Nockolds Welcomes Two New Associates to Our Wills & Probate Team

Nockolds is delighted to welcome two new Senior Associates to the Wills & Probate team – Uchenna Obika and Kareem Cole.

These appointments reflect our continued commitment to growth and expansion, and we are excited to see the value and expertise they bring to the firm.

Uchenna Obika

Uchenna brings extensive experience from a regional law firm, where she advised on a wide range of private client matters, including wills, lasting powers of attorney, estate planning, and estate administration.

Uchenna continues to specialise in all aspects of private client work and is passionate about guiding individuals and families through some of life’s most sensitive transitions. She has a particular interest in advising elderly and vulnerable clients and their families. Uchenna approaches her work with compassion and discretion, ensuring clients feel supported every step of the way.

Kareem Cole

Kareem also advises on a wide range of private client matters, including estate planning & administration, Wills, and Lasting Powers of Attorney. He takes a patient and empathetic approach, ensuring that he fully understands each client’s needs — whether straightforward or complex. Kareem has a keen interest in advising business owners in respect of succession planning. He believes in clear and honest communication, keeping clients informed throughout, and focuses on delivering practical, outcome-driven solutions aligned with their goals.

Commenting on the recent joiners, Oliver Budiño, Partner in the Wills & Probate team stated: “We are very pleased to welcome two new Senior Associate solicitors to the Wills & Probate team at Nockolds, Uchenna Obika and Kareem Cole. Both Uchenna and Kareem are joining us from reputable regional firms and bring a wealth of experience to our growing team of expert legal and personal tax advisors.”