David Lea
Estates and Wills Consultant
- Business
- Director of Stead and Mercer Ltd
- Professional body
- Stead and Mercer is a registered member of the Society of Will Writers
- Role with us
- David helps families put wills, trusts and lasting powers of attorney in place, with a particular focus on vulnerable person trusts and protecting assets.
About David
David Lea is a senior estate planning consultant with nearly 40 years' experience in legal services. For the last 17 years, he has worked almost entirely in will writing, with a particular focus on trusts for vulnerable people and asset protection.
He is a director of Stead and Mercer, a registered member of the Society of Will Writers. The firm writes wills, including trusts that can help protect an estate in circumstances such as divorce, remarriage or bankruptcy.
Stead and Mercer can also arrange secure storage for wills, lasting powers of attorney and deeds.
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Reviewed by Dan Brown, Director. Last reviewed 6th October 2026. Next review 6th October 2027.