Cripps’ offering is jointly led by Kate Arnold, who heads the firm’s private client group, and Jessica Jamieson, who leads the private wealth team in Kent. The team advises a broad spectrum of clients, including families, UK and international businesses, professionals in the legal and financial sectors, and rural estate owners. Paul Fairbairn is recognised for his expertise in advising both UK-based and international families on tax and succession matters. Clare Savory is also recommended for her expertise in succession planning, lifetime gifting, and trust arrangements, frequently involving cross-border elements.
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- 'I find the availability of the staff I have dealt with to talk and correspond with me is excellent. Ease of contact has to be the most important facility any business offers.'
- 'The team were very helpful and approachable. Taking time to explain the different steps of the probate process.'
Work highlights
Advised a high-net-worth client, non UK domiciled with a global estate valued between £500 million and £1 billion, on estate planning and international trusts. This included drafting a UK will, coordinating wills across five jurisdictions, establishing a Cayman Trust, advising on Swiss and EU succession laws, and mitigating UK tax risks, particularly in light of the upcoming 2025 non-dom tax changes.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Clare Savory
Practice head
Kate Arnold; Jessica Jamieson
Other key lawyers
Kate Arnold; Paul Fairbairn; Clare Savory