Riah is a Senior Associate at Thomas Mansfield Solicitors.
Riah’s work involves resolving disputes involving wills, probate, and trusts. She advises executors, trustees and beneficiaries on contentious private client and probate matters. These cases often involve delicate family dynamics and Riah applies a sensitive and informed approach, considering the personal and often complex nature of these matters.
Riah takes care to understand a client’s objectives before deciding whether the interest of the client is best served through litigation in the Courts or through alternative dispute resolution techniques such as mediation. Her approach is to resolve disputes pragmatically and at an early stage wherever possible.
Riah is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients and her approach to dispute resolution is proactive, strategic, and client-focused, ensuring every client receives personalised attention and expert legal advice.
Riah graduated with LLB (Hons) law degree from City, University of London and completed her Legal Practice Course with a Masters in Law at the University of Law. Riah qualified as a Chartered Legal Executive in 2018 and cross qualified as a solicitor in April 2019.
Riah was previously a senior litigation solicitor with one of the UK’s leading insurer, representing them and their clients (companies, partnerships and individuals) on high value and complex disputes with individuals and or a larger organisation.
Client testimonials
Very happy with the whole process from start to finish for getting Probate completed. Great support and no extra hidden costs.
Client, UK
Kathryn was lovely, really helpful and supportive. I would not hesitate to recommend her for a will writing service. She discussed my wants and needs and explained the process throughout.
Client, UK
Did well to quickly organise Wills for my wife and I during lockdown. Would use again.
Client, Kent
We were very impressed with the efficiency and care that your staff took in dealing with us and would certainly use you again.
Client, UK
I found the company very helpful and easy to deal with and have no complaints as to the sound and practical advice offered.
Client, UK
Excellent professional advice and service to help us draft and complete mirror wills. Fine attention to detail.
Client, London
I had the estates of two relatives to deal with, complicated by my lack of expertise and knowledge. I received excellent advice throughout the time it took to sort these matters out - and all through the Covid-lockdown period too.
Client, UK
Professional and understandable advice delivered in a friendly and helpful way. Would definitely use again and recommend.
Client, UK
A massive thank you to Beth Downes and the team for all your communication with our family regarding the distribution of our late mother and grandmother’s estate after such a long process. Your customer service is excellent.
The Late Joan Ridgers Family
Will consultation, with outstanding results. Very objective and effective. We would definitely recommend the services to our friends.
Client, UK
So pleased I used this company for my Will. Everything was handled with total professionalism and efficiency.
Client, Kent
They were prompt and efficient in dealing with my request. Most importantly, due to the nature of the service they were providing (due to a bereavement), they were kind, respectful & compassionate in their correspondence with me. Would not hesitate to recommend.
Client, Kent
Polite and knowledgeable assistance.
Client, UK
The Wills service and advice provided by Beth was first class - she made the whole task from start to end seamless.
Client, UK
Excellent service and extremely fast turnaround as I was only in town for a week. Would not hesitate to recommend this firm. They went out of their way to accommodate my requests. Fantastic job!
Client, London
Emma Howlett and her team showed such kindness to me at such a difficult time. I am very happy with the way they handled matters relating to both Wills and probate.
Client, UK
The customer service was outstanding, and the legal representation was above what I was expecting I was so pleased with the service I received from Thomas Mansfield Solicitors. They went above and beyond to help me…achieve a qualitative outcome for my mother’s estate.
Client, UK
I would highly recommend this company as they really do care about their clients and work hard at trying to achieve what they are instructed to do.
Client, UK
Excellent service from Thomas Mansfield. Our questions were answered in a speedy and efficient manner. An efficient service was provided tailored to our exact needs. We would recommend them to others and certainly use them again in the future.
Client, UK
Considered sensible and incredibly helpful advice from a very professional firm. Highly recommend.
Client, Kent
