International tax expert Deborah Carrivick heads up Birketts LLP’s private client offering in the firm’s Bristol office. The team is adept at handling a wide range of issues, from non-domiciliary taxation and cross-border succession matters, to lifetime tax planning, family investment companies and trust work. Alongside Carrivick, Jane Johnson and Yasmin Metcalfe are key contacts. Johnson routinely advises US-based clients on transactions in the UK, while Metcalfe has a particular niche advising law firms on the establishment and governance of trust corporations. All three relocated to Bristol in November 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very personable and constructive. Able to find solutions to difficult issues.’
‘Deborah Carrivick is both friendly and professional, spearheading growth in the private client team.'
'Jane Johnson is very capable and an excellent draftsperson. ’
‘Excellent knowledge and an approachable team.’
‘Deep knowledge and subject matter expertise.’
‘Regionally excellent.’
Practice head
Deborah Carrivick
Other key lawyers
Jane Johnson; Yasmin Metcalfe