Family Offices & Funds Structuring
High Net Worth Guide 2024 : UK-wide
Band 1
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+44 20 7597 6364Chambers Review
Withers advises clients globally on a host of issues. The firm provides counsel to family offices on tax-efficient investments and trust restructuring arrangements.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I am beyond impressed with the capability of the team and their ability to respond to our unique needs with a very well thought out answer."
"They are technically strong with advice that navigates a clear path through to resolution. I find Withers to have the right blend of expert legal knowledge and practicality at each level."
"They are technically excellent and have the internal resources to assist with a range of different matters, all under one roof. They are always responsive and follow up on matters in a timely manner."
"I am beyond impressed with the capability of the team and their ability to respond to our unique needs with a very well thought out answer."
"They are technically strong with advice that navigates a clear path through to resolution. I find Withers to have the right blend of expert legal knowledge and practicality at each level."
"They are technically excellent and have the internal resources to assist with a range of different matters, all under one roof. They are always responsive and follow up on matters in a timely manner."
Notable Practitioners
Ceri Vokes is an expert in advising family offices on tax and wealth planning. She often acts on matters both domestically and internationally.
"Ceri's effective communication and ability to smoothly navigate clients through legal technicalities make her a go-to candidate for a wide variety of instructions."
"She is one of the most collegiate lawyers I've ever come across. She's very bright but has an amazing human and compassionate side to her."
"Ceri is just a great person to work with, in every respect."
Claire Harris is head of the European family office team at Withers. She advises on tax, trust and estate planning for international high net worth clients.
"Claire is a delight to work with. She is technically excellent and has a very good manner with clients when explaining complex matters."
"Claire has become one of our most trusted advisers. She always goes above and beyond, and her network of other advisers is second to none."
"I've worked with her for a long time now and she's extremely able, professional, courteous and knows her stuff."