RLK Solicitors Celebrates Sophie Fairhurst’s Qualification as a Solicitor

10th Sep 2026
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Sophie joins the RLK Solicitors Family Department

RLK Solicitors is delighted to announce that Sophie Fairhurst has qualified as a Solicitor, marking an important milestone in her legal career and reflecting the firm’s commitment to developing and investing in its people.

Sophie joined RLK Solicitors in December 2023 as a Paralegal and has since progressed through the firm, gaining valuable experience across different areas of law before qualifying as a Solicitor in 2026.

Now a member of RLK’s Estate Planning team, Sophie works alongside Surinderpal Singh, supporting individuals, families and business owners with protecting their assets, planning for the future and ensuring their wishes are properly reflected in their legal arrangements.

Her work includes preparing Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Trusts and assisting with Probate and wider estate planning matters.

Estate planning often involves sensitive personal and financial circumstances. Sophie takes a practical, considered approach, helping clients understand their options and make informed decisions about their future and the people who matter most to them.

Building Experience Across the Firm

Before joining the Estate Planning team, Sophie gained experience in RLK’s Insurance Litigation department, working on complex disputes and negotiations.

This background has provided a strong foundation in legal analysis, attention to detail and client care, skills she now brings to her estate planning work.

Her progression also demonstrates the opportunities available to individuals who develop their careers within RLK, gaining experience across different practice areas while building specialist expertise.

Investing in Future Legal Talent

Sophie’s qualification reflects RLK’s wider commitment to nurturing talent and supporting long-term career development through the RLK Academy.

The Academy forms part of the firm’s approach to investing in its people, encouraging professional development, practical learning and progression at every stage of a legal career.

By developing talent from within, RLK aims to build a team that combines technical expertise with a strong understanding of the firm’s clients, values and approach to legal services.

Sophie’s journey from Paralegal to qualified Solicitor is a clear example of that commitment in practice.

Looking Ahead

Sophie’s qualification comes as RLK continues to develop its Estate Planning offering, providing specialist advice to individuals, families and business owners navigating increasingly complex personal, financial and succession planning decisions.

Working alongside Surinderpal Singh, Sophie will continue to support clients across a broad range of estate planning matters, helping them protect what matters most and plan confidently for the future.

Congratulations to Sophie on this well-deserved achievement and the next stage of her career at RLK Solicitors.

To find out more about how our Estate Planning team can support you, contact RLK Solicitors.

This article does not present a complete or comprehensive statement of the law, nor does it constitute legal advice. It is intended only to provide information on issues that may be of interest. Specialist legal advice should always be sought in any particular case.
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