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Senior Associate
T: 01743 599145
rachel.wood@fbcmb.co.uk
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Rachel obtained a degree in Business and Law before completing the Legal Practice Course at the Nottingham Law School in 1996.
In 1999 Rachel qualified as a Solicitor and initially practiced in Birmingham before joining a large regional firm in Shropshire where she spent 18 years developing her career and was appointed as a Director for 6 of these.
In 2020 Rachel joined FBC Manby Bowdler as a Senior Associate in our Private Client team. Rachel specialises in all aspects of Estate Administration including obtaining Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration, the Preparation of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney and applying for Deputyship Orders.
Did you know? Rachel is an keen runner and regularly goes for a jog in her spare time
Mr A - "Very pleased with the service. Was kept up to date with the various stages of this transaction which was not particularly straight forward, no fault of FBCMB. Parvinder was extremely efficient and very reassuring throughout. Would definitely...
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Mr V - "I have greatly appreciated the friendliness and understanding I have received from your company, especially from Carina, especially since the complexities of the legal world are completely new to me."Mr A - "The service provided by Carina and...
Mrs G - "I wasn't entirely sure of what I needed to do or I would have tried to do it myself. Mark Turner knew what was needed and got on with it speedily and efficiently. FBCMB are always very good”Mark specialises in a variety of matters including...
Mrs T - Efficient, friendly, knowledgeable team. The searches were thorough and every step of the way the team advised as to process and terminology which was very helpful. I liked being able to talk directly with our conveyancers, popping into the...
Mrs A - "Excellent professional service explained in an easy to understand manner. Very approachable and friendly and came to us in our own home."Mr K - "Graham handled the obtaining of probate for our mothers will in a professional, timely and...
Mr J - "Initial consultation was very reassuring, with clear advice and guidance. We were always kept well informed. I would recommend doing business with this company."Ms E - "Efficient, professional legal services - I find anything related to the...
Ms D - "Excellent service, very efficient and approachable. The difficult process explained and handled with extreme professionalism and more importantly with speed."...
Mr W - “A very professional company, I would not hesitate to use again - 5* rating.”Anon - “Dealt with effectively and easy service with friendly staff”Anon - “Very Pleased with the service and advice given, also the outcome. Very helpful and always...
Mr DA - “Having obtained Probate at record speed, it is impossible to recommend any improvement. “In an ever more administrative and complicated world, I have been quite astonished at the speed with which our Probate Grant was obtained and equally...
Tracey Knowles - Connect Group - "Our organisation has worked with FBC Manby Bowdler for a number of years for both commercial and employment law advice. I have personally worked with FBC Manby Bowdler for 3 years and have always found the team to be...
Mr D - "Julia dealt with my issue very professionally and quickly, explaining everything in detail as we went along and making everything easy to follow. Highly recommend."Mrs L - “Excellent Advice. I have no hesitation recommending FBC Manby...
Mr H - "Throughout a very difficult time for myself and family FBC staff, especially Susan Todhunter, always treated me courteously and with care. The advice given has proved to be sound we were satisfied with the result achieved.Sue always made time...
Mr S - " I have three sources for legal and business advice but FBC Manby Bowdler far out perform the other two and I would have no hesitation in recommending Andy Ward at the Telford office if you want a great reliable and professional service."...
Mrs H - "I just want to thank you so much for your hard work, help and guidance during my house purchase. You have been brilliant keeping me on track and I am aware that I have relied on you totally."Miss G & Mr H - "Thank you for all your hard work...
Pamela - "The service provided by Graham Fuller was outstanding. Every aspect of my situation was considered, to provide the most flexible, secure and tax efficient solution for my whole family."Miss B - "Graham was excellent to work with and made...
Mrs T - "Vicky was a lovely lady who dealt with the subject of making a will in a friendly, well informed way - she spoke in a away we could understand and explained every step of the way what was happening, very professional!"Anon - "Originally made...
Mr B - "Thanks for your help in this matter. As i'm sure you've dealt with many cases and know it's tough for people to go through. Knowing I had you look after my case gave me reassurance and trust. Most importantly it gave me peace of mind. Thank...
Mrs D - "Michelle Monnes-Thomas was an excellent ambassador for your company. She was very helpful in preparing my fathers new will, providing advice where requested and keeping us involved at all stages of the process."Mr V - "I was quite happy with...
