Boutique firm Wiggin Osborne Fullerlove often advises high and ultra high-net-worth clients on asset protection, philanthropy and tax matters, with a strong focus on trusts and estate planning. Tim Osborne and Stephen Green co-lead the wealth management team. Matthew Shayle acts for international clients, handling matters involving trusts, foundations and tax planning. Matthew Cain’s practice focuses on private wealth structures, while Stephen Pallister is an expert in personal taxes and HMRC enquiries, charity law and trusts. Rose Chamberlayne routinely advises next generation wealth owners, and Hannah Hughes specialises in tax planning for non-UK domiciled clients.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The best team outside the London magic and silver circle. From the most experienced to the newest member, I trust the instincts and work ethic of every member of the department. The quality of their work demonstrates that I am not alone in this view.'
‘Matthew Cain is a strategic mastermind, a technical guru, and a thoroughly nice man.'
- 'Matthew Shayle is the best of the younger generation of private client partners. Matt's technical expertise is matched by his charm.'
- 'Hannah Hughes is a brilliant lateral hire. The firm is lucky to have her.'
- 'George Badger is a stand out associate in this area with a very bright future.’
‘They are very good at advising entrepreneurial families and dealing with succession within those families. Commercial in their approach.'
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Tim Osborne; Stephen Green
Other key lawyers
Matthew Shayle; Matthew Cain; Stephen Pallister; Rose Chamberlayne; Hannah Hughes; George Badger