Field Seymour Parkes LLP is geared to handle the full spectrum of estate and trust administration work, with noteworthy experience in matters with international, corporate, or agricultural aspects. Focus areas of work include tax and estate planning, as well as advice on tax aspects of corporate transactions and lasting powers of attorneys. Rob Crowther leads the practice and is a name to note for asset protection advice and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals, while Ben Oliver specialises in lifetime tax planning, including advice on inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and income tax. Olly Davidson covers the full spectrum of estate administration, including a focus on estates involving non-UK residents.
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'The whole team is very strong, personable, and responsive. They take a calm and measured approach that serves them equally well on simple estates work and the most complex disputes with HMRC.’
‘Ben Oliver - one of the most thoughtful and technically well versed private client partners with whom I've worked, and a thoroughly nice man.'
- 'Rob Crowther is dynamic, charming, and very hardworking. Any client would be lucky to have Rob on the team.’
‘In addition to offering a high-quality service on the full range of private client matters, the team will take the time to consider the matters outside of this range and find pragmatic and efficient solutions. They can deal with very technical issues while retaining a personal and sympathetic approach.’
‘The marvellous example set by Rob Crowther and Ben Oliver, and echoing throughout the rest of the team, is one of having brilliant minds while only showing kindness and humility.’
‘The team brings a wide range of expertise to the difficult task at challenging times for their clients and have a caring personal approach I have rarely seen elsewhere.’
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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.
Olly Davidson
Practice head
Rob Crowther
Other key lawyers
Sue Vandersteen; Ben Oliver; Olly Davidson