Personal tax, trusts and probate: Kent, Surrey, Sussex

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP

With ‘excellent attention to detail and understanding of client needs’, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP offers a bespoke private client service with a strong international capability. Lucy Edwards spearheads the Guildford practice, and is regarded for her expertise advising high-net-worth individuals, families, and trustees on estate and succession planning, family governance and philanthropy issues. Elizabeth Nicholas is described as ’one of the best young private client partners in the market’ and routinely advises on a broad range of tax and estate planning matters, focusing on IHT and CGT. Hannah Gearey has particular expertise in offshore assets, philanthropy and assisting vulnerable beneficiaries.

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Testimonials

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‘The team at Penningtons is always a pleasure to deal with. They have great work, which they conduct with an impressive balance of skill, professionalism and insight. ’
‘Elizabeth Nicholas - one of the best young private client partners in the market. Elizabeth has a particularly impressive balance of charm and technical expertise. Any client would be lucky to engage her. The results she achieves are simply outstanding.'
‘Friendly, informative and accessible.’
‘We were involved with two members of the Guildford team, both of whom were very efficient and caring towards us during a sensitive time.'
‘Caring, sympathetic, efficient.'
‘Excellent attention to detail and understanding of clients' needs. Bespoke service which fosters the building of strong client communication.’
‘Vanessa Riley - fantastic support throughout our probate experience. Vanessa has that perfect combination of professionalism and empathy which was greatly appreciated. Rachel Neal- a great support and clear communication.’
‘The Private Client team continue to advise us on a large and complex Probate matter involving multiple family estates, trusts and assets in a number of foreign jurisdictions. They are able to advise on all aspects of the matter seamlessly. Penningtons have provided excellent advice throughout.’