Celebrating Lara’s Achievement: Full STEP Membership

We are delighted to share some fantastic news from the Private Client team at Aston Bond. Lara has officially become a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)—a significant and highly respected milestone within the profession.

A Prestigious Accomplishment

STEP is the leading global body for professionals in trusts, estates, and private client matters. Full membership is widely recognised as a mark of technical excellence, rigorous training, and a deep commitment to the highest professional standards.

By completing the STEP Diploma in Trusts and Estates (England and Wales), Lara has demonstrated not only mastery of complex legal and tax matters but also her dedication to ongoing professional development.

What This Means for Lara

This accomplishment reflects Lara’s drive to continually expand her knowledge in an ever-evolving area of law. Achieving full STEP membership is a testament to her hard work, expertise, and passion for providing exceptional legal support to individuals and families.

What This Means for Aston Bond

At Aston Bond, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, forward-thinking legal services. Lara’s qualification strengthens our Private Client department even further, enhancing our ability to advise on:

• Wills and inheritance planning
• Trust creation and administration
• Estate administration
• Complex family wealth structures
• Cross-border issues

Her STEP accreditation reinforces our commitment to excellence and reflects the ongoing investment we make in our people.

What This Means for Our Clients

For clients, Lara’s full STEP membership offers added reassurance that they are receiving advice from a highly skilled, accredited specialist. The qualification ensures that Lara is equipped with the most up-to-date knowledge in the field, enabling her to deliver clear, reliable, and strategically sound guidance.

Clients can expect:

• Enhanced technical expertise
• Improved efficiency and accuracy
• A deeper understanding of complex estate and tax matters
• Continued professionalism and empathy in every engagement

Join Us in Congratulating Lara

We are incredibly proud of Lara’s achievement and look forward to seeing her continue to flourish in her role. Please join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved milestone.

Congratulations, Lara—from all of us at Aston Bond.