Ashley Wood

Associate

Get to know me

I joined Goughs in April 2026 as a Solicitor in the Private Client team, with over four years’ experience in private client work. I deal with estate administration, wills, lasting powers of attorney, as well as trusts and inheritance tax, working with a range of clients including executors, attorneys, families and high net worth individuals.

I was drawn to law because of the variety and the problem solving involved, as well as the chance to work with all sorts of people. A lot of the work involves helping clients through situations that can feel unfamiliar or difficult, so I try to keep things as clear and straightforward as possible.

I don’t take a one size fits all approach. I like to get a sense of how each client prefers to deal with things first, and then tailor my advice so it’s helpful without being overwhelming.

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Karine (1)
Karine Chevalier-Watts
Legal Assistant
Karine (1)

Karine Chevalier-Watts

karinechevalier-watts@goughs.co.uk

01249 450070

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Nicole Loader
Legal Assistant
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Nicole Loader

nicoleloader@goughs.co.uk

01249 475907

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My Main Office: Corsham

Accreditations & Certifications

My greatest achievement

Qualifying as a solicitor, given the time and effort involved, is something I’m really proud of.

Completing a half marathon while undergoing medical treatment is my greatest personal achievement. It was a challenging time, but it showed me what I was capable of, and I was proud to raise a significant amount for Cancer Research UK along the way.

What I like about working for Goughs

I was attracted to Goughs because of the quality of work and the level of expertise within the team, as well as its clear client-first approach.

Since joining, everyone has been friendly and supportive, with a real sense of teamwork. It’s good to see that focus on clients backed up in practice, along with opportunities to progress.

See all the members of the team

Senior Associate

Legal Director

Trainee Solicitor

Trainee Paralegal

Trainee Paralegal

Partner and Head of Contentious Probate

Associate Solicitor

Senior Associate

Legal Director

Trainee Solicitor

Trainee Paralegal

Trainee Paralegal

Partner and Head of Contentious Probate

Associate Solicitor

What I like about working for Goughs

I was attracted to Goughs because of the quality of work and the level of expertise within the team, as well as its clear client-first approach.

Since joining, everyone has been friendly and supportive, with a real sense of teamwork. It’s good to see that focus on clients backed up in practice, along with opportunities to progress.

Ashley Wood

Associate

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