Biography
I am a Private Client Solicitor within Irwin Mitchell’s Tier 1 Legal 500 Lifestyle and Estate Planning team, and an Affiliate Member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
I provide bespoke legal advice to individuals, families, and businesses across Irwin Mitchell’s offices in Chichester and Southampton. My practice is dedicated to delivering exceptional client care, and my approach is characterised by meticulous attention to detail, strategic thinking, and a client-centric focus.
Areas of Expertise:
- Estate Planning: I am adept at offering strategic advice on Wills, Trusts, Inheritance Tax and other tax matters
- Estate Administration: I am proficient in managing deceased's estates with precision and empathy, from the point of instruction, through to final estate distribution
- Later Life Planning: I specialise in a wide array of issues affecting the elderly and vulnerable individuals, including Lasting Powers of Attorney, Advanced Directives, and care planning
What do you do away from the office?
Away from the office, my personal interests generally encompass a love for sport, both participating and spectating. Running, surfing and stand up paddleboarding are huge passions of mine, but I am also an ardent badminton and tennis player. Outside of extra-curricular activities I love to spend time with my friends and family at home on the Isle of Wight.
Testimonials
"Good communication. Excellent knowledge. Price as quoted. Friendly and made to feel at ease. Would recommend and use again." - Mr C, client (August 2024)
"Tom Couch was welcoming, listened to what we needed, and guided through with his knowledge and what we needed to do. He kept us well informed along the process as we went along. Would highly recommend him." - Mr M and Mrs M, clients (June 2024)
"Tom was very helpful and understanding of my requirements and my disability." - Mrs M, client (June 2024)
