‘Charles Russell Speechlys is absolutely first rate in the private client practice, with deep experience and expertise in complex, multi-jurisdictional planning and litigation. All of their partners are impressive, as are their associates.’

‘Of particular note are Bart Peerless, Piers Master and Jeremy Arnold. Each is a top advisor in our field, with keen intelligence, excellent judgement built on deep experience, and a practical approach to difficult problems.’

‘Bart Peerless is one of the top international private client lawyers globally. He is deeply experienced, extremely capable and efficient, possessing excellent judgement and vision. We value his advice highly and turn to him regularly.’

‘Piers Master is not only deeply knowledgeable about English law, but knows a great deal about US law, which is very helpful to us in our cross-border planning. He is a charming colleague and a pleasure to work with, possessing great judgement and vision.’

‘I have worked closely with Jeremy Arnold for many years on complex, high stakes, international trust litigation and tax planning, and have been extraordinarily impressed with his intellect, strategic vision and creativity. He is a joy to work with, a marvellous ally, and I would never want to be his opponent.’ 

‘Dominic Lawrance stands tall against other top advisers in this area.’

‘Bart Peerless – very able, calm, eloquent, inspires confidence. Piers Masters – the other big hitter.’

‘Robert Blower – intellectual, excellent on the law, unrivalled excellence on issues with Middle East clients, unfailingly polite. Oliver Little – excellent among the younger lawyers.’

‘Farrer have a long-standing reputation for expertise in non-contentious private client work which is supported by their equally impressive contentious team. Ollie Piper is really impressive.’

‘Team is quality throughout, from extremely bright and able young associates up to some of the most experienced and well-known names in the area. Bryony Cove – excellent client management.’

‘Russell Cohen is a first-rate operator supported very well by a high-calibre team. Jennifer Ridgway is technically impressive and has great client management skills.’

‘Bryony Cove’s ability to get to the crux of the issue, offering advice on appropriate action and, more importantly, when action is not required is second-to-none. Her passion for the job is visible to all. Nicola Pomfret’s knowledge and professionalism makes her a go to member of the team.’

‘Farrer is undoubtedly a top-notch firm for private client legal advice, with a solid track record and reputation, not only in the UK market but worldwide.’

‘Alexandra Hollingshead: Good ability to assimilate a large amount of detail for any particular client. Very thorough and not afraid of asking penetrating questions or making bold statements in furtherance of her clients’ interests.’ 

‘Farrers is of course one of the top firms in the private client world, possessing a depth in its partnership that few firms can rival. We work particularly closely with Sarah von Schmidt on two very significant matters, Nick Dunnell on another and Russell Cohen on another, all of which involve complex cross-border tax and estate planning.’

‘Sarah von Schmidt is deeply experienced, knowledgeable and can juggle the complexities of various legal systems masterfully. Sarah is highly respected in our field by fellow lawyers and advisors, and inspires loyalty and gratitude in her clients. She also has a charismatic personal charm and talent for creating camaraderie and trust within the teams she leads.’

‘Forsters functioning multi-disciplinary approach is what makes them stand out. Lots of law firms have a multi-disciplinary approach but few have their teams working in such a joined up and seamless fashion. When you work with Forsters across a range of sectors, it always feels like one big team.’

‘Jeremy Robertson and Alex Tamosius are diligent, highly knowledgeable and responsive.’

‘One of the best private client firms in the country with great strength in depth. The team covers all areas of tax and are particularly strong in dealing with succession planning and all aspects of structuring private equity transactions.’

‘Alex Tamosius is erudite with a depth of knowledge in trust matters and asks the questions that may not have been thought of. He has an inquisitive mind and cares about clients and them receiving the best service, he is responsive and sharp minded. A true asset for Forsters LLP.’

‘Very hard working team that goes the extra mile for clients.’

‘Emma Gillies has developed a great niche assisting on US-related matters. She will be a real asset for many years to come.’

‘A proper Rolls-Royce service for discerning clients. Daniel Ugur has a calm hand on the tiller however choppy the waters. Charlotte Evans-Tipping is simply brilliant. Alfred Liu is growing into a consummate practitioner.’

‘Jeremy Robertson stands out for his expertise in cross-border estate planning matters. He is a real pleasure to work with and a true team player.’

‘The team is amongst the very best.’

‘Piers Barclay works incredibly hard. This means that in addition to all the attributes one would expect of the head of department at a leading firm, his client engagement is phenomenal.’

‘Richard Giangrande – charming and astute: his professorial style hides a keen strategic mind and an ability to deal professionally with the most difficult clients. He has also had one or two really notable victories in court recently, which is impressive for a non-contentious specialist.’

‘Charlotte Howard – charming, approachable and technically excellent. Nicholas Harries – an old school private client lawyer whose laid back style hides a rapier mind.’

‘Charles Gothard has immense experience in cross-border wealth structuring matters.  Jennifer Smithson is the go to-person in UK or US-related matters.  Nicholas Harries is a brilliant barrister in this firm of outstanding solicitors.’

‘Sebastian Prichard Jones – versatile, responsive and innovative. Richard Giangrande – smart, thoughtful. Michael Shaw – committed, responsive, practical, excellent client liaison.’

‘Jennifer Smithson is a stand-out private client lawyer. Her technical expertise is exceptional and she brings creativity and energy to projects. She is highly responsive, great at working with a multi-disciplined project teams and skilled at breaking down and explaining concepts to a non-private client audience.’

