Harriet Bownes

Associate

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Harriet Bownes studied her law degree at the University of East Anglia before completing her LPC and Masters at the University of Law, receiving a distinction in both. She then worked for local firms before qualifying as a solicitor in 2019, where she continued to develop her private client skills in the Essex area.

Harriet joined Pinney Talfourd in 2023 as a solicitor in the Private Client department. In 2025, Harriet was promoted to Associate.

EXPERTISE

Harriet’s expertise covers:

WILLS

LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY

PROBATE

BADGES & AWARDS

Harriet is a dementia friend, having received training through the Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Friends programme and is an Accredited Lifetime Lawyer – part of the community of legal professionals on a mission to support vulnerable and older people with the right legal advice..

ON A PERSONAL NOTE

On a personal note, in her spare time Harriet likes spending time with family and friends, travelling, reading and practising yoga.

Areas of expertise

Noteable achievements

  • Preparation of life interest Wills with regards to care fee planning and protecting assets for children.
  • Preparation of discretionary trust Wills for the benefit of vulnerable adults.

Qualifications & memberships

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  • UK_Leading_firm_2026

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"Harriet was most patient and helpful to us and we felt safe in her hands. Everything was finalised with the utmost professionalism."

Anonymous Client

"We renewed our wills. The process was easy and hassle free. The advice we received from Harriet was great. Would happily recommend Pinney Talfourd to friends."

Ms. J, Brentwood

"Excellent, efficient and professional service received by Harriet Bownes from start to finish. We will have no hesitation recommending Pinney Talfourd to our family and friends. Thank you."

Ms. O, Essex

The attention I got from this firm, namely Harriet Bownes was above and beyond efficiency. Fast accurate service, always there to answer any questions. Would highly recommend this firm to anyone who needs help with Wills etc.

Mrs. Hudson, Essex

"Very friendly and helpful."

Ms. T, Essex

"Nothing but admiration for a quick and accurate service."

Ms. H, Essex

"Very knowledgeable and efficient."

Anonymous Client

"Harriet was very efficient, explained everything thoroughly and was friendly and helpful."

Anonymous Client

"Everything was explained to us in an easy to understand manner, the solicitor was very professional and everything was drawn up before we went on holiday."

Mr B, Brentwood

"I found Harriet to be very friendly and professional."

Anonymous Client