Crane & Staples LLP primarily works across the agriculture and property sectors, with the team advising on the administration of estates, inheritance tax planning, probate applications, the distribution of both domestic and international assets, and the preparation of wills and powers of attorney. David Bird is an experienced adviser in the field, handling complex and high-value estate administrations. Samantha Webb’s expertise focuses on advising clients on inheritance tax mitigation, while Georgina Christou advises on the restructuring of intricate trusts.
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Work highlights
Advised on the administration of a £22m estate, including complex business assets and significant tax considerations.
Advised on will instructions for a high-value cross-border estate valued at approximately £18m, including properties abroad.
Advised on the administration of a £1.29m discretionary trust with multiple charitable and international beneficiaries.
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.
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
David Bird
Other key lawyers
Samantha Webb; Georgina Christou