Chris Claxton-Shirley

Senior Associate, Wills, Trusts, Tax and Probate

Chris Claxton-Shirley, later life planning specialist in Cambridge

How can I help you?

I am a senior associate solicitor in the private client team here at Tees. I can assist with a range of issues including:

  • Creation and Administration of Trusts
  • Estate & Tax Planning
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Probate
  • Registration of Enduring Powers of Attorney
  • Wills

In addition to the above, I am part of our specialist Court of Protection team and I am able to advise on and assist with applications to the Court of Protection. 

Delivering what you really need

Many of us do not like to think about what might happen later in life or the challenges we may face. I will work with you to identify your needs and objectives, pre-empting the issues which may arise and provide you with clear advice about the best way to proceed. 

I will keep you regularly updated on progress relating to all stages of your matter and will do everything I can to achieve a successful outcome for you in a personalised, fast and friendly manner. 

I can draw on the specialist expertise of my colleagues should you require assistance with contested probate, family matters or assistance with residential property. 

What else should you know?

I am a committee member of the Law Society’s Private Client Solicitors section. The Law Society is the body that represents solicitors, and being a member of this committee allows me to steer the future strategy of the section and offer support to my colleagues across the country.

I am a scrutiniser for the  Chartered Institute of Legal Executives for their examination material relevant to Private Client law.

I studied French and Spanish at King’s College London before joining Tees in September 2016 and completing the Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal Practice course in 2018. I have a Masters in Professional Legal Practice. I have completed a diploma in trusts and estates (awarded with distinction) through the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP). STEP members are internationally recognised as experts in their fields. 


Tees are here to help

We have many specialist lawyers who are based in:

CambridgeshireCambridge
EssexBrentwoodChelmsford, and Saffron Walden
HertfordshireBishop's Stortford and Royston

But we can help you wherever you are in England and Wales.

Testimonials

Legal 500 UK 2025

East Anglia - Cambridge

I have worked with Chris Claxton-Shirley on two matters recently. He has been very good at treading a careful line in a complex estate matter. He has always been easy to reach and to discuss the various legal aspects of the case with.

Legal 500 UK 2025

East Anglia - Cambridge

I have dealt with Chris Claxton-Shirley over nearly a three-year period. He has shown me kindness, empathy and support during a very traumatic period. He has guided me through the process of probate and Wills. He was always happy to explain and re explain the process, showing very good communication skills. I would definitely work with Chris again should the need arise.

Legal 500 UK 2025

East Anglia - Cambridge

I have appreciated the prompt, personal service and clear explanations that Chris Claxton-Shirley has provided at each step of the process of handling my parents' estates.

Legal 500 UK 2025

East Anglia - Cambridge

Chris Claxton-Shirley is wonderfully well-mannered, has a sharp intellect, incisive and very sensible about what and what is not relevant. Very quick at getting back to you.

Legal 500 UK 2024

Cambridge

Christopher Claxton-Shirley and Sharon Chan have both been excellent.

Legal 500 UK 2023

'Chris Claxton-Shirley stands out in my mind, he is an excellent member of the Tees Law team. He is incredibly easy to get along with and I felt incredibly comfortable talking to him about my personal matters'
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