Nasreen Akhter

Nasreen is an accredited civil and commercial mediator registered with CMC.

Commercial mediator


Nasreen Akhter is the founding director of Ash Hill Solicitors and an experienced probate solicitor with over 10 years in private client law. She specialises in wills, estate administration, powers of attorney, and inheritance planning. Known for her calm, compassionate approach, she guides clients through sensitive matters with clarity and care.


Nasreen is also a civil and commercial mediator, committed to resolving disputes efficiently and constructively. She is fully accredited and listed on the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) register.


Outside of work, she’s a dedicated mum and chairs Happy Orphans Worldwide, a charity supporting vulnerable children across the globe.

Having qualified as a solicitor in 2014, she routinely deals with complex contested probate matters including with an international element. As a solicitor, Nasreen specialises in all areas of Private Client and Family Matters.


Nasreen is an accredited civil and commercial mediator registered with CMC. She adopts a focused and simple approach in mediation, drawing on her considerable experience in Wills, Probate and Family matters as a solicitor.


Her approach to mediation is to identify the key issues swiftly whilst being present to the concerns of the parties with view to highlighting the common grounds. Nasreen has the ability to listen attentively. She understands the areas of conflict instantly and courteously brings them to the attention of the parties. As a mediator she facilitates the parties in arriving at a solution to their problems without the need to resort to Court.


Nasreen has recently completed a Leadership training programme which has further enhanced her communication skills and the ability to lead a mediation authoritatively whilst maintaining a humane connection with all the parties. 


Nasreen previously worked in Dubai, predominantly dealing with estate planning for high net worth clients.



Nasreen is proficient in communicating in Urdu, Punjabi and Hindi.


Articles Written By Nasreen Akhter

By Ash Hill Solicitors May 14, 2025
Thinking about writing a will? Learn what to include, legal tips, and important things to consider to make sure your wishes are clearly carried out.
By Ash Hill Solicitors May 14, 2025
Wondering how long probate takes? Learn the average timeline, factors that affect the process, and how long you may need to wait for the probate to complete.
By Ash Hill Solicitors May 14, 2025
What is probate and how does it work? Learn the key steps, who needs probate, and what it means for handling a loved one’s estate after death.
By Nasreen Akhter March 14, 2025
Wondering how jewellery is distributed under a will? Learn about the legal process of inheritance, including how to include jewellery in your estate planning.
By Nasreen Akhter February 25, 2025
What is a death bed gift? Learn about the legalities, requirements, and significance of death bed gifts in ensuring your final wishes are honored.
By Nasreen Akhter January 20, 2025
Learn what happens to your digital assets after death. Understand how to protect your online accounts and plan ahead for digital estate management.
By Nasreen Akhter February 22, 2024
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney? Discover what it is, how it works, and why it's essential for ensuring your decisions are made when you're unable to.
By Nasreen Akhter January 9, 2024
Discover common reasons for delays in obtaining grant of Probate and learn practical steps you can take to avoid setbacks and speed up the legal process.
By Nasreen Akhter January 2, 2024
Discover the government’s upcoming changes to visa rules, effective Spring 2024. Stay informed on how these updates may affect your immigration plans.
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