An eclectic client base, from traditional landed estates to an international spread of entrepreneurs and high-net worth individuals, look to Mills & Reeve LLP for specialist contentious trust and probate counsel, and assistance with related tax matters. The firm’s Norwich office houses a standout landed estates practice that assists three of the four largest landed estates in Norfolk, and others across East Anglia and nationally. Lauren Parker leads the national landed estates practice and is well versed in complex tax planning, trust restructuring, succession planning, and diversification issues. Elizabeth Field has a focus on business owners’ tax and succession planning, and Katrina Hopkins assists landowners with tax efficient structuring of ownership and succession arrangements. Lucy Brand adds experience in contentious trusts and probate work.
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‘Main contact is with Elizabeth Field. Took over from a well established and respected partner a couple of years ago and has been a safe pair of hands. Handles difficult personalities with tact and discretion.'
- 'Highly competent, professional and personable.'
‘Hugely capable and knowledgeable firm in the agriculture industry.’
‘Very technical, leaving no stone unturned in their advice.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Elizabeth Field
Practice head
Lauren Parker
Other key lawyers
Elizabeth Field; Katrina Hopkins; Lucy Brand