Michael Henry Ctaps

Michael Henry CTAPS is a Senior Associate Contentious Probate Solicitor at Nockolds, where responsibilities include leading the firm's contested trust and probate practice since January 2023. Previously, Michael held a similar role at Debenhams Ottaway from June 2015 to January 2023, actively contributing to the dispute resolution team. Michael also served as Director and Money Laundering Compliance Officer at Tee Financial Plc from April 2014 to May 2015 and as Associate Solicitor and Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer at Tees Law between September 2000 and May 2015, specializing in contentious trust and probate matters. In addition, Michael served as Trustee and Treasurer for Thorley Pre School from February 2012 to December 2014, supporting a local preschool charity. Michael holds a law degree from The University of Sheffield, earned between 1996 and 1999, and is an Associate member of the prestigious Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS), known for attention to detail and approachability.