Solicitor at Hatch Brenner LLP
Dawn Parkes
Solicitor - Partner
SRA ID: 133724
I joined the firm in 1989 shortly after my qualification having undertaken my law degree at the University of East Anglia and was the firm’s Managing Partner from 2014 to 2022. I specialise in Private Client work and can assist you in all aspects of wills, probate including intestacy, powers of attorney, Court of Protection applications and trusts and tax planning. I am friendly and approachable and aim to provide clear, practical advice in a straightforward way. I particularly enjoy getting to know our clients and building a strong working relationship. I am a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.
4 Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1QY
Licensed for 38 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 93%
- Family Law 7%
42 Client Reviews
Overall experience
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- Communication
- Initial Impressions
- Approachability
- Documentation Accuracy
- Legal knowledge
About Dawn Parkes
I joined the firm in 1989 shortly after my qualification having undertaken my law degree at the University of East Anglia and was the firm’s Managing Partner from 2014 to 2022. I specialise in Private Client work and can assist you in all aspects of wills, probate including intestacy, powers of attorney, Court of Protection applications and trusts and tax planning. I am friendly and approachable and aim to provide clear, practical advice in a straightforward way. I particularly enjoy getting to know our clients and building a strong working relationship. I am a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.
Languages Spoken: English
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LICENSE
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Status
Acquired
Updated
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
01/10/86
05/03/24
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Compliance Officer for Legal Practice
Hatch Brenner
?-present
Making and Emotional Situation So Much Easier
I was so very impressed with the personal and supportive care I was given. This made an awkward situation manageable.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 06 May, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear that you felt supported and cared for throughout the process. It’s our priority to make even the most difficult situations more manageable, and we’re thrilled we could do that for you. If you need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
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Solicitors For You and Me.
Dealing with Hatch Brenner, and in particular Dawn, was a very pleasant experience. The atmosphere was relaxed, but business was carried out very effectively and efficiently. Reception was friendly and welcoming; not once was it intimidating, unlike previous experiences I had with a 'big name' company.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 06 May, 2025
Thank you for your kind review, Susan! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with Dawn, was both pleasant and efficient. Creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere is important to us, and we’re so glad to hear it made a positive difference for you. Your feedback means a lot, and we truly appreciate your trust in us. Should you need any further assistance, we're here to help!
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Lasting Power of Attorney
Made the process so much easier than if I’d done it myself
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 02 May, 2025
Thank you, Amanda. We're glad Dawn could make the process easier for you.
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Probate + Other services
I cannot fault my solicitor's work in completing and sorting my deceased mother's estate. She was knowledgeable, conscientious, and efficient. My solicitor made the entire process easy, which was obviously a difficult time for myself and my family.
Highly recommend. Cannot thank her enough for her hard work.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 06 May, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Satisfaction
Our query and worries were handled efficiently, knowledgeably, and with care and concern for that which we were dealing with.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 25 March, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Mum's Estate & related Trusts
Dawn was professional and friendly in all our correspondence and phone calls. She explained an often complicated process in a clear and concise manner. As Executor of my mother's Will, I always felt " in good hands " and would thoroughly recommend her services to others.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 25 March, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Very Satisfied
I was recommended to you, and the result was a fast, efficient service delivered at the quoted price without fuss. I have already recommended you to another potential client.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 20 February, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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I would recommend Hatch Brenner
Hatch Brenner had always been my late father's trusted solicitor. I met Dawn Parkes when she made a home visit for my father to alter his will.
When my dad passed away, I met Dawn Parkes again. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to discuss everything with me. The bungalow was being sold, and her colleagues assisted. Using one solicitor for everything was a real plus. I had no issues with how everything was handled—Hatch Brenner made what seemed difficult a much easier process by showing empathy and being approachable.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 20 February, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Will
A straightforward process done with understanding and empathy.
Acted upon and processed with due speed.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 20 February, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Preparation of Declaration of Trusts to Property
Dawn was extremely helpful and provided clear, detailed advice regarding our options.
Lawyer named in this review: Dawn Parkes
A representative from Hatch Brenner LLP responded to this review on 20 February, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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