Emma Baker is a private client solicitor and can be contacted on 01843 269279.

Emma is an approachable and empathetic solicitor. She understands that many of her clients are navigating emotionally challenging circumstances and is committed to providing clear, supportive guidance at every stage. Emma places particular emphasis on treating every client with equal importance, aiming to deliver tailored solutions with sensitivity and care.

Emma advises on and prepares all types of Wills, as well as Lasting Powers of Attorney, including their registration. She also undertakes the administration of estates, whether taxable or non-taxable, and supports clients who have lost capacity by managing their affairs, acting under powers of attorney.

Emma’s areas of specialism include:

• Complex Wills, Will Trusts, and tax planning advice
• Lifetime Discretionary Trusts and disabled person trusts
• Advice for elderly and vulnerable clients, including issues surrounding mental capacity, care home fees, deputyship applications, and matters involving the Court of Protection

Emma is a full member of the Society for Trusts and Estate Practitioners (STEP) since 2018 and is an Accredited Lifetime Lawyer making her well qualified to advise on the law relating to vulnerable and older people.

Emma has lived in East Kent for most of her life. She spent 6 years in the North of England at university and Law School. She returned to East Kent in 1997 for her training contract which she did with Boys and Maughan. Following roles with other local firms, she rejoined Boys & Maughan in 2025 to help lead the private client team.

Away from the office Emma begrudgingly attends exercise classes, but she really enjoys walking in the countryside and writing the novel she has been promising everyone for years.