‘Charles Gothard is the lead partner who combines deep technical expertise with a hands-on approach, clear communication, wise common sense judgement and an understanding of the commercial and personal issues involved.’

‘Ed Powles is always very responsive and his advice is clear. We have lots of confidence in his experience and technical knowledge.’

‘Fiona Poole – great in handling complex, cross-border matters, also when the client and his family is more demanding and difficult decisions are to be taken under time pressure. She is risk sensitive and still pragmatic in her solutions.’

‘MTG are a truly exceptional private client team with real talent hailing from the magic circle firms. They have great clients and are a first-rate team.’

‘Eesha Arora is an excellent lawyer. Her knowledge and application of trusts and tax law is probably the best in the industry. She is incredibly bright and utterly charming. A safe pair of hands for any client. Dominic Conde-Cole’s attention to detail and knowledge of his brief is exceptional.’

‘Eesha Arora is bright and has excellent client care skills. She is extremely thorough and leaves no stone unturned. Colin Senez has an extensive network of French professionals and this has been helpful to me.’

‘The team has the extremely experienced, skilful and knowledgeable Clare Maurice, who is supported by a full service team which includes Emma-Jane Wieder and Claire Weeks. Every member of the team is knowledgeable and approachable and has the approach that a client wants.’

‘Fiona Poole is very clever and client friendly. Emma Jane Weider is very sharp. Eesha Arora has great client skills. Jennifer Chambers is technically very good. Claire Weeks is bubbling with energy and intellect.’

‘We work with Jennifer Chambers. We have absolute trust in her and, looking back on her track record, she has never let us down over three decades. We can’t say that about anyone else in the industry.’

‘Fiona Lewsey is outstanding. She was incredibly empathetic, highly professional, very constructive and proactive, exceptionally responsive and nothing was ever too much trouble for her. Fiona oozes integrity and having her client’s best interests at heart, and nothing was ever too much for her.’ 

‘David Whittaker – innovative, highly competent, well regarded in the private client arena, good speed of response.’

‘Strong team, especially for campaigning on tax issues. Filippo Noseda is excelllent.’

‘A very knowledgeable team, cohesive and technically expert. David Whittaker and Marianne Kafena are very personable, build rapport with clients and deliver actionable advice.’

‘The team has a deep bench of practitioners across all sectors, trusts, probate, disputes, privacy or matrimonial. Just about anything you would need in a private wealth context for an UHNW or family office client.’

‘I work mainly with Stuart Adams – he has shown utmost professionalism and calm in the face of difficult and challenging scenarios. Simply outstanding to work with.’

‘Adaptable, entrepreneurial and energetic, we really enjoy the enthusiasm and energy of the team. Marianne Kafena – new to the team but not to the profession. She is quite simply outstanding. She covers international matters with a particular focus on the Middle East.’

‘The team are always available and consistently deliver a high standard of work. Charlie Sosna, Annie Bouch and David Whittaker are standout individuals as they all have the ability to explain complicated matters in a straightforward manner.’

‘Sara Morgan and Frederick Bjørn are standout partners in an excellent team – very good at what they do and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Rosamond McDowell and her team have exceptional experience which allows them to focus directly on the issues at hand, in the multi-jurisdictional context – they go straight to the heart of the matter.’

‘Sam Carver is simply excellent and provides a truly outstanding service and invaluable support.’

‘Rosamond McDowell is hugely experienced leader with a deep and genuine interest in her clients affairs and challenges.’

‘Dean Ryan and Melissa Solly are extremely able team members. All are readily available and have a real interest and understanding of their client’s affairs with great document and meeting recall.’

‘Very deep bench at PHB. They are quietly one of the better private client teams around. Frederick Bjørn combines technical expertise with a client-friendly approach.’

‘Good depth – very good client base – very empathetic to clients. Robert Brodrick – very steady advice, good head and judgement. Basil Dixon – hard working good clients. Sara Morgan – works hard – deals with difficult clients.’

‘First-rate private client team. Emma Harris is a most effective and highly responsive private client partner. Adam Woodhouse is a knowledgeable and responsive associate.’

‘Jonathan Conder is a brilliant strategist. He is organised, collegiate and reliable, and is well known among UK lawyers for his knowledge of taxation law.’

‘Beatrice Puoti is excellent when dealing with HNW and UHNW clients both in the UK and abroad. She is clever, friendly and clear and she comes highly recommended.’

‘Emily Osborne is sharp and knowledgeable, with an encyclopaedic knowledge of trusts law and beneficial ownership. I have worked with her regarding my charity and found her to be organised, driven and diligent.’

‘Emily Osborne is by far the most sought after, experienced counsel we have worked with in this area. She has a vast amount of experience in giving concise and highly effective advice in complex cases. She is also exceptionally accessible.’

‘Michael Rutili is an exceptional point of reference as he has the best understanding of family offices and their dynamics. His pragmatic yet friendly personable approach, further to great technical knowledge, make him our go-to partner at the firm.’

‘James Quarmby has the quality of making a complex matter straightforward, providing no-nonsense, easy to understand advice on a wide range of topics. His style is confident and reassuring.’

‘Jonathan Conder is simply excellent, with a brilliant mind and excellent with clients. Beatrice Puoti is exceptional, superb with clients and a phenomenal lawyer. Emily Osbourne is fabulous. Very bright and personable.’

‘James Quarmby: Always on the ball re taxation trends. Thinks ahead re solutions. Personable individual. Jonathan Condor: experienced private client advisor that make client feel comfortable. Trusted advisor. Michael Rutili – excellent advisor.’

