Career
Francesca Hayward is an associate in the Private Client team and based in the Canterbury office.
Francesca is a qualified solicitor and notary public, enabling her to prepare, attest, authenticate and certify documentation that is recognised internationally.
She joined Furley Page in 2023 having previously practised in Kent and East Sussex law firms.
Her work includes:
- preparing tax-efficient wills for individuals with farms and other types of businesses who wish to preserve their assets on death and ensure that Agricultural Relief (APR) and Business Relief (BPR) can be applied where available;
- carrying out the administration of estates of all values both within the UK as well as Estates with a cross-border element;
- preparing lasting powers of attorney (LPA), as well as registering enduring powers of attorney (EPA);
- and preparing deeds of variation and declarations of trust.
Francesca’s particular focus is on the preparation, alteration, and dissolution of trusts for all those who require asset protection such as individuals and families within the equine and farming industries.
Accreditations
Memberships
- The Notaires Society
- British Horse Society
Testimonials for Francesca
Client of Francesca Hayward – anonymous feedback - November 2025
Francesca was very knowledgeable and understanding. Her secretary, Linda, was also very helpful and pleasant.
Client of Francesca Hayward – anonymous feedback - October 2025
Fran was really helpful in explaining everything and very patient with all my questions and changes. Thanks.
Client of Francesca Hayward – anonymous feedback - September 2025
I was delighted with how everything was conducted, in particular the willingness to attend me at the hospital, although thankfully this wasn’t necessary. Also, the clear and helpful information about how Furley Page and my sister would work together as executors of my estate and the help provided to her with certification of documents.
Clients of Francesca Hayward – Mr & Mrs Turnbull - August 2025
Friendly, clear advice. Fran went above and beyond to assist us with our Wills and Letters of Wishes.
Clients of Francesca Hayward – Mr & Mrs H
Wills were completed quickly. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Client of Francesca Hayward – Miss F of Whitstable
Excellent, professional and quick service.
Clients of Francesca Hayward – Mr & Mrs O
The service was professional and efficient in the preparation of our wills.
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