
Katie joined the dispute resolution team at Morrisons in 2020. Since qualifying, Katie has gained broad experience in her area and has been successful in pursuing and defending claims both through and outside of the Courts. Katie’s practice involves complex contentious trusts and probate disputes as well as contentious Court of Protection matters.
Katie is a specialist in disputes surrounding the validity of wills, the administration of deceased estates, breach of trust, family property arrangements, the removal of executors/trustees. Katie also brings and defends claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. She represents clients in contentious applications to the Court of Protection involving statutory wills, deputyships and those involving the conduct of attorneys including financial abuse. Katie has a passion for disputes involving vulnerable individuals and understands the complex family relationships that revolve around such issues.
Katie is a skilled communicator and is able to focus on the key issues. She is adept at finding sensible and creative solutions to legal issues.
Katie has been noted in the Legal 500 for her work in this area. Katie is a Member of the Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Solicitors (ACTAPS)
Something you may not know
Katie is a keen gardener and has an allotment that she enjoys looking after with her young family.
Testimonials
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1 5 5It was a pleasure to deal with [Julie] She responded quickly and clearly each time we had a question or were completing required information.Residential Conveyancing Client, Wimbledon
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1 5 5Very pleased with the way our needs were met by Katherine Purton... very helpful especially in this difficult time of COVIDWills, Trusts and Estate Administration Client, Wimbledon
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1 5 5Very happy with the service, very speedy responses and overall outcome. Thank you!Residential Conveyancing Client, Wimbledon
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1 5 5Julie...has shown good judgment and a cool head and perseverance in getting the job done. I have no hesitation in recommending her.Residential Conveyancing Client, Wimbledon
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1 5 5Julie ... made the process of selling my house very easy, especially as I don't reside in the UK. I would highly recommend your company.Residential Conveyancing Client, Wimbledon
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1 5 5Julie was very helpful, committed and efficient regarding the sale of our property.Residential Conveyancing Client, Wimbledon
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1 4 5One of the most understanding and sensible Solicitors we have used and we would highly recommend them.Corporate and Commercial Client, Wimbledon
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1 5 5Gaia...was excellent & guided us through all the additional difficulties of selling our property during lockdown clearly & pragmatically.Residential Conveyancing Client, Wimbledon
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1 5 5On the strength of our experience so far, we would have no hesitation in recommending your services.Wills, Trusts and Estate Administration Client, Wimbledon
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1 5 5Debbie Carpenter efficiently guided the whole process and swiftly responded to any queries. Debbie was the only one to be on top of the process!Residential Conveyancing , Wimbledon
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1 5 5It was a joy to work with Luke Corby-Owen, he made the process of selling and buying our house as stress free and painless as possibleResidential Conveyancing Client, Teddington
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1 5 5Marie successfully defended me from a false claim brought by a difficult complainant. Thanks for being responsive and grasping the matter quic...Dispute Resolution Client, Wimbledon