Solicitor at Myerson Solicitors

Helen Thompson

Solicitor - Head of Probate Litigation

SRA ID: 165016

Helen has over 20 years of litigation experience and has specialised in contentious probate for over 8 years. Helen is a Full Member of the Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Solicitors (ACTAPS) and was noted in Chambers in 2010 for her “balance of toughness and charm” and in Legal 500 in 2015 as “one to watch.” Helen is also a trustee at St Ann’s Hospice. Helen has acted for a wide range of clients; individual claimants and defendants, minors, personal representatives, trustees and beneficiaries, and charities to name but a few. Helen has also been appointed to act for attorneys in contentious Court of Protection applications and has been appointed to act for a deceased’s estate under representation order. Helen also advises on issues of domicile and the contentious aspects of foreign estates. Before joining Myerson in 2016, Helen was a Partner at SAS Daniels, where she was responsible for the firms’ contentious trust and probate work. Helen is described in the Legal 500 as a "First-class litigator".

Grosvenor House, 20 Barrington Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 1HB

Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas

Housing & Property, Company & Commercial, Wills, Trusts & Probate, Consumer, Employment

5.0/5 8 Client Reviews 8
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 100%
8 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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Andy
Andy Added 1 month ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Myerson Solicitors
July 17, 2025 20250717172924

A long fight made easier with the support of Helen & Danielle (& Team)

5

We were recommended this firm to help contest a family will and could not be happier with the service we required. We were fully advised and supported throughout the long ordeal (delays caused by the opposing side and banking crashes).
We were allowed to make our own decisions and advised fully about all pro’s and cons and support was always on hand when the legal terms were confusing.

As a family we thank the team for all their time and a successful outcome.

In the nicest possible way though I hope we never have to deal with the firm again regarding and will - make sure your will is clear no matter what the situation to prevent anyone having to spend money in challenges etc.

Lawyer named in this review: Helen Thompson

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Tina
Verified Tina Added 1 year ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Myerson Solicitors
August 05, 2024 20240805172658

Contentious probate

5

Stephanie kept us updated and always responded to all our emails would highly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review: Helen Thompson

A representative from Myerson Solicitors responded to this review on 27 August, 2024

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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Sam
Verified Sam Added 2 years ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Myerson Solicitors
July 20, 2023 20230720142514

Successful contentious probate dispute

5

The representation I received from Myerson was absolutely first class in every sense of the word. The care and compassion the team showed me during a very difficult time was more than I could have imagined. Outside of the successful increase in my share of a late relatives will, they ensured the non contentious side of the process went as smooth as possible. Myerson’s quality massively outstrips the fees it charges.

Lawyer named in this review: Helen Thompson

A representative from Myerson Solicitors responded to this review on 20 July, 2023

Thank you for these kind words. We are thrilled you were so happy with the service. We wish you all the best for the future.

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Kathryn
Verified Kathryn Added 5 years ago Report to admin
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September 15, 2019 20190915010000

Wills, Trusts & Probate

5

Kathryn recommends Myerson Solicitors LLP

Lawyer named in this review: Helen Thompson

A representative from Myerson Solicitors responded to this review on 01 March, 2021

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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John Bligh
Verified John Bligh Added 6 years ago 1 found this helpful Report to admin
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May 08, 2019 20190508103606

Confident with the way they handled everything

5

I was recommended to Myerson, from the first contact to the last I found them to be extremely professional, efficient, friendly and approachable, nothing was too much trouble and I was confident with the way they handled everything.

Lawyer named in this review: Helen Thompson

A representative from Myerson Solicitors responded to this review on 01 March, 2021

We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and we are glad that the Wills, Trusts and Probate team were able to help. Thank you for your review.

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Derek Hall
Verified Derek Hall Added 6 years ago 1 found this helpful Report to admin
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April 23, 2019 20190423104433

Very professional and helpful

5

Myerson were very professional and helpful the service they provided was excellent they were courteous and friendly at all times.

Lawyer named in this review: Helen Thompson

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Anderson
Anderson Added 6 years ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Myerson Solicitors
September 21, 2018 20180921010000

Commendations to you and big thank you.

5

Helen and Bik-ki have been integral to my case and I could not wish for a better team to gets to grips with the complexity of my case. I would like to thank you for all that you have done for me and to wish you well in all that you do.

Lawyer named in this review: Helen Thompson

A representative from Myerson Solicitors responded to this review on 01 March, 2021

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and we are glad the Wills, Trusts and Probate team were able to provide assistance.

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Joyce
Joyce Added 2 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Myerson Solicitors
May 28, 2025
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Joyce

5

I wanted to extend my deepest thanks to your team—especially to Nicola—for the incredible support you provided to my mum during a very difficult time.
Nicola was amazing throughout the entire process. Her professionalism, compassion, and dedication were truly appreciated. Thanks to her expertise and guidance, my mum was able to successfully receive some funds from her late husband’s estate.
Please pass on our sincere gratitude to Nicola. Her help made a significant difference to my mum, and we are incredibly thankful.
May God bless your company to continue helping others.

Lawyer named in this review: Helen Thompson

A representative from Myerson Solicitors responded to this review on 17 June, 2025

Hi Joyce, Thank you for the kind review. We’re delighted to hear you received great support from Nicola and the team here at Myerson. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we’re pleased we could assist you. If you have any further questions, or need any support in the future please don't hesitate to get in touch!

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About Helen Thompson

Helen has over 20 years of litigation experience and has specialised in contentious probate for over 8 years. Helen is a Full Member of the Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Solicitors (ACTAPS) and was noted in Chambers in 2010 for her “balance of toughness and charm” and in Legal 500 in 2015 as “one to watch.” Helen is also a trustee at St Ann’s Hospice. Helen has acted for a wide range of clients; individual claimants and defendants, minors, personal representatives, trustees and beneficiaries, and charities to name but a few. Helen has also been appointed to act for attorneys in contentious Court of Protection applications and has been appointed to act for a deceased’s estate under representation order. Helen also advises on issues of domicile and the contentious aspects of foreign estates. Before joining Myerson in 2016, Helen was a Partner at SAS Daniels, where she was responsible for the firms’ contentious trust and probate work. Helen is described in the Legal 500 as a "First-class litigator".

Languages Spoken: English

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Address

Myerson Solicitors

Grosvenor House

20 Barrington Road

Altrincham

Cheshire

WA14 1HB



Phone 0161 941 4000

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Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

17/10/94

08/09/20

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

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SRA-approved manager - Member

Myerson Solicitors

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