Ashtons Legal has a deep bench of private client lawyers across East Anglia, with practice head Alan Brown in Bury St Edmunds regarded as one of the region's foremost advisers on tax planning for both domestic and overseas clients. Also in Bury, Matthew Cameron is highly regarded for his knowledge of French law, including inheritance tax matters. In Ipswich, joint heads of lifetime planning Janette Wand and Louise Cardwell are the standout practitioners. 'They have a modern and approachable style and an ability to make complex things simple', remarks one client. Chris Cumberbatch and Faye Stolls in Bury are among the firm's talented senior associates.
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‘I have always found the staff very friendly and professional. Alan Brown is very knowledgeable on trusts and investment matters.’
‘Jeanette Wand and Louise Cardwell, along with the rest of the team. consistently go above and beyond for our mutual clients, making them feel safe and understood. So much so that I have referred members of my own family to them for advice as well as mutual clients.’
‘Alan Brown and Louise Cardwell in particular are clearly skilled and knowledgeable. They exude confidence creativity and ability. Above all they are both extremely thorough and intellectually able.’
'Professional, personable and approachable team.'
'Janette Wand and Louise Cardwell stand out for their knowledge and ability to adapt to individual client needs and levels of understanding.'
‘I have found the team to be knowledgeable with good communication skills. Particularly enjoy working with Alan Brown, Janette Wand and Louise Cardwell.’
‘The team overall is very approachable for clients, Janette Wand and Louise Cardwell have always dealt with clients professional and knowledgeably and are always willing to spend extra time with clients where they require greater understanding.’
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