Boodle Hatfield LLP handles high-value, complex, and multi-jurisdictional contentious trusts and probate matters. Additionally, it advises ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, trustees, executors, beneficiaries, family offices, and owners of privately held businesses. Practice head Andrea Zavos advises individuals, trustees, and trust companies on complex, high-value domestic and international disputes, Nicola Bushby has advised high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, specialising in complex capacity disputes and leading high-profile cases that have received significant media attention, and Mark Lindley is highly skilled in representing offshore clients. Simon Rylatt has been key in high-value international contentious trusts and estate disputes, and James Woods-Davison is knowledgeable in international wealth structuring. Tom McPhail is experienced in matters related to civil fraud, breach of trust, and breach of fiduciary duty. Jessica Woollard, Katherine Reed, and Aakash Mohindra also support the team’s efforts.
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Testimonials
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- Mark Lindley is a star in his field, very smart and on top of it, a true pleasure to work with.
- The team has extensive experience in handling complex trust and estate disputes. They are great team players and fantastic to work with in cross-border matters.
- Boodle Hatfield's contentious trusts and probate team is exemplary. They handle huge matters with speed, expertise, and skill. Every member of the team is excellent.
- Andrea Zavos is a truly awe-inspiring captain of the ship. Mark Lindley is an incredibly intelligent partner and the smoothest operator around. Kat Reid and Jessica Woollard are associates to watch. James Woods Davison and Tom McPhail are both incredibly intelligent and going places.
- I have worked with Simon Fitzpatrick, who is a leading figure in this area of practice. Rebecca Foden is an excellent partner with a strong grasp on the details of a matter. Tom McPhail is one of the best senior associates I have worked with, in this or any other area.
- Nicola Bushby builds a strong relationship with clients and is knowledgeable and pragmatic.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Andrea Zavos
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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James Woods-Davison
Practice head
Andrea Zavos
Other key lawyers
Nicola Bushby; Mark Lindley; Simon Rylatt; James Woods-Davison; Tom McPhail; Jessica Woollard; Katherine Reed; Aakash Mohindra