Marcia Petcher

Legal Executive

Marcia Petcher, FCILEx, TEP is a highly skilled and experienced member of the Wills and Probate Department at Smalleys. Marcia’s journey with the firm began in 2002 when she joined as a work experience student, and her dedication and passion for her work led her to qualify as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (FCILEx) in 2011. As a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), Marcia brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role.

Marcia provides comprehensive advice on a wide range of matters, including drafting Wills, severing joint tenancies on property, obtaining grants of probate or letters of administration, and administering estates. She is dedicated to helping clients through the often difficult area of probate, ensuring that the process is as smooth and stress-free as possible. Marcia’s expertise also extends to transferring property, advising on powers of attorney, handling court of protection work, and drafting deeds of trust and deeds of variation. She takes great care to create Wills that reflect her clients’ wishes while also being tax efficient, providing peace of mind and financial security for the future.

Known for her sympathetic and understanding nature, Marcia is deeply committed to supporting her clients during challenging times. She takes pride in meeting with clients and values the trust they place in her, often seeing them return time and again due to the high standard of service she and her team provide. Marcia’s personal approach, combined with her professional expertise, ensures that clients feel heard and supported.

Marcia believes that her good attention to detail and prompt handling of matters set her apart from the competition. She is dedicated to delivering a high-quality service, ensuring that every aspect of her work is meticulously managed and tailored to meet her clients’ needs.

Outside of work, Marcia enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, staying active at the gym, exploring the countryside on long walks, and planning her next holiday adventures.

Marcia Petcher exemplifies the qualities of a dedicated and knowledgeable legal professional. Her extensive expertise in Wills and Probate, coupled with her commitment to her clients and a personal touch, make her an invaluable member of the Smalleys team.

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Deborah R.
1 week ago
Excellent and professional service .Marcia and Katie really put us at ease left us without any worries .kind regards mr and mrs Hatton
Pip F.
1 week ago
We have been very pleased with the advice and guidance my husband and I were given by Deanne when we approached Smalleys to make our Wills and we have no hesitation in recommending the company.
chris T.
2 weeks ago
Ive dealt with Smalley's quite a few times now, namely a very polite and sociable lady who I think is Dione. An absolute diamond, very professional, very knowledgeable and a very pleasant person I must say . Should the occasion ever arise again I would most definitely use the services of Smalley's solicitors.
Nicola C.
2 weeks ago
I can’t thank Louise Mangham, France’s Matthew’s enough. They’ve been absolutely amazing professional friendly and extremely helpful. Being a first time buyer and having no clue they guided me firm start to finish with ease and comfort. I’ve heard horror stories and it seems to be such a stressful process to go through. These guys made it effortless for me with no stress at all. Being busy all the time these ladies stayed professional and very patient throughout. I would highly recommend and I will 100% be using your services again in the future. Keep up the great work guys and thanks again
Lorraine S.
2 weeks ago
I was dreading dealing with my mum’s probate application, and then I met Deanne and Lynne. They were amazing. Nothing too much trouble and took the time to explain the whole process. I cannot thank them enough, the empathy and kindness shown towards me throughout made a difficult situation easy to go through. I was given a price for the works and even though there were extra calls the final price did not change. I would recommend Smalleys to anyone without any hesitation, they are so easy to talk to, you feel as if you are having a conversation with a friend. Thank you both, you did my mum proud and got me through it. Lorraine
Tony de V.
4 weeks ago
As always with Smalleys, outstanding, professional, friendly, efficient and courteous service. Cannot fault them in any way.

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