Wilkin Chapman Rollits‘ private client team handles estates with land and agricultural assets, including those with farmhouse properties. Louth-based practice head Lucy Butterfint, a full STEP member, has extensive experience in tax planning and estate administration. Located in Lincoln, Lisa-Jane Howes is instructed on estates with foreign assets.
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Testimonials
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‘Lisa Jane Howes had been particularly attentive. Following up quickly and putting out fires before they arise.’
‘The team's fashioned family kindness and approach engenders a sense of security in all dealings, which are delivered with patience and care.’
‘Classy, well-positioned, friendly, calm and very approachable, sensitive and driven.’
‘Despite being a large company in the local area of Lincoln, Wilkin Chapman stands out to me because they are very down-to-earth and friendly. Their staff are always standing by to help you when required, no matter what the question. They are at the top within their field.’
‘Knowledgeable, proactive and happy to meet clients in their own homes rather than insisting on meetings in their office.’
‘Lisa-Jane Howes demonstrated compassion and good communication skills when meeting with the family members.’
Work highlights
Advised on tax and estate planning for husband and wife with assets in excess of £10 million.
Advised on complex estate involving claims for APR / BPR on unusual farming assets and the execution of Deed of Variation to maximise IHT reliefs available.
Advised on complicated estate which included assets in Canada and an interest in an insolvent company.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Lucy Butterfint
Other key lawyers
Lisa-Jane Howes