England - North West • Private client
Addleshaw Goddard
One of the sector's most experienced names, Addleshaw Goddard regularly advises clients with a wealth of overseas assets on wills, succession, and cross-border estate planning. The firm advise clients on the establishment of a variety of investment vehicles, including family investment companies, and are adept at restructuring trusts. Furthermore, the team demonstrate expertise in specialised areas of work such as the establishment of overseas gaming licenses, guiding philanthropic and education planning endeavors, and overseeing the transfer of trusteeships and trust properties. A leading player in private client matters, Manchester head Yorke Eaton advises trustees on their duties and advises on asset protection and tax planning, as well as acting on the creation of trusts in corporate transactions. National head Yorke Eaton competently engages with cross border matters, while Jane Shaw has particular expertise in inheritance tax mitigation and succession planning. Laura Woffinden continues to lend expert advice on corporate and banking transactions.
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Testimonials
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‘It doesn't matter who I deal with within the organisation the experience is first class! This year was a primary example with a seamless transition between lawyers due to maternity leave.'
‘Yorke Eaton is easy to get along and is technically exceptional. He excels both in the professional and social environments and builds a strong rapport with clients.’
‘The mixture of knowledge, experience and ability, coupled with warmth, humility and informal approachability has made what could be a daunting process far more comfortable and reassuring.’
‘The willingness of the people to be informal, flexible and responsive to our needs has given us tremendous value in terms of legal compliance, forward planning and mental comfort that we are in capable and safe hands. This is led from the front by Yorke Eaton who is calm personified across the various individual and corporate structures we have as a wider family.'
‘Very well-established practice in the North West, with a phenomenal client list. The team have an amazing depth of skills and knowledge, and, from that experience, they are well placed to deal with most matters.’
‘Yorke Eaton leads the team. He is sharp and a no-nonsense adviser - he is pragmatic and a problem solver, which clients appreciate.’
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Yorke Eaton, Pervinder Kaur