Private wealth solicitors
We are leading UK private wealth lawyers here to help you and your family with bespoke solutions and specialist legal advice.
Trusted, partner-led advice to help you protect your assets, family and future.
Our private wealth lawyers offer a partner led approach to meet the needs of you and your family – our aim is to be more than just a lawyer.
We can guide you in either in your personal life or in roles as a director, manager, trustee, owner of land, property or a business.
As leading UK private wealth lawyers, we support a range of individuals and families with a variety of different circumstances, some more complex than others, our high-net-worth individuals often require specialist advice on more complex legal and financials issues, from bespoke high value residential property transactions, wealth and asset protection for future generations, or high-net worth-divorces with complex asset and property.
- Boyes Turner is recognised as one of the UK’s leading Private Wealth Law Firms.
- Bespoke legal solutions designed around your individual circumstances.
- Many of our clients remain with us for years, relying on our guidance through major life events.
- Vast experience advising clients with overseas assets, international families and cross-border interests.
Specialist private wealth services
Wills
Ensure your wishes are clearly outlined, and your estate is distributed according to your preferences.
Trusts
Trusts are powerful tools for asset protection, offering flexibility in managing your estate, reducing tax liabilities, and protecting assets from potential creditors.
Inheritance tax planning
We offer expert advice on how to reduce your inheritance tax liabilities. Through strategic planning, we can help you preserve more of your wealth for future generations and minimise the tax burden on your estate.
Divorce and separation
Our family law experts offer sensitive and practical advice on the financial implications of divorce or separation, helping you reach fair outcomes while safeguarding your assets and maintaining family stability.
Residential property
Expert guidance on buying, selling, or transferring residential property, including high-value homes, buy to let and investment properties.
Estate planning
Whether for your family business or personal assets, we offer expert guidance in estate planning. This ensures a smooth transition of assets or business ownership, preserving your legacy for future generations.
Prenuptial agreements
Protect your assets and provide financial certainty before marriage with a carefully tailored prenuptial agreement.
Postnuptial agreements
Formalise financial arrangements during marriage with a bespoke postnuptial agreement designed to safeguard your future interests.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Plan for the future by appointing someone to manage your financial and healthcare decisions if you become unable to do so.
Contentious probate
Resolving disputes over wills, estates and inheritance matters with clear, strategic legal advice.
Probate
Our experienced team provides clear, compassionate guidance through all aspects of probate from obtaining grants of representation to administering estates efficiently.
Court of Protection
If someone is no longer able to make decisions for themselves, a deputy can be appointed. This legal route ensures their financial and personal decisions are made in their best interests.
Philanthropy and charitable giving
Give with confidence, maximize your charitable legacy, and ensure your philanthropy makes a lasting difference with our support.
Private wealth and family businesses
Business tax planning
We offer tailored advice to help you navigate complex tax regulations, optimise your business structure, and identify opportunities for tax efficiency.
Business succession planning
Whether you’re passing it to family, co-owners, or external buyers, we’ll ensure a smooth, structured transition.
Exiting a business
When it’s time to exit your business, whether through a sale, transfer, or succession, we provide comprehensive legal support to ensure a smooth and tax-efficient transition.
Business interests in divorce
If you own a business, we can help protect your business interests in the event of a divorce. Our solicitors ensure that your company is shielded from unnecessary division or disruption during marital settlements.
Business Lasting Powers of Attorney
We help you put robust plans in place by appointing trusted individuals to make business decisions on your behalf if you’re ever unable to do so.
Family investment companies
We can advise on the creation and structuring of Family Investment Companies as an effective tool for wealth preservation and succession planning, offering control, flexibility, and potential tax efficiencies.
Employee ownership trusts
We guide clients through establishing an Employee Ownership Trust, helping you secure the future of your business while rewarding your team and ensuring a smooth transfer of ownership.
Governance issues
From shareholder agreements to board structures, we provide tailored legal advice to help you navigate governance challenges, maintain control, and ensure your business operates smoothly and compliantly.
International considerations
With experience in cross-border matters, we offer expert advice on international tax, residency, permanent establishments to protect your international business.
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Why choose our private wealth solicitors?
Personalised
We deliver an exceptional level of service, tailored to the unique circumstances of each client. Our Private Wealth team takes the time to understand your objectives in detail, working collaboratively to protect, preserve, and enhance your assets across generations.
Transparent
We are proactive communicators who keep you informed at every stage. Timescales, progress, and costs are clearly explained, and every action we take is measured against your wider financial and personal goals to ensure cost-effectiveness and value.
Holistic
Beyond legal advice, we work closely with trusted professionals including financial advisers, tax specialists, accountants, and wealth managers, to provide comprehensive, joined-up support for your estate and personal affairs.
Leading law firm
Boyes Turner is consistently ranked as a leading law firm by Chambers UK and The Legal 500. We are a full service law firm, so when additional expertise is required, we collaborate seamlessly with colleagues across our private client, property, family law, and dispute resolution teams to deliver an integrated and exceptional service.
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