John Dickinson - Wills & Trusts

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John approaches his cases as if they are a logic puzzle, which means he covers all the issues in a manner that a lay client can follow. He is one of the safest pair of hands on the circuit.”

John is very thorough, and can marshal complex facts to provide clear legal advice. He is efficient and good with clients.”

John is notable for handling commercial cases and property disputes, as well as contentious probate matters and Court of Protection cases. He provides a fantastic level of service and is technically very strong. ‘John is a details man. He is approachable and a safe pair of hands. His advice is meticulous and well structured.’ ‘He is extremely good on detail and on figures. He is advises as a barrister but he also has very good grounding in accounting and trusts matters. He picks up every single detail.’ ”

John provides technical advice in such a down-to-earth way that even the trickiest cases can be dealt with smoothly.’ ‘He deals with complex factual and legal matters with close attention to deal, immense patience and good humour.’ ‘John is extremely easy to talk to and provides high-quality, well-structured advice.’ “

John’s attention to detail is second to none. He is forensically superb – he can unpick a case extremely well. He’s extremely knowledgeable and has an excellent grasp of complex matters.”

John is a calm and measured advocate, who is always very thorough, precise and clear in his written advice. Nothing is too complex for him to disentangle.”

John tends to get the very complicated cases. He was once a chartered accountant and has an extraordinarily good head for figures. He provides technical advice in such a down-to-earth way that even the trickiest cases can be dealt with smoothly. Clients are regularly impressed with the depth of his advice.”

John is a former accountant, and an instructing solicitor considers him to be ‘very good with finance,’ while another interviewee says that ‘he is forensically superb, he can unpick a case extremely well.’ Dickinson advises clients on commercial matters, as well as contentious trusts and probate cases. ‘He is extremely knowledgeable and has an excellent grasp of complex matters and is very responsive to clients’ needs,’ says an interviewee, who continues: ‘He is extremely good on details – no matter how many boxes or lever-arch files you throw at him, he can cut through and give you a summary. His bedside manner is excellent. He provides sound and practical advice. He is a good advocate, his style is quiet and understated.’ ”

Has great attention to detail and gives clear, pragmatic advice.”

He is very good at getting into the detail. John knows his law, is thorough and will go the extra mile to help. ‘He can weave his previous experience as an accountant into his legal advice.’ “