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Burke and Clarke are a firm of Will writers, based in Heald Green. David Burke and Steven Clarke have over 65 years of combined legal experience between them.
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David Peter Burke LLB
After David completed his school education, he attended Sheffield University and obtained his law degree and then moved to the College of Law of Guildford.
Having completed his articles with one of Manchester’s leading firms, David qualified as a solicitor in 1977. He quickly established himself as a well known and respectable solicitor in the Greater Manchester area, specialising in a number of legal subjects including matrimonial, conveyancing and probate matters. David has also lectured nationwide on Matrimonial conveyancing
David has a very loyal and extensive client base and he is also the executor and co-executor of many Wills, thanks to the trust he has built up over the years with his many clients.
Outside of the law, David has always been passionate about sports, in particular football and rugby, both as a participant and spectator. He can often be found trying to live up to his boast that he is a "finely tuned athlete".
David has always prided himself on his client care and his professional conduct and integrity.
Education:
1971-1974: Sheffield University - Obtained 2.1 LLB, 1st in Company Law and Criminal Law
1974 - 1975: Guildford College of Law - Part 2 Distinction in Accounts and Company Law
Experience:
April 2009 - To Date: Burke and Clarke. David is a consultant (non-practising) to Steven Clarke.
March 2009 - Sept 2009: Mainman Solicitors - Consultant
2006 - 2009 (Feb): Wolstenholmes LLP - Consultant
1988 - July 2006: Wolstenholmes Solicitors - Partner
Conveyancing - domestic & commercial, including small plot developments
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Headed Family Law Dept from 2002-2007
Franchise representative with Legal Services Commission until 2007 when contract relinquished
Money Laundering Officer Complaints Partner
Responsible for training trainee solicitors.
David also lectures in Matrimonial Conveyancing on behalf of BPP.
Throughout his career, until 2002, undertook most aspects of law - criminal (mostly serious crime - fraud, murder, armed raids), personal injury and general litigation.
1981 - 1988: John C Dwyer, Ashton under Lyne - Partner
Conveyancing, including small plot developments
General Litigation
Wills
Personal Injury
Criminal Law
Matrimonial work.
1977 - 1981: Slater Heelis, Manchester - Assistant Solicitor
Conveyancing
General Litigation
Wills
Personal Injury
Criminal Law
Matrimonial work.
1975 - 1977: Slater Heelis - Articles
Conveyancing
Basic Criminal Work
Wills & Probate
Matrimonial.
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Steven Clarke LLB
Steven Clarke is something of a local boy. Having been educated at William Hulme Grammar School, Steven proceeded to Manchester University where he achieved his Law Degree (with Honours).
After serving his articles with the well known Manchester firm, Steven embarked on a successful and lengthy legal career, establishing himself as a well known and well respected solicitor in the South Manchester and Stockport area.
Over the years he has accumulated a very substantial private client basis and nowadays specialises in matter such as Wills, probate, Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection and advising the elderly.
Away from work, Steven likes to spend time with his family. His big passions are Manchester United, horse racing and racket sports.
In his professional life, Steven has established a reputation for being extremely approachable and always gives a most warm welcome to old and new clients.
Education:
1968-1970: Manchester University LLB Hons
1970 - 1970: Law Society Part II Passes with Honours
Experience:
April 2009 – To Date: Burke & Clarke
March 2009 - Sept 2009: Mainman Solicitors - Consultant
2006 - 2009 (Feb): Wolstenholmes LLP - Consultant
1974 - July 2006: Wolstenholmes Solicitors (Formerly O'Collier Littler and Kilbeg) – Partner
Wills
Trusts
Probate
Private and Commercial Conveyancing.
1972 - 1974: Assistant Solicitor O'Collier Littler and Kilbeg Wills
Trusts
Probate
Private and Commercial Conveyancing.
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Company Information:
VAT Registration Number: 977343088
Trading Address: 258B Finney Lane, Heald Green, Stockport, Cheshire, SK8 3QD
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Other Consultancy Services
Will Writing
Islamic Wills
Court of Protection
Power of Attorney
Declaration of Trust
Probate
Inheritance Tax
Advising the Elderly
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