McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP‘s expertise covers the entire array of contentious trusts and tax issues. Its clients range from high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families to institutional trustees, beneficiaries, protectors, and enforcers. The practice has a particular focus on clients with estates in excess of £500m and billionaires. Its transatlantic private client capabilities are also noteworthy.
Testimonials
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‘The MWE coverage in the United States is undoubtedly one of the strongest in the market in terms of both the number of offices and the quality of the lawyers practising from there. This gives great confidence when working with the London office, who have the depth and sophistication to deal with private client matters.'
Key clients
- Friends of University College London Trustees
Work highlights
- Representing the Friends of University College London Trustees in issues relating to the reconstitution of the trust deed and appointments of the current trustees.
- Representing an ultra-high-net-worth Canadian businessman who was the founder of a software company that uses specialised technology to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and increase the value of energy market operations.