Saffiya qualified as a solicitor in 1998. She spent much of her training contract in police cells and prisons, working in criminal law but decided to change direction and specialise in Private Client Law when she qualified. She enjoys helping people and takes a very empathic and caring approach when dealing with people.
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Saffiya EvansSenior SolicitorSaffiya advises on all aspects of Private Client Law, including Wills, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, and Lasting Powers of Attorney. She has worked with local communities by giving presentations, to raise awareness for the need to make Wills and Powers of Attorneys, and worked alongside charities such as Cancer Research, Macmillan, Sue Ryder and Will Aid. She also works alongside businesses, particularly Financial Advisors and accountants to provide a service for their clients.
She is originally from Birmingham but has lived in Yorkshire since 2003 and has made it her home. She loves walking in the Yorkshire Dales with her husband, when she is not acting as a taxi service for her daughter who is a keen netballer and a dancer. She can be found watching netball matches (often very early!) on a Sunday morning. Saffiya loves interior design and has renovated her home and helped design homes for friends and family.
When a dispute arises between two parties, it’s not as simple as going straight to court. Before formal legal proceedings can begin, there are pre-action conduct requirements that must be followed.
Many business owners encounter commercial disputes at some stage, as disagreements are a natural part of running a business. In most cases, issues can be addressed and resolved internally through open communication and practical problem-solving.
When informal promises are made within families, they can shape lives and long-term decisions. But when those promises are broken or ignored, and formal legal arrangements are lacking, the result can be emotional, complex and financially devastating.
When a loved one passes away, going through the process of administering their estate will always be emotional and complex. But when the original will cannot be found, the situation becomes even more difficult - raising questions about the deceased’s true intentions and creating uncertainty for those left behind.
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