Withers LLP fields a large team, which acts for 74% of the individuals and families in the Sunday Times Top 100 UK Rich List. It also has a dedicated US-qualified private client team in London. Senior partner Christopher Groves heads the firm’s European private client practice. Patricia Milner is a highly experienced practitioner whose focus is on tax, trust, and estate planning for both UK and non-UK resident and domiciled individuals, and their families. Philip Munro is highly regarded for his expertise in succession planning for international families. Another key member is Charlie Tee, who has a strong reputation in the market for his work on UK and international tax and trust issues, as well as advising on wills and succession planning. Richard Cassell advises on US and international tax, trust, and estate planning matters. Also recommended is Ceri Vokes, who regularly advises on complex cross-border tax planning, and who continues to work closely with many family offices. Claire Harris heads up the European family office team.
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‘Incredible strength in depth, all lawyers are industry leaders. They have great experience with clients from all different nationalities and backgrounds.’
‘Philip Munro - my go-to for complex private client matters. He's incredibly intelligent and has a great way with clients. He identifies problems and works out solutions.’
'Depth of experience, knowledge and resource on offer across all aspects of personal, company and trust needs.'
'Great people skills. Empathetic and responsive to our needs.'
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Christopher Groves; Ceri Vokes
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Richard Cassell; Patricia Milner; Philip Munro; Charlie Tee; Claire Harris