Mr W - “Very proactive approach to the efficient completion of leasehold legalities on time sensitive matters.”Click here to view David's profile...
Mr T - "Very satisfied - I used FBC Manby Bowdler LLP for the first time back in the summer after a business contact had recommended the firm to me. I was very satisfied by the whole experience. I experienced high levels of professionalism and...
Mr P - "Both the will and power of attorney were carried out efficiently and with the utmost understanding. The help received from Michelle was outstanding and made the whole process worry free."Mr B - "My mother is a 95 year old woman and Michelle...
Mr T - "I wish to place on record my thanks to Rachael and the practice for the exemplary manner with which you have handled this case, in particular the degree of consideration for my feelings and the sensitivity that has been shown all the way...
Mr D - "Efficient, Professional and Personal"Anon - “Overcame the language barrier effectively and efficiently. Really pleased with all aspects of the work carried out. Thank you”Anon - “Excellent service and good advice, very clear and...
Ms G - "Kate was brilliant with my divorce, keeping me up to date and explaining the processes. I felt very comfortable talking to Kate. I just wish there were more Solicitors like her."Click here to view Kate's profile...
Ms P - "Thank you all, the whole team, for all your hard work, dedication, help and support! You have been amazing!!! It has been a pleasure to meet Rachael and Yasmin, you have been very kind and understanding. You have played a big part in my life...
Nick Truelove of Kings Chambers - "Sharaz has an exceptional eye for cases to push forward. His tenacity as a negotiator and desire to achieve an excellent outcome for clients is second to none. He does not shy away from a battle, and has excellent...
Anon - “Good company I have used several times on property and now for a divorce matter, would highly recommend. Good service, Louise Bond was very professional.”Louise has several years’ experience in Family Law and specialises in cases involving...
Mr & Mrs H - We have used FBC Manby Bowdler several times for residential sales and purchases. Each time we have been found the team to be highly professional. Their service is personal and we felt they got to know us and understood our needs. They...
Ms C - "On behalf of my mother, Paul and myself we thank you for your professionalism sincerity and kindness. It has been a most traumatic experience that has lasted some 8 months but we feel that without your help things could have been a lot...
Mrs B - "Sara dealt with the probate and closure of my mother's estate in a professional and considerate way. She offered us various options but the fixed price cost for handling everything was well worth it. Her actions and follow-up were extremely...
Mr R - "Very professional and helpful when contacted."Anon - "Refreshingly reliable service. Thank you"Mr P - "I was very happy with the service received from Tom Devey and the team at FBCMB, you were great throughout all. "Even though I do not...
Ms L - "Jane always explains everything so that I understand and feel reassured. Excellent advice and service."Click here to view Jane's profile...
Mr V - "Very thorough and made sure it was right for us. Guided us well as it was our first time buying. Very good price....
Mr D - "Thank you so much for doing a perfect job. You made all the stress of selling a house easy."...
Anon - "I have very much appreciated having Anne Thomson as my representative in a lengthy and difficult family case. She was principled and resilient all the way through. I highly recommend her for handling significant, complex and challenging...
Mrs V - "Working with Samantha made a difficult task so much easier. Very patient and helpful with an understanding approach to her clients."Mr B - "Service from Samantha was very good and completed within our time scale."Ms G - "Samantha Roberts was...
Ms G - "Charlotte went above and beyond to rectify the litigation issue on my behalf, checking all avenues to pursue and explained everything well throughout the process. She kept me in the loop via emails and phone calls, which I really appreciated...
Miss S - "FBC Manby Bowdler Solicitors are great, taking on my case 4 years ago when other solicitors told me I didn’t have a claim and I wasn’t entitled to any compensation. The people that work there are really nice people and make you feel very...
Miss S - "House purchase went through extremely well and staff were amazing. Kept us updated throughout the whole process and what they needed. We are first time buyers so they were absolutely great in taking us through everything step by step...
Mrs P - " The sale of my family home and the purchase of a new property for myself was an emotional and difficult time for me, having lost my dear husband. Laurie Carruthers was absolutely amazing and guided me through the process with ease. At time...
