Irwin Mitchell is noted for its expertise spanning high-value tax planning and property transactions to environmental concerns and succession planning issues. Kat Wainman leads the practice, advising high-net-worth landed estate owners on restructuring, asset protection and succession planning work. James Laycock is well versed in contentious will validity and inheritance claims, while Tom Wainman excels in asset protection, succession and capital taxation advice.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- Much of my work is with Richard Smaller, who is brilliant.
- They dovetail well with an excellent tax department.
- Excellent team with very good knowledge of issues surrounding the taxation of agricultural estates.
- Danni Brannon and Laura Pang are both very knowledgeable and great with clients.
Key clients
- Highclere Castle Estate, Hampshire & Berkshire
- Caravan & Motorhome Club
Practice head
Kat Wainman
Other key lawyers
James Laycock; Tom Wainman