Private Wealth Law
High Net Worth Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 2
Contact number
+1 202 861 1500Chambers Review
BakerHostetler offers trust and estate administration, business succession planning and tax services, among others, to wealthy individuals.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The attorneys I am working with are all highly skilled and experienced. It is evident that the entire team communicates on the matters handled on our behalf and coordinates the work to be completed."
"BakerHostetler's attorneys break down complex structures and planning into very understandable pieces. The team is also aware of other areas of law that may affect current and future planning."
"BakerHostetler LLP is very detail-oriented, always digging into the root of the issue and consistently providing sound legal advice. We have consistently been put in the right hands."
"The team has well-prepared checklists, playbooks and demonstrated extensive experience. It is seasoned when it comes to handling and setting up trust agreements for high net worth individuals."
"The team has the appropriate knowledge, and goes above and beyond on all additional requests. Everyone has been fantastic, everything is answered almost instantaneously with professionalism."
"The attorneys I am working with are all highly skilled and experienced. It is evident that the entire team communicates on the matters handled on our behalf and coordinates the work to be completed."
"BakerHostetler's attorneys break down complex structures and planning into very understandable pieces. The team is also aware of other areas of law that may affect current and future planning."
"BakerHostetler LLP is very detail-oriented, always digging into the root of the issue and consistently providing sound legal advice. We have consistently been put in the right hands."
"The team has well-prepared checklists, playbooks and demonstrated extensive experience. It is seasoned when it comes to handling and setting up trust agreements for high net worth individuals."
"The team has the appropriate knowledge, and goes above and beyond on all additional requests. Everyone has been fantastic, everything is answered almost instantaneously with professionalism."
Notable Practitioners
Edward Beckwith has impressive tax expertise, advising on tax optimisation strategies for high net worth families, their businesses and charitable endeavours.
"He is incredibly smart and easy to work with. He has a great technical background and is practical in his approach. I enjoy working with him."
Jonathan Forster manages the North East practice of BakerHostetler's private wealth group. Forster has a wealth of experience in private wealth, with particular experience in legacy management work.
"Jonathan M Forster's level of service and professionalism is unmatched."
"Jonathan M Forster is a go-to resource for complex estate and trust planning."
"Jon is a great legal mind with strong experience and knowledge. He is very customer-focused and always strives to provide the highest quality of customer service."
"Jonathan is an expert in his field and a great adviser on estate planning strategies. He reaches out on a personal level often and it is great to work with him."
Rebecca Manicone's clients include a range of high net worth families and business owners. Manicone has particular expertise in tax and legacy-related work.
"Rebecca explained every step of the process, providing practical guidance and solutions. She is very thorough with her documentation and follow-up notes after every meeting."
"Rebecca S Manicone's ability to piece together the various elements in complex planning set her apart in this specialty."
"Rebecca S Manicone is an expert in her field and a great adviser on estate planning strategies. She is a caring person and it is great working with her."
Ranked Individuals at
BakerHostetler LLP
District of Columbia