Stephanie Parish and Gareth Marland lead the ‘swift and comprehensive’ private wealth team at Clarion in Leeds. The team sits within the single-site firm’s wider private client services offering, which provides clients with a holistic service through cross-departmental collaboration, notably with the corporate and commercial team. It advises on pre-sale inheritance tax / trusts planning, and assists families on complex lifetime affairs. In addition, the team is well equipped to handle probate cases including complex, high-value assets, specifically with regard to agricultural and farming family issues. Clare King leads the firm’s Court of Protection and personal injury trusts department.
Testimonials
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‘The team has a nice blend and mix of experience and youth. They are all extremely personable, friendly and professional.’
‘Gareth Marland has a relaxed and easy way about him and is always prepared to think outside the box to deliver appropriate solutions for his clients. He has considerable technical expertise, which provides great reassurance.’
‘Gareth Marland stands out as an exceptional professional operating in the Leeds market, his service to clients is excellent, and he has a unique ability to make complex matters easier to digest.’
‘Gareth Marland is quick to respond to e-mails/phone calls. He is confident in meetings and able to explain complex legal issues in a manner that is understandable to clients. He is pragmatic in his approach to issues and is comfortable working collaboratively with financial advisors and accountants.’
‘Clarion has an experienced and highly regarded team for private client work.’
‘Gareth Marland is an experienced and personable lawyer who deals with high-value and complex work, and the whole team are a delight to work with.’
‘Always offering a swift and comprehensive service.’
‘Clare King is an excellent communicator. Down to earth and always willing to go the extra mile.’
Key clients
- Estate of the late Mr J W Heselden OBE
Lawyers
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The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stephanie Parish, Gareth Marland, Clare King