‘One of the best in the business for high-end technical work. I work particularly with them on international clients and their ability to handle complex cases is second-to-none.’

‘Nick Warr is the best in the business. Highly regarded by all and a real powerhouse.’

‘Kunal Vyas has a particular ability to cover a breadth and depth of subjects and distil complex information into clear, concise and actionable advice. Kunal works proactively with clients wider advisory team to ensure a consistent client experience.’

‘The qualities, which Ben Lister consistently demonstrates, are a relentless focus on excellent client outcomes, a collaborative approach across the organisation and a brilliant grasp of the law for even very complex cases.’

‘An engaging and responsive team with excellent client rapport and broad access across the firm to relevant specialist sector expertise. Level of responsiveness and meaningful engagement is really excellent. Kirstie McGuigan has been top rate.’

‘Immense market knowledge and expertise – Nick Warr – just peerless in his knowledge of the issues and his ability to explain them to clients.’

‘The knowledge, empathy, trust and confidence in our relationship and requirements is excellent. The reaction to short-term tactical and job specific tasks coupled with the overarching long-term relationship is of great value.’

‘Timely insights into topical advice topics, always up to date with legislation and forward looking in their views. Client centric, approachable manner. Modern edge and truly international approach.’

‘Incredible strength in depth, all lawyers are industry leaders. They have great experience with clients from all different nationalities and backgrounds.’

‘Philip Munro – my go-to for complex private client matters. He’s incredibly intelligent and has a great way with clients. He identifies problems and works out solutions.’

‘Depth of experience, knowledge and resource on offer across all aspects of personal, company and trust needs.’

‘Great people skills. Empathetic and responsive to our needs.’

‘Excellent team, very responsive and able to deal with complex scenarios and restructurings.’

‘Very good availability, the people on the team are very knowledgeable and experienced.’

‘Christopher Cook and Ashley Crossley are extremely professional and knowledgeable, available at all times, very engaged, and provide high-quality advice.’

‘Very professional and as they are able to provide cross border advice this is extremely useful.’

‘Approachable and knowledgeable in their field.’

‘We find the Baker McKenzie team competent across multiple jurisdictions, using them in South East Asia, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and the Middle East. There are very few private client firms who are able to offer this coverage with skilled lawyers in each location.’

‘We really enjoy working with Baker McKenzie, they connect well and are happy to work with us as partners in a genuine team for the client. It’s a great way to work!’

‘Phyllis Townsend is just great – she knows her law backwards and brings real sophistication to the table – her language skills are impressive and she has a good sense of humour – no hint of ego, just pragmatism and a highly professional approach.’

‘A great private client practice. They have a wide range of skills and experience to meet all types of a client’s circumstances. They give timely responses and are great value for money.’

‘Judith Millar is an outstanding private client specialist. She has a great depth and range of knowledge but is also empathetic and can communicate with clients well at at all levels. I would highly recommend her.’

‘Highly skilled but very approachable and friendly team. You get the best advice delivered in a professional way by very nice people.’

‘Judith Millar is a standout private client partner. She has every skill you need. She knows the law and combines it with an excellent bedside manner. She is very professional and commercial. Rachel Rodrigo is a hugely effective and efficient associate.’

‘Jonathan Colclough is excellent on cross border issues – very practical and commercial advice. ’

‘The Private Client Team are engaging and available, important for our Family Office needs.’

‘Hugo Smith is a great Partner in BDB Pitmans, professional, pragmatic and helpful. His trust experience is invaluable for us.’

‘Helen Ratcliffe is first class.’

‘I have worked with Matthew Barnett and Anna Primrose. Both have a keen eye for detail but never lose sight of the desired end result.’

‘First class private client team. Alison Broadberry is an outstanding trust and tax specialist with an instinctive grasp of the personal and commercial issues likely to trouble private clients.’

‘The team at Edwin Coe is very experienced with a broad range of matters and clients. They are very practical and willing to help get projects delivered. David Goepel is incredibly knowledgeable. I use him often in tricky matters.’

‘David Goepel is the hidden treasure of the private client sector in London. He matches or outperforms all the other top practitioners, and without any of the arrogance that so often goes with that level of performance. Much loved by his clients for his clarity, care and concern.’

‘Matthew Barnett has a rightly devoted client following, repeatedly delivering solutions which work perfectly. Eva Moynihan is as relentlessly complete in the services she provides her clients, as she is charming and personable in their delivery.’

‘Alison Broadberry is phenomenal. Works tirelessly for her clients and is superb at what she does. Wendy Hall is an excellent associate and her knowledge of the law is excellent.’

‘Alison Broadberry – a firecracker, fizzing with enthusiasm and energy for the law and the issue at hand. Incredibly personable and committed.’

‘David Goepel – a man of high intelligence, the utmost integrity and one of the most courteous solicitors in London, he will always spare the time to deal with a query and try to find a constructive way of resolving a difference.’

‘Simon Malkiel has the right combination of client handling skills and deep technical knowledge. Simon is ably assisted by Laura Lea, who also has great client handling skills.’

‘Approachable and good value, we always see a client led approach from Howard Kennedy. Liz Palmer is extremely able to cut to the heart of a problem and deliver quick proactive advice in an understandable manner.’

‘Simon Malkiel is excellent and is always on hand for practical technical advice.’

‘John Annetts has become a real heavyweight for onshore tax-planning and complex probates. He calmly deals with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families. He is unflappable and wears his considerable knowledge and expertise very lightly.’

