Private Wealth Law

Simon Malkiel focuses his practice on assisting clients with domestic and international asset protection, tax and succession matters. Simon is also a chartered tax adviser.

"Simon specialises on the inheritance tax side and estate planning, he is very responsive, straightforward and an expert."

"Simon deals with complex high profile tax planning matters extremely well. He is technically a good lawyer, capable of thinking creatively and comes up with interesting ideas."

"Simon is extremely good technically but really good with clients, has a great way of explaining things but really sympathetic. When he talks to you, feels like you're the only person in the room."

Liz Palmer leads the private client team at the firm, and advises clients on domestic and cross-border tax planning, wills, succession plans and trusts.

"Liz provides a strong sense of direction, great technical knowledge and the ability to bring clarity to complexity."

"Liz is professional, friendly and approachable. Liz also understands when to go forward or take a step back."

"Liz is a very bright lawyer. She is friendly but incisive and determined."

"Liz Palmer is very knowledgeable and presents the advice in a way that is easy to understand."

John Annetts handles tax and succession planning matters, as well as wills, probate and estate administration.

"John is a first-class lawyer and adviser. He is technically very sound, is a problem solver and extremely approachable."

Reshmi Manekporia is respected in particular for her international private wealth work, and she is especially well known for advising Middle Eastern clients on Shari'a-related matters.

"Reshmi has particular expertise in Shari'a planning."