Oct 2, 2025
Understanding the Upcoming Lasting Power of Attorney Fee Increases
Walker Foster discusses the upcoming changes to lasting power of attorney (LPA) registration fees. Find out more and set up an LPA today.
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Katie Ingham
Director and Head of Private Client
Katie joined Walker Foster as a Solicitor in the Private Client team in February 2022. She qualified as a Solicitor in 2009 after studying Geography at Manchester University, before completing the Graduate Diploma in Law at Manchester Met. In 2018, Katie joined the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
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Katie InghamDirector and Head of Private ClientKatie advises on all aspects of Private Client Law, including; Will drafting, inheritance tax planning, estate administration, trust creation and administration, Powers of Attorney and Deputyship applications.
On 1st May 2023, Katie was appointed Head of Private Clients. She is full time and committed to the growth and development of that department whilst leading her team.
Out of the office, Katie can be found walking in the Dales, enjoying live music, skiing and combining her love of fitness and music with Clubbercise classes.
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Articles by Katie Ingham
Aug 22, 2025
What Is an Executor of a Will?
When someone dies, everything they own - known as their estate - must be carefully managed and distributed in accordance with their wishes as set out in their will. This process involves not only passing assets to the chosen beneficiaries but also handling debts, taxes and legal formalities along the way. For many, this can be a daunting and emotional task, especially during a time of grief.
Aug 22, 2025
How do I Create a Power of Attorney? (UK)
Powers of Attorney (PoA) and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) provide peace of mind that, should you become unable to make decisions yourself, a trusted person you have chosen will act on your behalf. They will be able to manage your affairs in line with your wishes, ensuring important matters are handled with care and responsibility.
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Oct 16, 2026
Can Someone Contest a Will if They Are Not in it?
Many people assume that only someone named in a Will can challenge it. In reality, a person does not always need to be included as a beneficiary to contest a Will. In certain circumstances, someone who has been left out may still have legal standing to bring a claim.
Jul 21, 2026
Understanding Warranties and Indemnities in Business Sales
When buying or selling a business, the sale documentation must clearly set out who is responsible if something later goes wrong. Two of the most important protections in a business sale are warranties and indemnities.
Jul 17, 2026
Who Can Witness a Power of Attorney Signature?
The requirement to be physically present is absolute. A signature cannot be witnessed online via a video call like Zoom or FaceTime, or even through a window.
Jul 17, 2026
Who Has Power of Attorney After Death if There is No Will?
A power of attorney does not continue after death. When the donor dies, the authority granted to the attorney ends immediately. There is no grace period, and the attorney stops acting from the point of the donor’s death.
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Rachel HansonSenior Wills and Probate Executive
Kelly GillSenior Solicitor
Katie HindmarshSenior Solicitor
Lee KirbySenior Solicitor
Sarah RichardsonWills and Probate Executive
Alex RichardsonPrivate Client Solicitor
Cay SchofieldSolicitor
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