‘Liz Palmer is an extremely able and incisive lawyer particularly when advising on US/UK tax issues. She is always friendly and I am sure fantastic with clients.’ 

‘A very strong practice dealing with the full range of work.’

‘Liz Palmer is outstanding. Great technical knowledge allied to a very commercial approach.’

‘All the individuals are approachable and friendly. There is very much a team ethos to the department. The team is highly diverse and is all the stronger for that. Information sharing and collaboration is excellent.’

‘Matthew Yates and his colleagues deliver good advice and service on trusts, wills and related private client matters.’

‘Hunters are one of London’s longest established private client firms. They combine the service to be expected by traditional landed and heritage clients and the responsiveness and flexibility of the next generation of private clients.’

‘Sunir Watts has the qualities you want. He is calm, measured, reassuring, technically brilliant and creative. You’d trust him to arrange things for the next generation.’

‘Client attentiveness and collaboration with other colleagues inside and outside of the firm in the interests of providing a quality service to the client, including collaboration with counsel, is excellent.’

‘Lara Barton  is calm, efficient and knowledgeable.’

‘Wilfrid Vernor-Miles stands out on value for money, billing, attention to detail and successful outcomes for clients. Many of my clients use him for legal advice and clarity, efficiency plus speed and quality of outcome is second to none.’

‘Extremely experienced and knowledgeable, always a pleasure for me to deal with.’

‘Wilfrid Vernor-Miles is straight down the line, always has a constructive point to make/solution to offer.’

‘Strong and diligent engagement. Helpful advice clearly given. All work executed to time and budget. Convenient location.’

‘Helpful, direct, clear advice. Sensible, clearly explained rationale to actions.’

‘Russell Cooke have been so commercial and user friendly for clients – the probate trust and tax issues they deal with for very demanding clients are complex. They will also work late and to deadlines.’

‘Rebecca Fisher leads the probate and trusts group and is excellent – she is a steady hand during a crisis.’

‘The team has an impressive range of knowledge and experience. They know their way around the technical issues for purely UK private clients but also have a justly deserved reputation for cross-border work.’

‘Rebecca Fisher is excellent. She combines technical skill with a charming manner with clients: both reassuring them and putting them at ease. She is supported by a great team of associates. Olivia Llewellyn is thorough, diligent and utterly professional.’

‘Russell-Cooke offer an excellent service. Their team are knowledgeable, good with clients, and responsive.’

‘I have worked with Suzanne Mynors, who is an absolute pleasure. She is very bright and hot on the law, ready to raise points you had not considered. She has independent judgement but is ready to take advice from counsel when necessary.’

‘Sinclair Gibson is outstanding. The professional service you receive allows you to feel confident in areas you may not have knowledge in. The level of support is excellent, the knowledge is extensive and you feel a sense of calm and reassurance as a client.’

‘Lucy Gibson is amazing! Putting your trust into someone who initially is unknown to you can be daunting but with Lucy it feels a sense of relief. Lucy Gibson is exceptional!’

‘An outstanding team very much at the cutting edge of complex law with a capacity for driving excellent client strategies and leading other advisers with them to achieve effective solutions’.

‘Courageous advisers prepared to take a view and lead on difficult and complex situations.’

‘Matthew Braithwaite and Camilla Wallace are leaders in the market, and both speak impressively in public.’

‘Sanjvee Shah, who has recently joined, is a standout private client lawyer with whom I have worked on complex transactions.’

‘Proactive and user friendly. Keen to help; good at seeing the job through and always happy to go the extra mile. Matthew Braithwaite has wide knowledge and is polite yet persistent and always gets the job done.’

‘George Merryless is a fantastic lawyer. He is very client focused and is capable of understanding the commercial requirements of the clients and providing practical advice. He is always available. He is also French native speaker and is a great asset for UK-France cross border work.’

‘Very good team, very responsive and pleasant to work with. George Merrylees stands out by his nice personality. He is available, kind and has a very good knowledge of French/UK cross border tax matters. He is also fluent in French.’

‘The team at Wedlake Bell are the stand out professionals in this sector for the London region. They are approachable, knowledgeable, commercial and a pleasure to work with. They deliver in a timely manner and keep our clients informed.’

‘Nick Mendoza always provides clear and concise guidance in a format that clients can understand. He looks at the wider picture and does not just focus on the legal aspects.’

‘The team have an excellent pedigree and are very reliable and pragmatic. I frequently work with Sanjvee Shah on matters and she is an excellent addition to the team. She is very technical, knowledgeable and also very client friendly.’

‘Jonathan Shankland – standout performer; diverse and interesting client base; excellent profile in the market; interesting speaker on the conference circuit. Inspires confidence beyond his years. Very down to earth and approachable too. Caroline Doyle – technically excellent.’

‘The Shankland & Malone team at Weightmans are a finely oiled machine. They simply work together efficiently and bring together best in class attorneys across the globe to address all complex matters I throw at them.’

‘Jonathan Shankland is probably the best in class private client attorney I’ve worked with in my career. The breadth and depth of his knowledge knows no bounds. He has managed to scale his practice without losing any of the personal touch that I require.’ 

‘Joshua Ryan is a dynamic future partner, one to watch and with a very rapidly growing reputation in the UK and internationally.’

‘Polly Wesson has been fantastic to deal with. She has a true understanding of our needs and comes up with a properly tailored service. Her work makes her stand out from other lawyers that I have dealt with in other firms – she is outstanding.’

