Philippa Wright

Head of Wills & Probate

Philippa gained a law degree in 2011, having studied at the College of Law in Manchester.  She is a member of the Society for Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).

After working for 25 years in the Public Sector Philippa realised a long held ambition by re-training to become a Solicitor. In addition to an MBA, she has extensive experience in the public sector, most recently in the regulatory and Freedom of Information fields.

Outside of work she visits the cinema regularly, enjoys reading and running (but not at the same time) and enjoys watching sport including Football, Rugby and Formula 1.

Michaela McDonald

Solicitor

Michaela graduated from Liverpool John Moores University in 2015 with LLB and went on to study the LPC and LLM at the University of Law in Manchester.  Michaela joined Sedgwick Legal in 2014 prior to its merger with  McHale and Co in 2016, formally completing her training contract and qualifying in July 2019.

Michaela now specialises in Private Client matters including Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney,  Court of Protection and advising the elderly on a range of issues.  She works across all of our offices in Altrincham, Stretford, Heywood and Middleton and regularly visits clients in their home, care or hospital.

Outside work, Michaela enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, and going for long walks in the countryside exploring new places.

Luke Spilsbury

Lifetime Planning Advisor

Luke joined McHale & Co in 2018 and is now a Lifetime Planning Advisor within our Private Client Team based in Altrincham. Luke specialises in Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney and provides clients with bespoke advice about how best to protect their legacy and focus on our core purpose of “Keeping families together”.

Outside of work Luke is a keen cyclist and is a member of Cheshire Mavericks Cycling Club. He also enjoys a round of golf and travelling to far-flung places with his wife.