Stamp Collector

Estate Planning for Philatelists

Stamp Collector caught-up with Stephanie Bradley of Yorkshire-based legal firm Ramsdens Solicitors to find out how she became involved in the philatelic market and how she helps stamp collectors with specialised collector wills. Stephanie is an associate at Ramsdens, who has worked for the law firm for nearly 20 years, specialising in wills, probate, estates and related legal work. Stephanie is a regular at York Stamp Fair and other philatelic events throughout the year.

How did you become involved in looking after collectors and collector wills?

I have worked at Ramsdens Solicitors for 19 years and worked alongside the late Mike Roberts, who was a keen and very experienced philatelist. Mike spotted a gap in the market for collectors many years ago and with his

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