Founded in 2012, JE Bennett Law is a successful and expanding business that retains its family ownership and values. The founder Jane Bennett has over 25 years’ experience as a private client lawyer, specialising in the law regarding vulnerable clients for the last 15 of those years. Prior to founding JE Bennett Law, Jane was a partner at two law firms in London.
Jane is passionate about helping the vulnerable and made the decision to start her own practice to have the freedom to focus on just that. Specifically, she wanted to run a firm which could concentrate on the needs of the client, and have the freedom to grow that practice without the burden of expensive overheads. Today The JE Bennett Law team exceeds 35 staff, with 8 partners and more than 300 professional deputyship clients.
The team shares Jane’s passion and pride themselves on offering clients value and a truly personal service.
Our Business
The firm’s core business is about helping private clients on matters regarding the Court of Protection; trusts for the vulnerable, and powers of attorney. Jane’s particular specialism is in acting as an expert witness in high value and catastrophic personal injury litigation claims regarding the role and costs associated with a professional deputy and related issues.
The firm acts for those who due to events in their lives/personal trauma, are limited in their ability to manage their own financial and health/care needs. We also advise their family members, who are often going through an extremely stressful time as a result of trying to fight for their loved one’s rights. This requires considerable expertise, empathy, and commitment to what is a growing and ever more complex practice area.
Our Ethos
JE Bennett has a straightforward business ethos… the clients come first. The firm has a hardworking team ethic and is completely committed to providing a bespoke, holistic, caring, excellent and efficient personal service.
Family Run, Friendly and Professional
JE Bennett Law is a family run firm that prides itself on its friendliness, openness and empathetic approach. We are also really passionate about providing the best possible service for our clients. This means keeping a tight rein on spending and budget adherence to ensure very careful handling of our clients’ matters.
What Our Clients’ Say
The Legal 500 Editorial Testimonials 2021
'Highly professional service at a fair price. An experienced and user-friendly team'
Legal 500 Editorial Testimonial 2021 – The JE Bennett Law Team
'A very strong team ethic as the practice has developed over the last few years. Jane Bennett is a leading industry figure, with a strong business acumen built upon excellent client care. Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby is a rising star of the team'
Legal 500 Editorial Testimonial 2021 – Jane Bennett
'Jane Bennett is always prompt and deals with instructions efficiently. She is helpful and approachable. I value her professionalism and turnaround times in cases where things can be a bit last minute. Jane always delivers for us.'
Legal 500 Editorial Testimonial 2021 – Richard Shearing
'Richard is very practically involved with his clients. He is highly respected by clients and professionals alike. Richard is very approachable and is obviously highly skilled and knowledgeable'
Legal 500 Editorial Testimonial 2021 – Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby
'Lorna is infectiously passionate about promoting independence and is happy to think outside the box in ensuring her clients have access to the necessary support and rehabilitation services. Her approach is one of someone highly skilled in her field. Lorna remains professional at all times and nothing seems too much'
Harry Trusted, Barrister
Jemma (Cahan) is a first-class solicitor who can be relied upon to do her very best for those she represents.
Sebastian Dunn
I would like to thank Jane Bennett for the expert help I received from her in a delicate matter surrounding Lasting Power of Attorney and the loss of capacity of a family member. Jane was able to draw on a wealth of specialist knowledge and experience both to guide me and, when needed, to act decisively. At each stage of the process, I have felt listened to, supported and treated with the upmost professionalism and warmth, not only by Jane but by all those I encountered at Jane Bennett Law.
Paul Herbert, Private Client
"Thank you for all the work you have done for me over the years"
David White, Private Client
"Sought the assistance of J E Bennett Law when seeking a Deputy Application, followed by a Second Trustee Application. The, advice service and support I received throughout was exceptionally impressive, leaving me reassured and confident that all was being done to expedite the applications and bring the matters to a timely and successful conclusion. No question or concern was too small for my solicitor Lorna who was always considerate and genuinely supportive. I would highly recommend J E Bennett Solicitors, especially Lorna. I will be looking to use their services again in the future."
Eridge House, 1 Linden Close, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 8HH
JE Bennett Law is a Limited company incorporated in England and Wales (No.7875908), and is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (No.565975). VAT No. 137814893