‘I have been incredibly impressed by Joshua Ryan and Patrick Malone who offer a personalised service with professionalism and attention to detail of the highest level. Nothing is ever too much bother.’

‘Naomi Woods has been excellent and very helpful – she always has time to speak to me and is very professional yet personal at the same time.’

‘Jonathan Shankland – technically excellent individually, a real go to source of knowledge and my first port of call when working with UHNWIs. Also, Jon has built an excellent team culture which clients can pick up on and love when dealing with Weightmans.’

‘My experience with Burges Salmon over more than 20 years has been one of close attention to client needs, diligence in trying to understand clients personally in order to tailor their legal advice and a high level of technical expertise.’

‘Jim Aveline is highly personable and understanding of our needs, often innovative in suggesting legal solutions while still being thorough in guiding us through the normal legal necessities we’ve needed.’

‘The private client team have unrivalled technical expertise and experience. Able to advise on all aspects of Trust, succession planning and individual taxation and law.’

‘John Barnett and Emma Heelis-Adams are not only outstanding legal and tax advisors but also two of the nicest people you could hope to meet.’

‘Strong technical expertise. Client friendly. Ability to provide practical advice tailored to clients’ needs.’

‘Emma Heelis-Adams: extremely competent adviser, understands the complexities of clients and of financial markets and how financial institutions operate in the private client space.’

‘Excellent written advice, always willing to help and keeps very up to date with topical matters. Goes above and beyond to make themselves available to service our clients.’

‘Excellent service and good legal knowledge and advice. Courtesy and friendliness.’

‘Alistair Robertson is extremely capable in all areas where advice has been sought, personable, thoughtful, commercial. Clients have been highly impressed by his professional approach.’

‘Very commercial and technically very able. Peter Golden is a first-rate lawyer. He is exceptionally commercial, intellectually rigorous and provides the highest levels of client service.’

‘Caroline Rao has a wealth of knowledge and is a delight to work with. Caroline handles her clients adeptly and provides excellent legal advice.’

‘I work, and cross-refer with, Elena Tzialli and there are not enough superlatives to describe how brilliant she is. She is simply phenomenal. A permanently trusted pair of hands.’

‘Peter Golden – Concise, clear yet flexible and commercial. Willing to listen to suggestions and truly solutions focused, a problem solver. No issue is too big, and a resolution can be found to every query.’

‘Alice Vink – supremely calm, approachable, knowledgeable and has an incredible skill of purveying messages in a clear and understandable manner. Caroline Rao – A dream to work with. Smart, bright and clear in her advice.’

‘I particularly work with Caroline Rao and Peter Golden who are very approachable and highly experienced. They have a genuinely collaborative approach between private and corporate tax.’

‘A strong bench of lawyers, deep knowledge of private client matters and a network of geographical offices that can be used to opine on cross border matters.’

‘Chris Moorcroft is an extraordinary international tax attorney working very closely with HNWI and their families. He is just as good as it gets and raising the bar over and over.’

‘The team has been put together in a strategic manner and in such a way as to cover all aspects of private client work including immigration aspects of international clients. They have outstanding technical abilities.’

‘A key strength is their ability to face difficult tax and trust matters head on and in a constructive manner. They do not sidestep difficulties.’

‘Siena Gold – outstanding technical and practical lawyer. Maturity of mind and judgement is outstanding. Chris Moorcroft – loved by clients and very sharp.’

‘Zoe Camp – excellent at US-UK work and a delightful personality. Alexa Collis – excellent lawyer for US-UK clients.’

‘The team has very specialist knowledge and is able to draw on many areas of technical expertise. There is good collaboration between team members and transparency with billing. Siena Gold has extremely good technical skills and is very approachable and responsive.’

‘This is a relatively small firm with a strong practice and an international sensitivity. Jonathan Burt and Alasdair Wilson are easy to work with and experienced.’

‘Siena Gold is a brilliant tax and trusts lawyer. Her technical knowledge and experience is enviable, which she combines with a personable, understated and measured approach.’

‘Alex Ruffel is fantastic and my number one lawyer in London for all private client and tax matters. Super reliable, fast, zero ego issues, most agreeable to work with. Wonderful humour too. My clients love her.’

‘Jessica Fazzone is highly professional, skilled and available. She ensures that the client obtains the assistance they are seeking. She is also pragmatic and able to simplify complex situations. On top of that, she is always very pleasant.’

‘Excellent knowledge of subject and speed of service.’

‘Yousafa Hazara is an exceptional solicitor; of her many attributes, the ones that stand out most to me would be her technical prowess and her approachability.’

‘Matthew Briggs is a very collaborative individual with a pleasant client manner. He is responsive, technically sound and a pleasure to deal with.’

‘I worked with Matthew Briggs and his technical ability, client service and attention to detail is exceptional.’

‘Yousafa Hazara has been extremely helpful and diligent in going into the myriad of details of UK domicile requirements, inheritance tax, and my estate planning requirements. She is a wealth of information, and she provided highly detailed written information to demystify the complexity.’ 

‘Matthew Briggs is so user friendly, a consummate professional.’

‘Anita Gill and Stephanie Mooney are both excellent. Both caring and considerate, very good communicators who give clear explanations and constantly keep you in the picture as to how work is progressing. Hard working and conscientious.’

‘Antia Gill and Sameena Munir have been outstanding. Anita and Sameena stand out because of their knowledge, sound practical approach, clear advice, attention to detail and first class communication.’

‘Warm, efficient, use plain language and make you feel at ease when dealing with them, with that “always happy to help” attitude. Stephanie Mooney is always willing to help, responds promptly and keen to go above and beyond.’

