Hot on the heels of Areesha Amin, we are delighted to announce that our colleague, Ines Fontes, has also qualified as a solicitor. Ines, who specialises in Private Client work, is based at our Swindon office.
She graduated in International Law from Nottingham Trent University in 2020, returning the following year to complete the Legal Practice Course (LPC).
Her legal career began as a probate fee earner in Derby, where she gained valuable experience handling estates of all complexities. Ines joined BLB Solicitors earlier this year, completing her training contract and the Professional Skills Course – the final steps to qualifying as a solicitor.
Jenny Greenland, Head of the Private Client Team at BLB Solicitors, said:
“We are absolutely thrilled for Ines. Qualifying as a solicitor is a fantastic achievement and testament to her commitment and professionalism. Ines has already shown herself to be a highly capable and approachable member of the team, and we are very much looking forward to supporting her as she continues to develop her career with us.”
Known for her positive ‘can do’ attitude and focus on client care, Ines brings energy and reassurance to those she advises. She works across a broad range of private client matters, including Wills, Inheritance Tax Planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate and Estate Administration, and Trust Administration.
Outside of work, Ines enjoys spending time with family and friends, travelling to new places, and attending music festivals whenever she can.