Zena Parker

Zena joined Buchanan & Co in 2023 and is a Private Client Lawyer, in addition to acting as one of the Estate Planners within the firm.

She started her legal career in 2000 with a large, well known Sheffield firm and has gained valuable experience working at several firms over the years.

She is an Associate member of STEP and has the following accreditation:

STEP Certificate in Trusts and Estates (E & W)
Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation (E & W)
Advanced Certificate in Administration of Estates (E & W)

I have used Buchanan & Co to finalise my divorce, they are very helpful & professional. I must make a special mention about Julia Gibbons, who has provided me with expert help & has always been on hand to answer any questions I had. I can't recommend Buchanans enough!
Tom P

Supporting Charities

We speak the same language as the charities we represent and we understand how crucial our advice is to our clients. Buchanan & Co are in the top 10% supporting Solicitors in the country and not only can offer the CRUK FREE Will service, but also a ‘grant’ towards the cost of preparing Lasting Powers of Attorneys, all courtesy of CRUK. To get more details, contact us via our enquiry page

In 2023 there were 122 contested probate cases, up from 116 cases in 2022, according to the Ministry of Justice Family Court Statistics.

Philip Collins, Partner at Winckworth Sherwood, said that it “isn’t at all surprising” that there has been a rise in contested probate claims. He said: “We know that significant amounts of wealth, often tied up in property, is currently being passed down to younger generations. Inherited wealth is becoming increasingly important and can often […]