Spall Clark Wins Twice at British Wills and Probate Awards 2026

Spall Clark Wins Two Awards at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2026

We are delighted to announce that Spall Clark Solicitors has won two prestigious awards at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2026. The firm was named Community and Charity Champions, while Managing Director Paul Clark TEP was awarded Private Client Practitioner of the Year.

The British Wills and Probate Awards are a national event that celebrates excellence, innovation and client service within wills, probate and private client.

Winning two awards in the same year represents a significant achievement and reflects the dedication, expertise and commitment of our entire team.

The awards recognise not only the quality of our legal services but also our values as a business, including our commitment to supporting the communities in which we live and work.

The awards ceremony, hosted by comedian Jason Manford at Manchester’s Kimpton Clocktower Hotel, brought together leading professionals from across the wills, probate and private client sector to celebrate excellence within the profession.

Community and Charity Champions

This award is for the firm with a dedicated approach to community, charity and corporate social responsibility.

The Spall Clark team collected the award from Jason Manford.

This award reflects the firm’s long-standing commitment to supporting charities, community organisations and local initiatives. Alongside delivering expert legal advice, our team is passionate about making a positive difference within the communities we serve.

Making a Difference Beyond Legal Services

We are proud to have been recognised for our work within the local community and charitable sector.

The award acknowledges Spall Clark’s ongoing efforts to contribute positively beyond the provision of legal services, supporting local causes, community initiatives and charitable organisations.

Recognition from the Judges

The judges praised our approach, stating:

“A genuine commitment to its local community, combining hands-on involvement, professional expertise and meaningful charity partnerships.”

British Wills and Probate Awards 2026

This recognition reflects the passion of our team and the relationships we have built with charities and local community groups. We believe that businesses have an important role to play in supporting the communities they serve, and we are honoured to have our efforts recognised on a national stage.

Private Client Practitioner of the Year

We are delighted that our managing director Paul ClarkTEP won the award for Private Practitioner of the Year.

The award is given to someone who demonstrated deep technical knowledge, an innovative approach to client service and clear evidence of client satisfaction.

Paul Clark, Managing Director of Spall Clark Solicitors

Recognition for Professional Excellence

Paul was in a category with other leading professionals in the Wills and Probate world. Being a finalist is an achievement in itself and receiving the award is a wonderful endorsement of the high standards Paul and our team strive to deliver every day. Our team works closely with clients to provide clear, practical advice tailored to their individual circumstances.

“Deep technical expertise, sector leadership and a growing reputation in complex and high value estates make Paul an outstanding private client practitioner”

British Wills and Probate Awards 2026

Supporting Clients Through Important Life Decisions

Paul assists clients with complex and cross border estate administration. Whether assisting with wills, probate, trusts, inheritance tax planning or lasting powers of attorney, we are committed to helping clients make informed decisions with confidence and peace of mind.

What These Awards Mean for Our Clients

A Commitment to Exceptional Service

These awards provide independent recognition of the standards our team delivers across all areas of private client law.

Investing in Our Community

They also reinforce our commitment to being a responsible and active member of the local community, supporting causes that make a real difference to people’s lives.

While awards are never the reason we do what we do, they provide welcome recognition for the hard work, professionalism and dedication shown by every member of the Spall Clark team.

Thank you

We would like to thank our clients, professional contacts, community partners and charitable organisations for their continued trust and support.

Most importantly, we would like to thank our team, whose dedication and commitment have made these achievements possible.

We look forward to continuing to deliver outstanding private client legal services while making a positive impact within our community.

Speak to our award winning team

Whether you require advice on wills, probate, trusts, lasting powers of attorney or inheritance tax planning, our award-winning team is here to help.

To book a free initial consultation, please call us on 01260 769 639. Our solicitors will be happy to meet you at our Congleton office or in your own home. Alternatively, meetings can be carried out online (e.g. via Teams).