Tracy Rowden, private client partner at Mayo Wynne Baxter, has earned national recognition for her specialist work supporting older and vulnerable clients and their families and carers – becoming one of a select group in the UK to achieve accredited Lifetime Lawyer status.
Tracy, based in the firm’s Lewes office, has been formally accredited for her expertise in guiding individuals through later-life legal planning.
The accreditation is awarded by The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, the organisation that sets the benchmark for excellence in later life legal advice, covering areas such as wills, powers of attorney, inheritance tax and care planning.
Tracy said: “Being accredited as a Lifetime Lawyer is an important milestone in my practice. It recognises the specialist knowledge required to advise older and vulnerable clients and reiterates my commitment to upholding the highest professional standards in this field.
“Later life planning involves complex legal and personal considerations, and my role is to guide clients through these with clarity, empathy and a focus on achieving the best long-term outcomes for them and their families.”
Fiona Dodd, partner and head of the private client team, added: “Tracy has long demonstrated both exceptional technical skill and genuine compassion in her work with our older and more vulnerable clients.
“She is committed to delivering the highest standard of later life legal advice, and her accreditation is a testament to her determination and perseverance, and we are delighted to be celebrating her accomplishments.”
To achieve the accreditation, lawyers undertake a rigorous assessment to demonstrate a deep understanding of the legal, practical, and emotional considerations involved in protecting the interests of older and vulnerable clients.
Lakshmi Turner, chief executive of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, said: “When it comes to planning ahead for later life, getting the right advice is essential.
“An accredited lifetime lawyer is an expert in this area of the law and understands the wider, often sensitive, issues around health, care and family that may need consideration. They follow a strict code of practice with respect and dignity at its heart.
“Ultimately, choosing a lifetime lawyer means you’ll be guided through this complex and sensitive area of law and will be able to lay solid foundation to protect yourself and your loved ones later in life.”