‘I have worked very closely with James Ward and Sophie Voelcker for many years. Both have great technical knowledge and deliver sensible generational planning solutions to a wide range of clients.’

‘I have introduced various clients to Stephanie Mooney for her support with their estate planning, and I always do so with confidence that they are in excellent hands and that they will be well looked after.’

‘Sophie Voelcker is excellent.’

‘I have known Sophie Voelcker for many years and she is just a delight to work with. Her clients love her and she will always go the extra mile.’

‘A highly collaborative, and importantly an approachable, team with decades of experience advising (U)HNW clients.’

‘Very considered advice, very available and very thorough research.’

‘A highly experienced and professional team to work with that provide exceptional expertise.’

‘Excellent coverage of UK/UK matters and the overlap between the two jurisdictions.’

‘Excellent technical knowledge of tax law, including both international groups, trust and HMWIs with a cross-border aspect. Good teamwork both within the tax department and liaising with other departments. Great attention to detail and always produces work within the agreed time frame.’

‘A low-key team whose laid back approach masks some serious firepower and an excellent client list. James d’Aquino – an international tax planning specialist with masses of charm and a great work ethic.’

‘Clare Archer – an experienced, calm and disciplined lawyer with a great client manner.’

‘This team is an experienced private client team able to deal with complex matters. Clare Archer for client focus.’

‘They have strong expertise with regard to International matters via Laura Dadswell and James d’Aquino and Tristan Smale, who I find very capable and personable in terms of domestic matters.’

‘A high quality team delivering “real world” advice.’

‘James D’Aquino – encyclopaedic knowledge of the law. Claire Archer – superb client management and a dynamic leader for the team.’

‘They have a strong Private client team. Claire Archer, James d’Aquino and James Sedgely are very skilled in international and Trust matters.’

‘The team are knowledgeable and responsive. Clare Archer is very impressive technically and pragmatic where needed.’

‘Victoria Fairley is excellent: calm, thoughtful, forward-thinking and precise.’

‘Very professional and good response time.’

‘Friendly and efficient.’

‘Proactive, reliable advice delivered in a very understanding, personable way.’

‘Louise Sargent and Jeremy Curtis are a great team.’

‘A Great team. Helpful and with a good deal of practical knowledge offering good value for money.’

‘I rate Victoria Fairley very highly. She is highly personable and uses her skills and knowledge to effectively apply the circumstances of the client. She is adept at communicating at the right level to make difficult matters much clearer to her clients.’

‘Victoria Fairley is a very clear orator who brings a common sense yet innovative approach to private client work. She is trusted by new clients and loved by her longstanding ones, and it’s no surprise she is therefore in demand as a trustee for many of them.’

‘The private client department is made of formidable individuals. Their team is diverse and innovative.’

‘Individuals have solid knowledge. Helena Luckhurst is an amazing safe pair of hands in any complex estate planning matters. Newly promoted Katya Vagner is amazing, friendly and knowledgeable; clients just love her. ’

‘The team’s strengths lie in their comprehensive understanding of tax, trusts and probate, which ensures that clients receive tailored advice suited to their individual needs.’

‘Their dedication to innovation and diversity, combined with their collaborative approach with clients and other professionals, allow them to provide comprehensive and forward-thinking solutions.’

‘Their standout qualities include a deep understanding of the legal landscape, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a genuine commitment to achieving the best outcomes for their clients.’

‘Jonathan Riley, Helena Luckhurst and Helen Cox have been exemplary in their roles, demonstrating not only legal acumen but also a remarkable ability to connect with clients on a personal level.’

‘Their approachability and willingness to go the extra mile have been particularly valued.’

‘What sets these individuals apart from competitors is their ability to blend traditional legal expertise with modern, client-focused service. They are not just legal advisors but trusted partners who understand the importance of building lasting relationships and providing bespoke solutions.’

‘The team is responsive and collaborative, supportive, and pragmatic in guiding the client through what risks need to be addressed.’

‘The team’s work product is well managed, efficient and systematic.’

‘Richard Norridge is personally approachable, down to earth, responsive and great to collaborate with. Richard’s litigation experience is invaluable. Yet at the same time he is aware of the importance of effective family governance trust and communication. Therefore he is commercially realistic and astute.’ 

‘The team is professional, diligent and responsive and never failed missing any part of the case that brings advantages to the client.’

‘Richard Norridge is professional, diligent, has up-to-date knowledge on the subjects, has wide experience in managing the case and litigation strategy, but yet very approachable.’

‘Very agile and bright team with a wide range of experience.’

‘They are able to draw on the expertise of the wider firm (both area and jurisdiction) to provide a seamless service.’

‘Richard Norridge and William Turner are very knowledgeable, detail-focused and good at getting to the heart of complex issues. They provide thoroughly considered and practical advice.’

‘James Frampton is a highly regarded, technically strong adviser on complex private client matters. He is rigorous in his understanding of client’s circumstances and objectives and provides thorough and well considered advice.’

‘A good professional and knowledgeable team providing a timely service at regional rates. Good knowledge of trust law and inheritance tax and personal tax planning.’

‘Michelmores is fantastic value for money. They have technical expertise and punch above their weight. James Frampton has developed a very strong niche on US-connected matters. He has a deep understanding of the US issues, which is invaluable.’

‘Strong team who are able to collaborate and advise on multiple jurisdictions and asset classes. Dhana Sabanathan’s strengthens include a strong legal and tax knowledge, a focus on relationship management and great communication skills with her clients.’

