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Applications are now open for our Graduate Legal Apprenticeship starting February 2027. Gain hands‑on experience in private client law while training to qualify as a…

A Parent’s Guide to Naming Guardians in Your Will

Applications are now open for our Graduate Legal Apprenticeship starting February 2027. Gain hands‑on experience in private client law while training to qualify as a…

One of the most important decisions you will make is who to appoint as your executors

Our office is reopen again after the Christmas break. On 23 December 2025 the government announced there would be a change to Business Property Relief.

Opening Times – Christmas 2025 and the New Year   Merry Christmas and a happy New Year from Spall Clark Solicitors We would like to…

The way in which a gift is left to charity can alter the overall amount of tax due. This gives rise to the question: should…

Starting from 6 April 2027, unused pension funds and death benefits will generally be included in an individual’s estate for inheritance tax (IHT) purposes. As…

Spall Clark Solicitors celebrate Paul and Natasha’s nominations at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2025. Paul was shortlisted for Private Client Practitioner of the…

Spall Clark Solicitors is proud to announce its sponsorship of Legacy Cheer Northwich, a cheerleading group based in the Northwich area of Cheshire.

Spall Clark is 6 today! Congleton Solicitors Spall Clark Solicitors turn six today Our Beginnings Spall Clark Solicitors was founded by STEP qualifed solicitor Paul…

Spall Clark Solicitors celebrate Natasha’s nomination at the STEP Private Client Awards 2025   The team at Spall Clark attended the STEP Private Client Awards…

Making the most of Inheritance Tax exemptions There are many exemptions and reliefs from Inheritance Tax. Many people are familiar with the nil-rate band (NRB)…

Paul Clark and Natasha Yelland shortlisted for awards at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2025 We are delighted to announce that both Paul Clark…

Inheritance Tax Exemptions for Emergency Responders and Service Personnel There are a number of Inheritance Tax exemptions available and some of the lesser known and…

Natasha Yelland nominated as a Rising Star at the STEP Awards 2025 We are delighted to share the exciting news that Natasha Yelland has been…

Spall Clark Solicitors welcomes Melissa Howman Spall Clark Solicitors is delighted to announce the recent addition of Private Client Solicitor, Melissa Howman to its specialist…

What to do if you are appointed as an executor Being appointed as an executor in a person’s Will can be both an honour and…

 Chalk it up to a good cause No Tier Snooker Society 1985 world snooker champion and proud owner of the most iconic glasses in the…

100 years of the Intestacy Rules: Why making a Will is important What are the intestacy rules? The intestacy rules are contained within in the…

We are delighted to share the news that our Consultant Solicitor Simon Heapy has co-authored the recently published Dictionary of the Court of Protection 2025…

Merry Christmas and a happy New Year from Spall Clark Solicitors We would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy New…

Spall Clark Solicitors Serving Clients and the Local Community for 5 Years   In September 2024 we celebrated our 5th birthday. Where it all began…

We are delighted to announce our upcoming art exhibition in support of Congleton Dementia Friends. Congleton Dementia Friends are part of Congleton Partnership’s Senior Forum…

Spall Clark Solicitors Sponsors Local Tennis Club Tournament The Tournament We were delighted to attend and sponsor the Congleton Lawn Tennis Club’s Town Mayor’s Tournament…

What is a Will Trust? A Will trust is a legal arrangement created as part of a person’s Will. It can be thought of as…

Instructions in Health and Welfare Lasting Powers of Attorney A Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney allows attorneys to make decisions relating to such…

Why is it important for unmarried partners to have Wills? There is a common misconception that unmarried partners have the same rights to inherit from…

Paul Clark chairs the cross-border roundtable event on behalf of the Law Society Private Client Solicitors Section Advisory Committee In February 2024, legal experts from…

Spall Clark Solicitors is delighted to announce the recent addition of Private Client Solicitor, Natasha Yelland to its specialist team. Natasha advises clients on Wills,…

Congleton Solicitor Sarah Bushell retires Today was Sarah Bushell’s last day at Spall Clark Solicitors and her last day working as a solicitor. Sarah qualified…

Join our team at Spall Clark Solicitors We are looking to recruit a Private Client Solicitor to join our non-contentious private client team to advise…

Merry Christmas and a happy New Year from Spall Clark Solicitors We would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New…

Spall Clark Solicitors hosts its second art exhibition in support of Congleton charity   The new exhibition Spall Clark Solicitors is hosting a new art…

When should I start thinking about Inheritance Tax? When reviewing your financial plans and when making a Will, it is important to consider your Inheritance…

Changes to the amount a spouse inherits when someone dies without a Will Spouses inheritance increased by £52,000 The amount inherited by a surviving spouse…

Spall Clark Solicitors hosts exhibition for local artists in support of Beartown Rickshaw   The Artists Local artist Anita van Zyl has teamed up with…

Do I need a Will? What is a Will and why do I need one? A Will is a document you sign to choose what…

A five step guide: what to do if you have received a diagnosis of dementia Receiving a diagnosis of Dementia Receiving a diagnosis of dementia…

Merry Christmas and a happy New Year from Spall Clark Solicitors We would like to wish you all a merry Christmas and a health and…

Specialist Private Client Solicitor Sarah Bushell joins the team at Spall Clark Solicitors Expertise In October, Congleton based law firm Spall Clark Solicitors welcomed Sarah…

Spall Clark Solicitors is expanding – new job vacancy We are very pleased to announce that due to a continued period of growth, we are…

Merry Christmas and a happy New Year from Spall Clark Solicitors   Our Christmas and New Year opening times The team at Spall Clark Solicitors…

Cheshire Solicitors donate a portion of its profits to local animal charity to help rehome the rescue bunnies in their care.

Our Managing Director and Solicitor Paul Clark answers some of the most frequently asked questions regarding Wills and Probate.

New arrival – Litigation expert Simon Heapy joins Spall Clark Solicitors We are delighted to announce that Macclesfield based solicitor Simon Heapy has joined Spall…

We have donated a bunny themed hamper to Rabbit Rescue North West to support their Easter Raffle taking place on Sunday. It is a charity…

Christmas and New Year 2020 Our Christmas and New Year opening times The team at Spall Clark Solicitors will be taking a short break over…

Spall Clark Solicitors is delighted to be one of the local law firms taking park in the East Cheshire Hospice Will Week between 5th and…

To show our appreciation for the hard work and dedication of key workers throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, we are offering key workers either a free…

Our managing director Paul Clark and his wife Becky Spall are helping Sandbach Round Table and Sandbach Ladies Circle with their community food collection in…

There are three main types of power of attorney: General Power of Attorney, Enduring Power of Attorney and Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). This article…

The Chronicle Series (Alsager, Biddulph, Congleton and Sandbach) featured Paul Clark discussing the launch of Spall Clark Solicitors

Spall Clark is committed to supporting local charities and the community they serve.

Paul Clark accompanied Law Society Deputy Vice President Stephanie Boyce on a tour of law firms in South Cheshire before hosting South Cheshire Law Society’s…