England - West Midlands • Private client

Lanyon Bowdler

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Lanyon Bowdler advises clients across the whole of Shropshire, Herefordshire and North Wales. It has extensive experience in advising on trusts, estate planning and administration as well as other areas covering business property  and agricultural relief. Edward Rees is skilled at advising clients on trusts, high-net-worth estate administration, powers of attorney and on complex tax planning matters. David Pugh has a broad range of experience too. Kevin Thomas  is well-regarded for his experience in administering estates which have significant agricultural property. Neil Davies heads the court of protection department.

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Testimonials

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  • 'I have worked with the team at Lanyon Bowdler team on 2 complex estate matters. From the outset the team operated a no surprises approach. They identified all the key issues in both estates and provided a clear workplan and associated fee structure'.
  • 'The team worked well with: the commercial land team and other partners, such as estate agents and accountants. They have also developed a good relationship with HMRC, critical to a successful outcome'.
  • 'From the outset, David Pugh has been outstanding. His professionalism and legal expertise is evident. He has the ability to simplify complex probate, tax and associated matters, identify the options and advise me of the most appropriate option to pursue'.
  • 'Professional, empathy with our situation. Efficient and really easy to deal with'.
  • 'Can't speak highly enough of David Pugh. Very knowledgeable, gave solid advice and the matters were sorted without any fuss'.
  • 'Lanyon Bowdler give clients the feeling that they are big enough to cope, but small enough to care. They are a large, growing and aspirational firm, yet they do a brilliant job of providing clients with a warm welcome, good communication and a service that feels bespoke to the client's needs'.
  • 'David Pugh - in addition to being an exemplary professional, is also extremely caring, punctual and accommodating. I have witnessed David deal with extremely challenging cases with ease, translating complicated jargon into simple terms for clients to easily understand'.
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Work highlights

  • Prepared and executed a will for Dr Drury and prepared and executed both Property and Financial Affairs and Health & Welfare LPAs.
  • Prepared & executed a will for Mr Edward Oakley.
  • Prepared & executed a will for Ms Nicola Collins

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Neil  Davies

Neil Davies

Lanyon Bowdler

Partner and head of Court of Protection Department, acting as professional deputy for clients with acquired brain injuries. Specialising in contentious financial and welfare applications to the Court.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Edward Rees, Kevin Thomas, David Pugh

Other key lawyers

Neil Davies, Kate Lawson