‘They have a real personal touch – they make me as a client feel incredibly valued. Dhana Sabanathan is excellent both as a technician and with clients.’

‘The team that I work with at Michelmores is focused on a very specific niche – non-dom private client work for American citizens – and they are consistently excellent at what they do.’

‘They have some preeminent practitioners who are at the top of the field, especially James Frampton. Their advice is detailed and highly specific, and they deliver it in a way that clients easily understand.’

‘James Frampton and Matthew Hiatt are friendly and readily provide assistance. Their advice is clear and easily understood by clients. They both have a great presence in the South West region.’

‘The people at OC are very expert, knowledgeable and readily available.’

‘I work mainly with one of the partners who provides a personal touch, in addition to his expertise, which is much appreciated.’

‘Stuart Crippin and his team at Seddons represent the pinnacle of legal expertise and client-focused service. Their practice stands out for its unwavering commitment to excellence, meticulous attention to detail, and a genuine dedication to client success.’

‘Potential clients will find that the team’s strengths lie in their profound legal knowledge, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to deliver bespoke solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.’

‘One of the key capabilities of Stuart’s team is their seamless blend of traditional legal wisdom with modern innovations. They have embraced cutting-edge technology to streamline processes, ensuring efficient and transparent communication with clients.’

‘Working with Stuart Crippin from Seddons has been an exceptional experience, making him and his team stand out prominently among competitors.’

‘Stuart’s remarkable legal acumen, coupled with his genuine passion for client advocacy, sets him apart in the legal field.’

‘Stuart’s team reflects his high standards and commitment to excellence. The associates working alongside him are not only highly skilled but also exhibit a strong work ethic and attention to detail. They collaborate seamlessly, leveraging each other’s strengths to deliver outstanding results.’

‘Clear defined roles within the team, good clear instructions. Stuart Crippin very approachable and knowledgeable.’

‘Zoe Pearse is a phenomenal lawyer. Her ability to distil complex cases into understandable English for clients has been extremely useful.’

‘Matthew Peto has consistently impressed me with his attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile to satisfy my expectations.’

‘S&B have a team to manage Trusts as accountants and trustees to provide a thoroughly integrated service.’

‘Matthew Peto has consistently impressed me. Always delivering a complete service, on budget and within agreed timescales.’

‘A top top firm with City skills.’

‘James Hardaker has fantastic knowledge and experience.’

‘A team with great breadth of expertise.’

‘The tax, trusts and probate team at Stevens & Bolton is excellent. The service provided is first class. They respond quickly and provide a service to the client that is outstanding.’

‘Tim Snaith is outstanding. Tim provides brilliant client care and is a joy to work with.’

‘Tim Snaith is the consummate private client adviser. He is charming and understands people, he is constructive and sensible in a way which more combative lawyers find disconcerting and disarming, and he has enormous practical intelligence and unerring good judgement.’

‘An extremely good firm in this area with practical experienced and talented individuals at every level. Very capable of handling the largest and most complex personal tax trust and probate issues.’

‘I have the greatest respect for Tim Snaith’s experience and knowledge combined with a calm and considered manner. Always suave and unruffled with an uncanny knack of getting to the heart of issues swiftly and pragmatically.’

‘Hugh MacDougald has immense experience. The consummate private client solicitor. Also mentions for James Mabey (partner) and Alice Edwards (associate). Both very good at their respective levels.’

‘As well as being a great technical lawyer, Tim Snaith is extremely personable and has been a delight to work with.’

‘Winckworths are our absolute go to for complex trust and estate work. Phenomenally knowledgeable whilst putting the client at ease and navigating difficult and sometimes very sensitive issues.’

‘We work closely with Tim Snaith and Alice Edwards. Both are exceptionally technical but also creative and always come up with an innovative way to help our mutual clients. Importantly, both are happy to make themselves available when there is something urgent happening.’

‘I would like to name Karmen Ko who I have been working with over the last year and her advice and work have been exceptional.’

‘Thomas Middlehurst remains exceptional. He is always available and with an in-depth knowledge of the practice areas under his domain. He is an absolute pleasure to work with.’

‘Thomas Middlehurst is a charismatic and robust litigator. His gravitas inspires confidence in clients and he has the judgement and experience to achieve their objectives.’

‘I have worked with Thomas Middlehurst on a few matters. He is fiercely committed to his clients, he is easy to deal with and professional. He is very approachable and realistic.’

‘Thomas Middlehurst is a very experienced private client and litigation specialist, who has a great eye to detail and is commercially focused. He can marshal complex issues at speed, and cut straight through to achieving a practical road map to a realistic and commercially minded resolution of matters.’

‘Thomas Middlehurst is bright, on-the-ball and excellent with clients. He can smoothly grapple with complex trusts and tax issues that leave others panicked. He also has excellent relations with the industry.’

‘My experience of this firm has been that they don’t miss a beat. Their eye for detail is second to none and for estates I think this is crucial.’

‘Karmen Ko – You could not ask for a more understanding and helpful approach than that of Karmen’s. Again she is perfectly suited to the field and the common challenges that clients within the sector need to overcome.’

‘Roger Harding knows his stuff. He responds very quickly. He’s always available by phone and email. He gets the job done without a fuss.’

‘Superbly efficient and informed on all aspects of the brief. Amelia Beringer and Edward Knox are exactly what one could wish for – old fashioned courtesy and tact, combined with cutting-edge professionalism.’

