Our Private Client Solicitors Promise

Private Client services offer legal and financial advice to support individuals and families in managing, protecting, and transferring their personal wealth and assets.

Some of the most common services within Private Client include:

• Wills
• Probate
• Trusts
• Family Investment Companies
• Court of Protection and Deputyship
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Estate Planning
• Contesting a Will

Our team have extensive experience in supporting you in planning and prepare your estate so that you have peace of mind knowing your legacy is safeguarded for the future.

Planning your affairs is a crucial step to not only minimise tax liabilities but also ensure your estate is distributed in line with your wishes.

For instance, a will is a small aspect of Private Client work but without one your belongings and wealth will pass through what is known as the intestacy rules. This is a set structure which passes your wealth initially to a spouse or partner. However, if you pass away without leaving a surviving spouse you estate will pass in order to other family members.

You can read more about the Intestacy Rules in our blog What Are The Intestacy Rules And Who Inherits If There Is No Will?

The other key aspect of Private Client work is Estate and Tax Planning. With correct preparation tax can be minimised on the assets and property you pass to your family and friends.

It’s important to plan your affairs, particularly if you are unmarried, or have specific wishes for who inherits your estate.

Our team of Private Client solicitors are not only award-winning but also offer a personal, caring, and professional service.

We understand that planning your affairs is often a difficult and daunting task. Our team will guide you through each step, ensuring you fully understand what your wishes mean, the potential tax implications, and all options available to you.

Elisabeth Squires is the head of our Private Client department and not only does she demonstrate a caring and supportive nature to her clients but also champions this within her team. Recently, she was accredited with the STEP Private Client Rising Star Award 2024.

Some aspects of Private Client work can be completed fixed fee. 

For instance, we offer Wills at a fixed fee starting at £500 plus VAT. 

Most aspects of Private Client work are quite bespoke and costs vary on a case-by-case basis. Following an initial consultation, our team will provide you wish a clear and transparent fee estimate for the work you’ve requested so you have a full understanding of costs before instructing us.

Britton and Time Solicitors supprot clients from all walks of life and backgrounds.

If you’re looking for a full review of your specific circumstances, or looking for a one off service from our Private Client team, we can help.

Our clients range from mature clients with large estates who want to get their affairs in order to younger clients that are looking to plan for their future.

To speak with one of our Private Client team book a consultation today.

You can book a consultation by calling 0203 007 5500 or by completing the contact form on this page.