Clarke Willmott LLP excels in advising high-net worth and international clients on the full spectrum of issues, from tax planning to estate administration and trust management. Anthony Fairweather, Samantha Neagle and Emma Pope spearhead the practice. Neagle is an expert in the administration of complex estates and Pope advises on inheritance tax exemptions and reliefs. Carol Hawking’s varied caseload includes international estate planning, often involving complex estates with agricultural and business elements. David Maddock and Tom Chiffers are well-placed to advise on agricultural issues, while Jacqui Lazare is adept at handling trust matters, including vulnerable persons trusts and declarations of trust over property. Claire Johnson and Jeremy Bourke are also key contacts.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Carol Hawking appeared to answer questions before they had to be asked, a rare quality that demonstrated her considerable empathy. The other exceptional quality was her financial competence and acuity, evidently gained from accountancy training in a former career. Add to that the culture of kindness, intellect and effectiveness found in her obviously well trained colleagues.'
- ‘Technically excellent, willing to help, approachable, professional and just generally first class. Jeremy Bourke in particular, is an exceptional probate lawyer.’
Practice head
Anthony Fairweather; Samantha Neagle; Emma Pope
Other key lawyers
Carol Hawking; David Maddock; Tom Chiffers; Jacqui Lazare; Claire Johnson; Jeremy Bourke; Emma Barry