We draft wills tailored to personal circumstances, advise on inheritance tax and asset protection, and establish trusts for long‑term family and charitable purposes. Our probate services include obtaining grants of representation, administering estates and resolving disputes. We also assist with lasting powers of attorney and appointing guardians for minor children.
We offer comprehensive estate‑planning services. We prepare a range of wills, from simple wills to complex documents involving life interest trusts, discretionary trusts and testamentary trusts to provide for spouses, children, vulnerable beneficiaries and charitable causes. We advise on inheritance tax planning, including the use of nil‑rate band allowances, spouse exemptions, business property relief, agricultural relief and charitable giving to reduce tax liabilities. We create and manage trusts, such as bare trusts, life interest trusts, discretionary trusts, charitable trusts and trusts for minors or disabled beneficiaries. Our lawyers assist with lasting powers of attorney for property and financial affairs and for health and welfare, ensuring that your wishes are honoured if you lose capacity. We also prepare advance decisions (living wills) and guardianship arrangements. In probate, we apply for grants of probate or letters of administration, collect and value assets, settle debts, prepare estate accounts and distribute assets to beneficiaries. We advise on intestacy rules where there is no will. When disputes arise, we represent clients in contentious probate matters, including challenges to the validity of wills, claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act and disputes among executors and beneficiaries. We also advise on cross‑border estates, addressing issues of domicile, conflict of laws, forced heirship and double taxation. We help manage digital assets and online accounts and coordinate with financial advisers to ensure a cohesive estate plan.
Proper estate planning ensures your wishes are honoured, reduces tax liabilities and protects beneficiaries from unnecessary complications. Clear documents ease the administrative burden on loved ones during difficult times.
Having a well‑drafted will provides certainty and prevents disputes among heirs. Thoughtful tax planning preserves wealth for future generations and supports charitable causes. Trusts allow you to control how assets are used, protect vulnerable beneficiaries and provide flexibility. Powers of attorney ensure that trusted people can make decisions for you if you become unable to do so. Our probate services relieve your family of the complex administrative tasks involved in winding up an estate, from valuing assets to completing tax returns and distributing inheritances. When disputes arise, our guidance helps resolve them efficiently, preserving family relationships. Our expertise in international estates ensures that assets in multiple jurisdictions are dealt with legally and tax‑efficiently. Overall, our services provide peace of mind, protect your legacy and support your loved ones.
Our private‑client lawyers combine technical expertise with sensitivity. We take time to understand your objectives and offer practical advice to safeguard your legacy.
Our team has extensive experience advising individuals, families, business owners and trustees on estate planning and administration. We listen carefully to your priorities and concerns and tailor our advice accordingly. Our lawyers are adept at explaining complex tax and trust concepts in plain language and work closely with accountants, financial advisers and investment managers. We are sensitive to family dynamics and handle discussions with empathy and discretion. We stay updated on changes to inheritance tax law, trust law and probate procedures to provide current advice. Clients appreciate our thoroughness, reliability and confidentiality. We offer flexible meeting arrangements, including home visits and virtual consultations, and provide clear, upfront pricing. Our commitment is to help you protect what matters most.
