A Partner in the firm, Kirstin leads the dedicated Private Capital lawyers based at the Newcastle city centre office. Kirstin offers comprehensive and expert advice on all aspects of private capital work including wills, estate planning, trusts, probate, powers of attorney and Court of Protection matters. Kirstin looks after a diverse range of clients but specialises mainly in providing advice to business owners. Kirstin is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).

Kirstin is recommended in the following independent guides to the legal profession:

"Hay & Kilner’s ‘very experienced department‘ includes ‘knowledgeable‘ partner Kirstin Cook. Clients state their appreciation for ‘accurate advice‘ that always meets their objectives." - The Legal 500, 2009

"Clients highly value Cook’s “supportive and empathetic advice” on all private client matters, which she combines with “excellent personal skills - she is very easy to get on with.”
- Chambers Guide 2009

"Kirstin Cook leads the seven-strong dedicated private capital unit at Hay & Kilner. 2006 saw a marked increase in new instructions coming from professional firms of advisers such as accountants, bankers and stockbrokers. A diverse network of referrers includes Eversheds LLP."
- The Legal 500