Harry Jones Company - "Ifzal and his team assisted us in securing a lease with Nissan over a strategically important site in our portfolio. Ifzal and his team made the job as painless as possible. He kept us in the loop and helped explain the...
Mr B - "The service I have received from the get go was certainly a 10 out of 10! Fabulous. I could not have been more happy with Suzanne and the Firm." Click here to view Suzanne's Profile...
Mr & Mrs M - "We would like to thank you very much for your help in steering us through the recent claim. You were very understanding of the situation and helped us get through the last couple of years and gave us good advice as it was very difficult...
Mrs EJ - "I was recommended by a friend. Mr Jones prepared three wills in total, for myself, my partner and my aunt. "Very satisfied with the service provided; couldn't ask for better. Very understanding and considerate throughout the process."Ms B -...
Mr P - "Under the difficult circumstances of the coronavirus lockdown I received excellent, expeditious and helpful service and the staff member concerned was a credit to the organisation, showing a real understanding of my position."Mr B - "The...
Mr P - "Our issue with a departed company director was dealt with in a timely and professional manner. We would be happy to recommend in the future."Ms K - "Good Advice - Guy defended my interests with honesty and integrity. The advice given was...
Mr & Mrs J - “Will was a pleasure to deal with. He dealt with our instruction quickly and efficiently. He explained things in a clear way we could really understand.”Mr C - “Totally professional in every way, listens to what your needs are and...
Mr B - "My wife and I received excellent professional and friendly advice on all occasions we dealt with Sara and other members of staff. A first class service we would recommend to our family and friends without any reservations."Mrs S - "A very...
Ms S - "My experience with Jas was very good. I was kept well informed about what was going on with my case every step of the way. Jas is polite, friendly, courteous, and most of all a professional who does her utmost to help the client (by this I...
Mr O - “Very pleased as everything was handled in a very professional manner and within the expected time scales.”Ms Y - “Will Jones visited my mother at her home, which made it so much easier for the family to deal with her needs. Also he made us...
Mr A - "Exemplary service delivered on time to cost estimate. All obstacles overcome, professionally and profoundly."Click here to view Andrew's profile...
Mr W - "Adam Davies was an excellent Solicitor and someone we would return to again if the need arises"...
Ms K - "I was completely satisfied with my solicitor, she was completely professional, efficient. I couldn't have been happier with her services."Mrs B - "I’m writing to express my thanks for the advice and support Rachel Bloxwich gave during a very...
Mr H - "My experience throughout the whole process has been one of total confidence and trust in Adam and the company, with both sound legal advice and understanding given to me at all times."Mr R - "Having fought five years against an employer which...
Mr B - "Thanks for all your effort and hard work on this, another good job by FBCMB!!"Click here to view Alison's profile...
Mr J - "Another case concluded" "Another case put to rest""Another one bites the dust""Thank you very much to FBC Manby Bowdler and special thanks to Gareth for winning cases for us. This is probably the 9th Case that has been concluded in our...
Mr P - "Fantastic service provided by Andy Ward, no delays, very knowledgeable and helpful. Faultless client service. Highly recommended."Mr M - "A first class service. Thorough and courteous and helpful. Many thanks for the massive amount of...
Mrs S - "Divorce can be a somewhat frightening and daunting prospect for someone on their own. Sarah Millington and her colleague Lindsey Walker were both personable, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. It was a great help to feel that they...
Mr & Mrs Pucknell - "We would like to thank you personally for all the hard work you did on our behalf regarding Beryl's will. We greatly appreciated the fact that you always made yourself available to us when particular problems arose and this...
Mrs N - "Just wanted to say a huge thank you for all of your hard work. It is very much appreciated and I think we have the best outcome."...
Ms F - "Ms Carr has been my only solicitor. She is not only a great solicitor but she has a wonderful personality.”Mrs C - “Advice and unpersuasive verbal help on making my will in a rather difficult situation- understanding and sensible,...
Mrs V - "Mr V has particular needs such as learning difficulties. Will was considerate, thoughtful and explained very carefully. We think Will Jones is fantastic!Mrs C - "My contact with FBC Manby Bowdler has been very positive. The service offered...
Mr B - "Although the intended purchase did not complete due to findings from the Commercial Surveyor; FBC Manby Bowdler's representation, advice and communication was flawless throughout the process. We will be appointing FBC to represent us again...
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