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Matt is a Partner in our Wills, Trusts and Probate team. He is a trusted adviser to families in the UK and abroad, helping them structure their affairs for a secure future. With over a decade of experience in tax, trusts and estate planning, he provides clear, strategic guidance to ensure the responsible stewardship and seamless transition of multigenerational wealth.

Matt works closely with families to carefully arrange their assets in line with long-term objectives, collaborating with other professionals to safeguard wealth across generations. He provides thoughtful guidance to navigate the complexities of inheritance, enabling families to reflect their values in their plans and achieve philanthropic goals. Known for his respectful and sensitive approach, Matt skilfully addresses complex family dynamics to deliver the best possible outcomes.

Matt has been recognised by The Legal 500 over multiple years, reflecting his expertise and reputation within the personal tax, trusts and probate field. He has twice been honoured as an eprivateclient NextGen Leader and has also featured in the eprivateclient Top 35 Under 35 list, reinforcing his standing as a trusted and respected adviser in the industry and reflecting his commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Beyond his professional life, Matt is a proud dad to four energetic children, and values spending quality time with his family.

Expertise

  • Advising on and preparing Powers of Attorney

  • Estate and inheritance tax planning to help families secure their financial futures

  • Drafting wills tailored to clients' unique circumstances and succession objectives

  • Supporting generational wealth transfers with thoughtful and strategic guidance

  • Advising on the creation, administration and tax implications of trusts, including charitable trusts

  • Business owner planning to ensure smooth succession and sustainability of family business interests

  • Assisting families in establishing and managing Family Investment Companies

  • Handling probate and estate administration, including cross-jurisdictional issues

‘Matthew Briggs is a very collaborative individual with a pleasant client manner. He is responsive, technically sound and a pleasure to deal with.’

Legal 500

2025

‘I worked with Matthew Briggs and his technical ability, client service and attention to detail is exceptional.'

Legal 500

2025

'Matthew Briggs is so user friendly, a consummate professional.’

Legal 500

2025

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