About South Hams Wills and Probate

Vanessa Longley lives and works in Kingsbridge in the South Hams and is the driving force behind South Hams Wills and Probate. In addition to her accountancy and tax planning services she also provides a professional Will writing and Probate service and holds the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation and is a STEP qualified Trusts and Estates Practitioner.

Vanessa has been qualified as a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser for over 30 years. She gained her specialist knowledge whilst working for two of the largest chartered accountancy firms in the UK, as well as at several medium-sized firms.

With this expertise, Vanessa is well qualified to offer guidance on many aspects of later life planning, including Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Inheritance tax and Trust planning.

A Local Service Based in Kingsbridge

South Hams Wills and Probate are a division of Longley Consulting Ltd which was formed in 2006 and has built up a solid reputation with regular clients throughout South Devon and the South West. If you wish to discuss any personal or business tax issues, please see our sister site at www.longleyconsulting.co.uk

Confidential Probate and Wills Services

Longley Consulting Ltd is also accredited and licensed to carry out the reserved legal activity of non-contentious Probate by The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

Vanessa is very experienced in dealing with the sensitive and sometimes traumatic issues that can arise in later life planning or after the loss of someone close. Initial consultations can be held over the telephone or in your own home to establish your needs and wishes. Alternatively, you can meet at Vanessa's office in Kingsbridge, which is a quiet welcoming space, where your matters can be discussed in total privacy. There is free on-site parking.

Clarity Not Concern

If you have not thought about later life planning or had to deal with the loss of a loved one before, then the whole subject can cause concern. The paperwork and pitfalls daunt and perplex people. If a box isn't ticked or a statement is ambiguous it may mean your original wishes and intentions are not able to be carried out, or funds are lost to tax or fees later.

Vanessa's expertise and attention to detail will bring clarity and ensure your wishes are encapsulated in a legally defined format. 

Your Questions Answered

Please see further information on our Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate and Tax planning services on this website. You will find some useful general information about all of these issues on our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) pages. However, if you would like to ask a question, Vanessa can be contacted below.

Diversity statement

Our recruitment policy is highly inclusive. Our members of staff are well versed to work with members of society regardless of cultural diversity (gender, age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and social status).

We will help you secure your wishes for the future.