Lawyers

Richard McDermott

Farrer & Co, London

Work Department

Private Client - Onshore

Position

Richard advises on all aspects of trust law, wills, tax and estate planning for UK domiciled individuals and probate matters.  In particular, Richard advises on matters involving mental capacity issues, working to protect vulnerable people who may be affected by mental illness, addiction or dementia - which can often include applications to the Court of Protection. He also advises and has published articles on cross-border incapacity, contentious trust and probate disputes.

Education

Bristol University; Bristol Institute of Legal Practice.