Lorna was admitted as a Solicitor in January 2004 and is a Partner in our Private Client Advisory Team.
She acts for a wide range of clients including business owners, entrepreneurs and landowners in relation to wills, tax planning and probate matters. Lorna also acts for trustees and beneficiaries, advising on all aspects of trust law and the creation, management and restructuring of family trusts.
Lorna has a particular interest in disputed probate and trust matters and undertakes independent PR and trustee appointments.
Prior to joining Birketts Lorna trained at an East Anglian firm and worked in the highly regarded private client department of a London firm.
Recent work highlights
Advising trustees of a landed estate on strategies to simplify complex trust and partnership arrangements.
Administering a farming estate and implementing a trust structure for the benefit of the next generation in the deceased’s will.
Acting as a court appointed PR in a complex estate involving a disputed will.
Areas of Expertise
Accreditations
Chambers High Net Worth [UK 2024]
Ranked in band 1
Legal 500 [UK 2025]
Leading Partner
Lorna Spear is very easy to talk to and listens to my concerns. She is extremely knowledgeable and suggests things that are relevant for me. She is efficient and professional.
Legal 500 [UK 2025]
