Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP’s Guildford-based team has in-depth expertise in UK and international tax matters, regularly advising individuals, trustees, and executors on complex trust and estate structures. The team is particularly experienced in matters involving UK trusts and beneficiaries of offshore trusts. The practice is led by Lucy Edwards, whose broad focus spans international wealth planning, family governance and philanthropy. Hannah Gearey is noted for assisting vulnerable clients and those receiving personal injury awards, often advising on the structuring and management of protective trusts. Cecelia Ward is also recommended.
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‘Excellent private client team, with strength in depth and reasonable rates.’
‘Cecelia Ward has led on this matter for us, with support from Vanessa Riley. Cecelia has an excellent eye for detail and the ability to grapple with complex and difficult probate, trust and tax issues. Vanessa is diligent and meticulous in dealing with probate and trust records.’
‘Whilst some firms of solicitors might seek to provide legal advice and draft documentation economically, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP prefers to offer a more sophisticated service addressing the more complex needs of higher net worth individuals covering all the possible scenarios and relevant points.’
‘Cecelia Ward is friendly and approachable whilst at the same time being business like and efficient, responding promptly to requests for advice. She is prepared to listen carefully to the client to appreciate the full story before giving pertinent advice. She is not afraid to point out the pitfalls, including potential tensions between family members, which might arise from taking a particular course of action.’
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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.
Cecelia Ward
Practice head
Lucy Edwards
Other key lawyers
Hannah Gearey; Cecelia Ward; Rachel Neal; Vanessa Riley