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Denise Woodward

Denise Woodward

We are sad to announce the death of Denise Woodward, Consultant Solicitor, on 22nd April 2023.

Denise was a valued member of our Family Law Team and a hugely popular member of staff. Denise will be sorely missed by all her work colleagues and the legal fraternity in Chester and beyond.

Darlene Storrar, Managing Partner, says:

"Denise was an excellent Family Law Solicitor and a highly valued member of our team. Denise was dedicated to her work and her many clients and we will miss her enormously. Denise was always cheerful and engaging. Our thoughts are with her large supportive family at this very sad time."

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Meet Louise Eccleston

Job Title
Solicitor and Head of Private Client

Department
Private Client

Louise Eccleston qualified as a Solicitor in 1993 and since then has advised clients in relation to their Wills, the administration of both straightforward and complex estates, complex Inheritance Tax planning and Court of Protection matters.

She has engaged in complex Inheritance Tax negotiations with H M Revenue & Customs, made applications to the Court of Protection for Statutory Wills or lifetime planning and advised those with business and agricultural property.

She is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and was a former Vice Chair to the Cheshire Branch of STEP and a former member of the board for STEP examinations for England & Wales via Essay route.

Louise is also a member of the Law Society Probate Section and sits as Trustee for the Neurotherapy Centre in Saltney, a local charity assisting those diagnosed with long term neurological conditions.

Louise has acted as Attorney/Deputy/Trustee for many years advising clients across Cheshire, Wirral, Shropshire and North Wales.

Louise’s work includes:

  • Succession & Estate planning for individuals, families and business owners
  • Wills & Inheritance Tax advice
  • Probate/Estate Administration
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Advising agricultural clients and landowners
  • Court of Protection applications
  • Trust set up and ongoing Trust administration
  • Providing advice in relation to elderly client issues and care fees
  • Deputyships

Call Louise on 01244 400 567

Testimonials

Find out what Louise's clients think of her.

“Thank you so much for your advice, your patience in answering all my questions and your support. It has made a huge difference and I am so grateful”
MR – March 2024

Litigation & Family Law

During our first initial meeting I’ve never been put at ease so quickly after discussing my matters through with you. Extremely supportive, helpful and very much on the ball. Everything was dealt with very timely and accurately too.

Litigation & Family Law

“From the moment we first contacted Louise in respect of our Wills/Tenancy she provided a first class professional service. Louise was very helpful throughout and dealt very promptly and efficiently with any queries, taking significant time and trouble to help us understand the legal language. A ZOOM meeting she arranged was a great success. Simply excellent overall. We would recommend Storrar Cowdry without reservation, and would not hesitate to contact you if we needed legal work/advice in the future.”

Private Client

Excellent in all aspects. We would certainly recommend your firm and in particular you Louise. An amazing service considering the lockdown situation we find ourselves in. Once again many thanks for a tremendous service.

Private Client

Louise Eccleston was a consummate professional. A thoroughly professional and efficient service at a distressing time for us. Thank you.

Private Client

Just to say a big thank you for all the work you have done in relation to the trust in George’s Will. We do appreciate it. Could not have done it without you

Private Client

Thank you all for your professional and caring approach at a very difficult time.

Private Client

Louise Eccleston was most helpful in regards to my queries about Inheritance Tax and putting a Life Policy in Trust.

Private Client

Thank you Louise for making this so easy during such a difficult time.

Private Client

Louise Eccleston provided us with exceptional service. All very helpful and we would happily recommend.

Private Client

I could not imagine anyone else providing such an effort and patience in unravelling this matter and in a timely manner.

Private Client

Very professional, good at explaining and very friendly.

Private Client

A first class service in every respect.

Private Client

Louise Eccleston – very nice and made a hard process for us straight-forward and pleasant. Thank you.

Private Client

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About Storrar Cowdry

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Our Office

Storrar Cowdry Solicitors
India House
16 White Friars
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 1NZ

01244 400 567

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