I am the Managing Partner of the firm and Head of Wills, Trusts and Probate.After reading law at the University of Bristol I began my career with a well established Bristol firm.  From the beginning of my career I conducted a mixed practice including criminal defence, civil litigation, complaints against the police and property sales but focused my training on the area of Wills, Trusts, Probate and associated matters.  I now practise solely in the field of Wills, Trusts, Probate and matters concerning the vulnerable.In 2008 I moved closer to home to take a position at Rubin Lewis O’Brien, becoming a partner of this firm in 2011.In 2022 I became managing partner with responsibility for the financial and strategic management of the firm.I pride myself in giving honest, clear advice – without legal jargon or waffle.  Speaking to a solicitor about personal matters can be a daunting prospect; I take a relaxed, professional approach to working with my clients to achieve their objectives.Some facts about me:Since 2011 I have been a Full Member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners(STEP), a worldwide organisation of experts in the field of Wills and Trusts and one of only very few solicitors in the area to hold this qualification.I have been recognised by the national learning disability charity Mencap as having expertise in assisting families with wills, trusts and matters concerning the affairs of those with learning disabilities and mental capacity issues.  Mencap refer clients to me in the knowledge that I will give not only the required legal advice but also the support and guidance to put it into action.  I am privileged to be invited regularly to give specialist seminars on planning for the future for the Mencap Wills and Trusts service.I deliver legal workshops for Carers Wales, the Welsh arm of national charity Carers UK.As a speaker, I am regularly invited to give presentations to both formal and informal groups and forums in the area – and I have to say; I thoroughly enjoy doing so!On a more personal note, I grew up in Pontypool and attended West Mon School.  I now live in Griffithstown with my wife and son.   My wife informs me that I am a keen gardener and DIY enthusiast, but I am yet to be convinced!