Knights has strengthened its Private Client offering in Sheffield with the appointment of highly experienced Partner, Gillian Coverley, further enhancing our capability to support individuals, families and business owners across South Yorkshire.
With more than 20 years’ experience gained at Irwin Mitchell, Gillian brings a wealth of expertise in advising high-net-worth individuals, professionals and business owners on all aspects of estate planning, wills, trusts, probate and succession planning.
Having spent an entire career in Sheffield, Gillian has built a strong local network and a deep understanding of the needs of clients in the region. Gillian specialises in supporting those with complex family or financial circumstances, including advising on inheritance tax planning and the smooth transfer of wealth across generations.
Gillian also works closely with charities and philanthropic individuals, advising on legacy giving, charitable estate planning and the administration of charitable trusts, adding further depth to the Knights offering in this space.
A focus on Sheffield-based client relationships
Gillian was drawn to the unique operating model at Knights, which enables senior lawyers to dedicate more time to clients, building long-term relationships and delivering tailored, high-quality advice supported by specialist in-house teams.
A full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), Gillian is widely recognised as a leading adviser in the region and was the only private client lawyer ranked Band 1 in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025 for Private Wealth Law in Sheffield and the surrounding area.
Commenting on her appointment, Gillian said:
“I was attracted to the Knights model as it allows for Partners to dedicate their time working closely with clients and building relationships.
Having worked in Sheffield throughout my career, I’m looking forward to building on established connections and supporting clients through increasingly complex estate and succession planning issues, as well as developing the firm’s offering for charities and their supporters.”
“I was attracted to the Knights model as it allows for Partners to dedicate their time working closely with clients and building relationships.”
Gillian Coverley
David Lister, Sheffield Client Services Director, added:
“Gillian is a highly respected private client adviser with a long‑standing reputation in the Sheffield market.
Her depth of experience, regional connections and strong client‑focused approach make her an excellent fit for Knights.”
Continued investment in Sheffield Private Client expertise
Gillian’s appointment further strengthens the Knights Private Client practice in Sheffield, underlining our ongoing commitment to investing in high-calibre legal talent and delivering premium advisory services to private individuals and families across the region.