Bedell Cristin takes instruction from HNW settlors based in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, assisting them with the establishment of Jersey trusts, family offices, and related family governance structures and other aspects of their succession planning. Practice head Nancy Chien is well versed in the establishment of trust structures, while also advising clients on the use of foundations and philanthropic vehicles. Sevyn Kalsi specialises in charitable and philanthropic asset planning and is also able to help clients set up family offices and private trust companies, while Edward Bennett is adept at overseeing generational wealth transfers.
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- 'They are thoughtful and engaged, and are solutions-oriented. They are proficient in assembling teams of cross-border advisors to deliver comprehensive and practical advice. They are an excellent firm practicing in a difficult area, and doing so very capably.'
- 'Nancy Chien is very knowledgeable and experienced, accessible and meaningfully engaged, and oversees the delivery of high quality advice with outstanding service.'
- 'I have worked with Nancy Chien on a number of client matter regarding Jersey trust laws. She is extremely knowledgeable and responsive. Even though we are on different time zones, she was very willing to accommodate our timings.'
- 'The team is very knowledgeable and approachable. They are also pragmatic and commercial.'
- 'Bedell is a large firm that has partners with experience in most areas and qualifications in most jurisdictions that I would need assistance with as a trustee and director of offshore structures.'
- 'Nancy Chien is a recognised expert in her field and has gone over and above on a number of occasions to ensure that clients receive the best advice that is highly tailored and delivered at the right level for them to filly understand. She also has a great team that support her to ensure that we receive the highest level of customer service.'
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Sevyn Kalsi
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Edward Bennett; Sevyn Kalsi; Isabelle Russell