Trainee solicitor
Charlotte Barbaroussis studied law at the University of Westminster, where she completed her Legal Practice Course focusing on commercial property, entertainment and media and family law.
Charlotte joined RIAA Barker Gillette in March 2022 from James McKenzie Wills Limited, where she worked as a senior private client consultant.
Charlotte Barbaroussis joined the firm as a paralegal but now works as a trainee solicitor in our private client team. She works closely with the department head, James McMullan, and assists all other team members.
Charlotte Barbaroussis is an affiliate member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
Languages: English & German
LLB (Hons) University of Westminster (2013)
LPC University of Westminster (2015)
Expertise
Estate administration
Charlotte advises on the terms of the will or the intestacy rules, completing inheritance tax accounts, applying for the Grant of Probate, collecting and distributing assets and creating estate accounts to complete the administration process.
Intestacy Rules
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Charlotte advises on and prepares Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) for property & finance and health & welfare, including a range of safeguarding clauses to mitigate potential risks from financial abuse occurring.
Living wills
Charlotte prepares and advises clients on living wills, which are also known as advanced medical directives. These documents express the wish to refuse or consent to treatments such as CPR/life support.
Wills
Charlotte advises on and prepares straightforward wills and wills containing life interest trusts, discretionary trust structures and letters of wishes.
More
Articles
Legal jargon in wills: understanding your will – July 2024
Inheritance disputes on the rise – April 2024
We’re proud to support Update Your Will Week 2024 – 4 to 10 March 2024
Why make a will? – February 2024
Six Common Inheritance Tax Myths – December 2023
Charities, gifts and inheritance tax – December 2023
Chancellor’s autumn statement ended with a flourish – November 2023
Can you obtain an Emergency Power of Attorney? – November 2023
Protecting your business should you lose mental capacity – October 2023
Estate planning for blended families – August 2023
The Intestacy Rules Update – July 2023
Step-families and succession planning – June 2023
When is a gift of the family home, not a gift? – April 2023
Home visits for wills, LPAs and other sensitive topics – February 2023
What is a trust? – November 2022
HMRC deadline dispensation for trustees – October 2022
The benefits of having a will – August 2022
Why make a lasting power of attorney? – August 2022
HMRC impose new obligations on trustees – August 2022
Protecting your digital memories – July 2022
Powers of Attorney – making your wishes clear – July 2022
Not just for a rainy day – June 2022
Inheritance Tax account IHT100 forms changes – June 2022
What are your children’s inheritance rights? – April 2022
The effects of Covid-19 on inheritance tax – February 2022
Testimonials
Please find a link to Charlotte’s testimonials here.
