Alastair Collett leads the team at BDB Pitmans, which has a diverse client base, including ultra-hight-net-worth and high-net-worth individuals with new or inherited wealth, ranging in value from tens of millions to billions. Its clients have diverse properties and assets from landed estates and shareholdings, through to works of art. Others have charitable and philanthropic interests. An increasing amount of its work has international elements. Helen Ratcliffe remains a key figure in the department and Judith Millar works with various high-net-worth UK and international families, particularly in the field of trusts. Jonathan Colclough has considerable experience in trust and corporate asset holding structures, and is also skilled at advising trustees on holding crypto assets.
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‘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.’
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Alastair Collett