term basis.
Please feel free to contact me or another member of the Court of Protection team to discuss your matter further.
Head of the Private Client team since 2019, Fiona joined Mayo Wynne Baxter in 2003, specialising in Wills, Probate and Estate planning.
She has a particular interest in advising farming families in multigenerational planning.
A longstanding member of STEP, Fiona has led her team to rankings in the Legal 500 and Chambers High Net Worth guide, and multiple national awards, including Private Client Practitioner of the Year 2024.
Estate planning and probate can be very emotional. Fiona is very solutions focussed and provides clear and empathetic advice to support families at a difficult time.
Whilst Fiona advises on all aspects of Wills, estate planning and probate, over time she has specialised in advising high net worth families in multi-generational planning, working particularly closely with the rural affairs team for our farming clients. In this context Fiona works closely with other professional advisers including accountants and financial advisers to protect family wealth in a complex tax environment. Fiona has seen an increase in working with accountants to restructure the family business to pass on wealth early, but maintain control for the older generation.
Fiona practice also includes acting as independent administrator in situations where family relationships have broken down after a death. This requires tact and the ability to inspire trust and confidence quickly.
With over 25 years’ experience, longstanding membership of STEP, and rankings in Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500, Fiona has helped many families, and takes pride in being asked by the next generation to advise having looked after their parents several years ago. Over the years Fiona has saved clients throughout the south east hundreds of thousands of pounds in Inheritance Tax, prevented bereaved families from losing their homes, kept the family business going and had some interesting tasks along the way such as securing heritage relief for a local important artwork.
Having studied Law and French Law at Kings College London and La Sorbonne Paris, Fiona has some insight into cross-border issues for clients. In her early career she qualified as an investment adviser before concentrating on her legal practice, and this understanding of financial services has proved invaluable in her ability to understand clients’ sometimes complex investment strategies.
Fiona now balances her legal work with managing the growing, and award winning Private Client team fostering a supportive and collegiate environment for colleagues to be their best to advise our clients.
Fiona really believes that making a Will shouldn’t be difficult for you, and should not be postponed. Please contact us to make an appointment to discuss your situation.
Ganesh Kent is an Associate Solicitor in the Private Client team, bringing a uniquely broad professional background that spans accountancy, business administration, and law. She specialises in all areas of Private Client law, including the drafting of Wills, the preparation and registration of Lasting Powers of Attorney, and the administration of estates.
Since joining the firm in 2019, Ganesh has become a key member of the department and is primarily based in our East Grinstead office. She is known for her meticulous attention to detail, empathetic approach, and ability to guide clients through complex and sensitive matters with clarity and reassurance.
Her route into the legal profession began with a longstanding passion for law, which led her to transition from a successful early career in accountancy and business administration. Ganesh completed her Masters in Law (senior LLB) at the University of Surrey in 2012, followed by the Legal Practice Course at the University of Law in 2013. She qualified as a solicitor in 2017.
Before joining our firm, Ganesh gained valuable experience in both Private Client and Conveyancing work at a Surrey high street practice, equipping her with a well‑rounded understanding of client needs and the practicalities of day‑to‑day legal service.
Outside the office, Ganesh enjoys swimming, discovering new places, and travelling to explore destinations further afield.