Emma Priest is Head of Private Client West at CJCH Solicitors, based at our Bridgend Office with more than 26 years local experience in private client law. She advises on wills, lasting powers of attorney, trusts, probate, estate administration, inheritance tax planning, care home fees and matters affecting older and vulnerable clients.
With 20 years PQE Emma combines experience and technical expertise with a practical, approachable and compassionate manner. She provides “non legal jargon” clear, tailored advice to help clients protect their interests, reflect their wishes and make informed decisions during sensitive times and in often difficult circumstances.
Her key areas of expertise include:
- Wills and estate planning.
- Lasting Powers of Attorney for Property and Financial Affairs and Health and Welfare.
- Probate and estate administration, including intestate estates.
- Inheritance tax, lifetime planning and care home fee considerations.
A Fellow of CILEX since 2006, Emma holds CILEX Probate Practising Rights. She is a member of the Association of Lifetime Lawyers, holds the Solicitors for the Elderly Client Care in Practice Award, is recognised as a Legal 500 Key Lawyer and is a full STEP member. As a Dementia Friend, she understands the needs of people living with dementia, complementing her work on wills, lasting powers of attorney and future planning. Emma holds a 4.9-star rating on Review Solicitors, where clients praise her professionalism, courtesy, patience and valuable advice.
