Private Wealth Law
High Net Worth Guide 2024 : New York
Band 4
Contact number
+1 212 819 8200Chambers Review
White & Case is known for its international practice and advises high net worth individuals and families on their private wealth law matters, including trust and estate administration and multi-jurisdictional planning. The firm is particularly well regarded for its ability to handle sophisticated cross-border private wealth disputes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers at White & Case routinely and adeptly handle very complex matters concerning estates, trusts, and related litigation matters. They have a very deep bench with many excellent attorneys."
"They have very strong and responsive lawyers. I have been very impressed with their knowledge. They have a good team of lawyers with a wide range of skill sets."
"They are exceedingly professional, maintaining an approachability and sensitivity to clients' needs. They are not simply drafting legal work, but are helping clients navigate difficult situations."
"The lawyers at White & Case routinely and adeptly handle very complex matters concerning estates, trusts, and related litigation matters. They have a very deep bench with many excellent attorneys."
"They have very strong and responsive lawyers. I have been very impressed with their knowledge. They have a good team of lawyers with a wide range of skill sets."
"They are exceedingly professional, maintaining an approachability and sensitivity to clients' needs. They are not simply drafting legal work, but are helping clients navigate difficult situations."
Notable Practitioners
Michael Kavoukjian represents high net worth clients on contentious private wealth law matters. He is renowned for his cross-border work and depth of trust and estate knowledge.
"Michael is an exceptional lawyer in his technical legal skills and business skills, which is the key combination of qualities. He’s just a terrific person to deal with, in New York and Miami."
"He was very good in explaining things in a way the client could understand."
"I definitely appreciate how knowledgeable he is. He checks everything from every angle, so I know that if there's a new issue, he's on it right away. I feel like any issue is easily solved."
Kerry O’Rourke Perri acts for high net worth clients on a range of matters, including estate, trust and tax planning.
"Kerry is a very astute lawyer and has great attention to detail."
"She's very organised and very client service-minded."
"Kerry is always professional and responsive. She's an attorney who prides herself in continual learning. She is dynamic in her ability to respond to changes in the law and client circumstances."
Barrye Wall is experienced in advising high net worth clients on cross-border private wealth matters, particularly in Southeast Asia. Sources have particular high regards for Wall's client service skills.
"Barrye Wall is a trusted, sophisticated and service-oriented adviser. Barrye completely understands the commercial aspects of the work and effectively guides clients to successful outcomes."
"Barrye is excellent to work with. He has a very calm demeanour and is able to pick up complex issues quickly. He is also great at ensuring all matters are completed in a timely manner."
"Barrye has got a phenomenal practice. He is highly responsive, his advice is always very astute, and he's good strategically. He understands his clients' needs very well."
Christopher Lacaria is a partner in White & Case's private wealth department. Lacaria is experienced in advising high net worth individuals and families on trust and estate planning and administration.
"I have extreme confidence in Chris. He's a true team player on whatever we need."
"Chris is an excellent lawyer and a pleasure to work with."
"Chris is an incredibly sharp, efficient and thoughtful attorney. He can easily and deftly handle the most sophisticated and complex estate planning and structuring work."
Ranked Individuals at
White & Case LLP
New York