‘The “Ince” team whom have worked with me for many years have found a good new home at Greenwoods which strikes me as a solid but progressive practice. I am pleased to continue to work with them.’

‘The team stands out for its exceptional professionalism and practical approach, offering a broad spectrum of strategic options tailored to complex tax needs. They are consistently responsive, ensuring timely and effective communication.’

‘Matthew Biles is a very good private client adviser. Pleasant to deal with, intelligent and sympathetic. Good with people and well-liked with the client base.’

‘The team stands out for its exceptional professionalism and practical approach, offering a broad spectrum of strategic options tailored to complex tax needs.’

‘They are consistently responsive, ensuring timely and effective communication.’

‘Matthew Biles’ exceptional expertise and deep knowledge in wealth preservation compelled me to follow him to Greenwoods. As a partner, Matthew consistently demonstrates a profound commitment to his clients’ needs, offering strategic and tailored advice that stands out in the legal field.’ 

‘Professional, understanding of client needs with excellent communication skills. Barry Adamson, excellent service and attention to detail with such care and understanding to our clients needs.’

‘In this small team of private client lawyers a substantial number provide international private client advice. They have a wealth of experience in this area.’

‘Barry Adamson is extremely diligent and has professional international experience, which is deep and wide, and essential for this type of work. In cases of emergency Barry’s turnaround delivery is great.’

‘Barry Adamson is the best of private client: decades of experience and the sharp end of London tax and trusts. Barry Adamson is knowledgeable, approachable and great with clients.’

‘The team has experts in absolutely every field. There is a quick answer for even the most complicated issue.’

‘Extremely personalised service, always responsive no matter what hour what day what question.’

‘Imaginative, solution-focused approach to tax and trusts.’

‘Robert Knight is an excellent private client lawyer – very thorough, attentive and personable.’

‘Very strong team.’

‘Alice Killingbeck is phenomenal. Totally on top of the detail and extremely personable.’

‘Friendly and approachable team with a sound knowledge base. Harriet Kwarteng always keen to help.’

‘Excellent service to clients we have in common with Osbornes or referrals – very high standards of client care, efficient and very good collaboratively when working for clients in common with our firm.’

‘Jenny Walsh is a stand out partner who has taken on many cases and assisted urgently where required so her responsiveness and expertise is particularly notable.’

‘Have enjoyed working with Jan Atkinson who offers confident, skilful and practical advice. Suzanna Baker offers practical and considered advice.’

‘Quick responses and answers with which you can proceed. A good understanding of the legal matter at hand and the ability to provide both legal and practical solutions for cross-border matters.’

‘The ability to look across the borders of UK law and take into account considerations and rules of other jurisdictions. That makes it very nice to work with each other.’

‘A full service team which punches above its weight – dealing with a range of UK and international clients, it is a great option for those who would prefer a non-central London firm.’

‘Suzanna Baker is a a pleasure to work with. She is diligent, knowledgeable and responsive – and I have full confidence when sending clients her way.’

‘Jan Atkinson is responsive, reliable, fair, knowledgeable, experienced in cross-border estates, and very professional.’

‘The team are very responsive and always come back the same day when I have any questions. All very helpful. Chris O’Callaghan and his team always respond quickly and are very supportive. Providing a seamless service.’

‘Chris demonstrates an empathetic approach. During the estate planning process, he offers tailored solutions by taking into account clients’ personal preferences and family relationships.’

‘Devorah Ormonde is very efficient, knowledgeable and has provided valuable advice and guidance.’

‘Excellent capabilities, very attentive and professional. Devorah Ormonde has been outstanding. We have really pushed her to the limit with our family disputes and she has remained fair and impartial.’ 

‘They have been very professional. Have been with us every step of the way.’

‘Chris O’Callaghan has been simply amazing. He has gone out of his way to make us feel protected. He made things very simple for us.’

‘The team’s knowledge is second to none. Chris O’Callaghan and Devorah Ormonde both exude confidence and professionalism, as well as the people skills required. They always engage and hold your hand through processes.’

‘Excellent service from all staff.’

‘Estelle Tague – she is excellent, she really cares about clients and strives to look after them and give them the best service.’

‘The firm is excellent value for a London firm of solicitors. All the solicitors I have dealt with are excellent and capable who are willing to go the extra mile for the client.‘

‘Great overall view of issues on international cases, they anticipate your clients needs and problems they may face. François Mouniélou is very responsive, very competent and it’s always nice to chat with him.’

‘Precious Igbokwe is very knowledgeable, able to give excellent practical advice and you can always trust her to provide a good service to anyone you have recommended to her.’

‘Precious Igbokwe is an excellent Private Client solicitor and the best I have worked with. Precious is always available, able to provide excellent advice and is very knowledgeable.’

‘Precious Igbokwe is an outstanding Solicitor. I highly recommend her to others.’

‘Precious Igbokwe is patient, listens carefully and advises accordingly. She is highly skilled, efficient and proficient in her area of law.’

‘It seems to me that WBD consists of a collection of exceptional legal minds who are not only extremely friendly, approachable and industrious, but also remarkably intelligent and highly accomplished.’

‘I have worked with Will Ford. Will must be one of the most intelligent people I have ever spoken to. He has taken on some challenging cases from me and I am yet to fail to be impressed by his efforts, ideas and achievements.’

‘The Private Wealth team at WBD is excellent – from Partner to Apprentice.’

‘At all levels the firm continues to impress – friendly, up-to-date, efficient and always available to return a call -and not only impressive legal advice, but always with “business sense” as part of it, too.’