Amanda Smallcombe > Birkett Long LLP > Colchester, England > Lawyer Profile

Emma Clarke  and Ben Parmenter, both of who are Solicitors for the Elderly members, are joined by wills expert Claire Read in heading Birkett Long LLP‘s personal tax, trusts and probate team. Notable for its expertise in long-term care planning, the firm also handles trust administration, as well as issues relating to non-disclosure of income, capital gains tax and estate planning (with an emphasis on high-net-worth individuals and farming dynasties). In particular, its bespoke approach is recognised for employing ‘forensic grade‘ analysis, drawing on in-house specialisms in all areas of tax law. Colchester-based Amanda Smallcombe is another key name to note.

The team at Birkett Long LLP has experience advising local, national, and international clients on all areas of inheritance disputes, such as will disputes, estoppel trusts, and claims for breach of trust, amongst others. Additionally, it handles a growing amount of contentious Court of Protection work, as well as alternative dispute resolution. ‘Tough, wise and pragmatic’ practice head Amanda Smallcombe specialises in will, trust, and inheritance disputes. Solicitor Rachel Leech focuses on contested probate and Court of Protection matters.