Private Wealth Law

Aaron & Partners is a leading firm in the Chester legal market. Its wills, trusts and tax team advises wealthy individuals and families on tax and succession planning, estate administration and private client disputes.

"The firm has guided us through the probate procedure with good and timely advice."

"The team is very competent, professional and able to deal with any queries promptly."

"From business to personal law with a number of sector specialisms, I believe that Aaron & Partners has a competent and experienced team."

Clive Pointon is head of wills, trusts and tax at the firm. Pointon is a highly active and esteemed practitioner. "Clive Pointon is very knowledgeable and competent across his domain." "Clive continues to be a market-leading professional."

James Wallace is an expert in contentious private client matters, including will challenges and Inheritance Act claims. "I find him very easy to work with, very clear in his objectives, and he understands the pressures clients are under. His advice is very practical." "James Wallace is very courteous, respects differing approaches and looks for solutions." "His service and expertise are second to none. Clients are valued, and outstanding service and expertise is delivered."

Rowena Ridgway is a partner in the firm who specialises in all non-contentious aspects of wills, trusts and estates. "Rowena was friendly while maintaining professionalism. I was very confident with the knowledge she showed." "Rowena is a trusted adviser who is able to deal with all aspects of post-death estate administration and more complex cross-border estates."

Paul Caslin is an associate solicitor at Aaron & Partners who specialises in non-contentious wills, trusts and tax matters. "Paul Caslin is very personable on the sensitive subject of wills and estate planning." "Paul Caslin was unfaultable really. He was really organised and his ability to keep everyone in the loop was a real strength."

Sarah Henderson is an associate solicitor at the law firm, providing clients with advice on a range of non-contentious issues including wills, powers of attorney, and trust and estate administration. "Sarah is a highly talented solicitor and is a valuable asset to her company." "From start to finish, Sarah carried out the work requested of her with a high degree of professionalism, dedication and sensitivity to the cause. She has an approachable and friendly style."

Vlad Macdonald-Munteanu is a senior associate in Aaron & Partners' contested wills, trusts and estates team. "Vlad is very competent and has a very good bedside manner in terms of getting his clients through difficult situations." "Vlad Macdonald-Munteanu is a very capable lawyer with a measured approach and clear vision to succeed in a case, bringing clarity in his advice." "Vlad is very personable, easy to work with, and his communication is impeccable. He is diligent, eager and outcome-focused but also suitably pragmatic."