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Baker McKenzie

Family Offices & Funds Structuring

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : UK-wide


Baker McKenzie

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Family Offices & Funds Structuring - UK-wide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie combines expertise in private wealth and corporate law to service wealthy families globally. Its partners are adept at establishing complex family office structures and structuring sizeable investment funds.

Strengths

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  • The firm is prompt in response, very practical and are well spread globally. They are also experienced working with large clients.

    Family Offices & Funds Structuring respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Baker McKenzie's advice is very good and they are very attentive. They are also great on multi-jurisdictional issues.

    Family Offices & Funds Structuring respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Baker McKenzie co-ordinate well across their offices, which is really useful.

    Family Offices & Funds Structuring respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Phyllis Townsend
    Band 1Phyllis Townsend

    Phyllis Townsend

    Phyllis Townsend provides wealth management advice to affluent clients concerning their family offices. Her expertise in tax enables her to advise on investment ventures and restructuring issues.
    • Phyllis is a leader in the market. She is personable, very knowledgeable and the way she interacts with clients is fantastic.

      Family Offices & Funds Structuring respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Phyllis is knowledgeable, gives clear advice and can work on complex cross-jurisdictional matters.

      Family Offices & Funds Structuring respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Phyllis is a standout. She is a calm and measured person who has a strong technical background and is on top the detail.

      Family Offices & Funds Structuring respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 2Ashley Crossley
    Band 2Ashley Crossley

    Ashley Crossley

    Ashley Crossley heads up Baker Mckenzie's wealth management practice in London. Crossley advises on multi-jurisdictional investment structures, with particular experience establishing international asset-holding structures and family offices.

    • Ashley Crossley is excellent.

      Family Offices & Funds Structuring respondentHigh Net Worth

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