With its ‘deep expertise in cross-border planning’, the private client team at Charles Russell Speechlys AG is well-placed to advise on private wealth disputes, immigration, property acquisition, tax, and wealth structuring. The firm houses a diverse client portfolio that includes individuals, wealth managers, trustees, and beneficiaries in Switzerland and the UK as well as other jurisdictions. The team is co-headed by Michael Wells-Greco and Mark Summers. With his experience assisting with the estates of high-net worth clients, Grégoire Uldry is another prominent individual within the team.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • ‘The team consists of highly proficient lawyers with a deep expertise in cross-border planning. They are able to craft practical solutions for the client's needs.'
  • ‘The team is highly responsive and has proven cross-border experience. The team works collaboratively across practice areas and jurisdictions.’
  • ‘Michael Wells-Greco has encyclopedic knowledge of cross-border family and succession matters. He is the go-to lawyer for Anglo-Swiss private client matters.'
  • 'Mark Summers is exceptionally knowledgeable in advising clients on cross-border matters, particularly when families that have a US connection.'
  • ‘Mark Summer's multijurisdictional knowledge is exceptional, especially regarding the UK and the US.’
  • ‘They are very good family lawyers with a deep knowledge of the specific laws and their application.'
  • ‘The team is very responsive and is always available.'
  • ‘Grégoire Uldry is very proactive. He's a focused problem solver.’

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Michael Wells-Greco, Mark Summers

Other key lawyers

Dharshi Wijetunga, Grégoire Uldry, Sirin Yüce