With a ‘complete understanding of client requirements, a personable approach, and collaboration within the team’, Freeths LLP‘s sizeable trusts, estates and tax department fields practitioners with expertise across tax and estate planning work, trust administration issues, probate matters and wills. Rahul Kotecha is particularly noted for his work advising business owners on succession planning issues, and took over as practice head following the departure of Scott McKittrick to Browne Jacobson LLP in early 2024.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘At the heart of everything, Rahul Kotecha and his team illustrated that the client came first. They ensured that the client understood the process at every stage without rushing a decision.’

  • ‘They are professional. They work with empathy with their clients. They are very knowledgeable on their subject matter.’

  • ‘Complete understanding of their client's requirements, personable approach, and collaboration within the team. Excellent reputation.’

  • 'I would highly recommend Sarah Phillips, who always demonstrates in equal measures a highly professional service but also client care, compassion and understanding.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rahul Kotecha

Other key lawyers

Marie Cooper, Katherine Beggs, Sarah Phillips