• Office
  • 1 Amphora Place
  • Sheepen Road
  • Colchester
  • Essex
  • CO3 3WG
  • Tel: 01206 217300

Emma Harper

Senior Associate, Fellow of CILEx
I am a qualified member of STEP and I am knowledgeable in the field of wills, trusts, tax and probate. I am based in our Colchester office, and am available for a free 15 minute chat over the phone on 01206 217387. 
 
I manage a mixed case load of wills, lasting powers of attorney, trusts, probate and tax work. I have wanted to be a lawyer since watching Crown Court at an early age. I enjoy helping people through what can very often be a traumatic time in their lives and giving them peace of mind. 
 
I am a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. I am also a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. 
 
In my spare time I enjoy a good book, and fishing. I also am trained in Karate. 

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS:

  • Qualified as a Legal Executive in 2008
  • Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives
  • Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners - what is STEP?

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Wills, Trusts and Probate Team - Colchester

Our team's friendly approach ensures that clients are put at ease and made aware that they will be looked after. All members of the team are happy to discuss a client’s needs over the telephone for an initial 15 minutes at no cost. Once it is established what a client needs, fixed fees are almost always available to provide certainty to our clients.

What our clients say

  • I have been a client of Birkett Long for around 20 years. They do what they say they are going to do and they do it well. In a world of sloppy, off-hand "service" they are a breath of fresh air.
  • Such efficiency and genuine friendly atmosphere is rare to experience in these days.
  • It has been a great pleasure to use Birkett Long as my Solicitors. I recommend their Solicitors and all various staff who work for them. As a client, I have experienced a warm, welcome and pleasant relaxed atmosphere. Their efficiency and honesty is paramount. They make a good cup of coffee too!
  • Emma Harper along with Chloe Walker went over and above in assisting us with all matters regarding our late parents' estate . It was dealt with in a very professional and compassionate manner. The whole process was clearly explained and all questions we had were answered promptly. This difficult time for us as a family could of felt overwhelming without their support. We cannot thank them both enough. Sarah Murphy & Nia Mincheva acted on our behalf in the sale of our property in a very professional manner. We were kept up to date with every step of the process and everything went smoothly, thank you both. Elliott Cousins took over an on going file for us and all matters were dealt with professionally. Thank you
  • The team are competent and efficient. Legal 500, 2023
  • Birkett Long provide a practical approach to this sensitive work and ensure great attention to detail. They are prepared to go the extra mile to assist their clients.Client testimonial from the Legal 500
  • Thank you to Emma Harper for the work carried out in finalising the outstanding payment, which came to light after a number of years, in relation to my late mother-in-law's estate and HMRC.
  • Whilst I have only dealt with the Colchester branch, all the Birkett Long staff I have met have always been extremely helpful and friendly. Over the years they have arranged "Trust Mortgages" for two of our children. Prepared our wills Helped and advised me on processing the Probate when my wife died arranged the Trust that our home went into as a result of my wife's will Arranged a Power of Attorney so that my children can act on my behalf, when the need arises. Should I require any future legal advice or help I will certainly be coming back as a very satisfied client.