Private Wealth Law - Bristol and surrounds
What the Team is Known For
Clarke Willmott is experienced in complex and often international trust matters, estate planning, and wills and probate.
Strengths
"Clarke Willmott has an excellent range of expertise. They have a sufficient team with specialists in almost all commercial/property/trusts work and are impressive throughout."
"They have always guided me wisely with knowledge and a clear understanding, and took time to explain the full implications of the situation. They have ensured that I was fully supported at all times."
"We have full confidence in their technical knowledge. We are always provided with swift responses to our queries."
Notable Practitioners
Bonita Walters is a private wealth law practitioner and lead partner for the firm's contentious trusts and probates team. She is engaged in high-value disputes, with international experience, and is highly regarded by clients and barristers. "Bonita Walters leads the team. She is an intelligent, thoughtful and effective litigator. She has a real strength in depth and is first-rate." "Bonita is a highly skilled and strong lawyer who has overseen my litigation and claim with dedication. She is highly competent and I have always had 100% faith in her skills as a lawyer." "Bonita Walters is really fierce for the client. She's going to take all of the steps she can to fight her client's corner."
David Maddock is experienced in complex and high-value private client work, including tax planning, wills and estates planning and succession structures. "David always produces sound and measured advice." "David is really collaborative to work with and technically excellent."
Tom Chiffers is a partner in the private capital team at Clarke Willmott specialising in tax advice for agricultural families, businesses and private individuals. He is experienced in inheritance tax and succession planning.
Emily Jenkins is a senior associate at Clarke Willmott and has expertise in trust disputes. "Emily Jenkins has excellent legal knowledge. She is very good at client handling, providing very good and smooth service."