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Howard Kennedy LLP

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : London (Firms)

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Howard Kennedy LLP

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We advise individuals, families, trustees and family offices on the legal issues that shape wealth, family interests and lasting legacies. Acting for high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and internationally connected families, we help clients preserve, grow and transfer wealth across generations. Combining technical excellence with a personal and discreet approach, we provide practical guidance, clarity and confidence at every stage.

We support clients through key life events, including marriage, separation, children, property transactions, business succession, retirement and bereavement. Our advice covers estate and succession planning, philanthropy, wealth structuring, estate administration and dispute resolution.

Private wealth matters often span jurisdictions, generations and legal disciplines. Tax, family, property, immigration and contentious issues are frequently interconnected and require a coordinated approach. Our team brings together expertise in private wealth, family law, trusts and estates disputes, residential property, immigration, employment, charitable giving and art and cultural property. Working across these disciplines and with trusted advisers where needed, we deliver tailored, joined-up advice that ensures continuity, clarity and confidence across our clients' affairs.

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Private Wealth Law - London (Firms)

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Howard Kennedy advises clients on a wide array of private wealth matters, such as trusts and tax, succession and estate planning, restructuring and foundations.

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Strengths

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  • Howard Kennedy has a lot of bright and nimble minds in the department, backed up by a large amount of experience. There is nothing onshore or offshore, contentious or non-contentious that they cannot deal with. They are a very friendly and easy team to deal with.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • In addition to technical excellence, Howard Kennedy distinguishes itself with a client-focused approach. They are highly attuned to sensitive issues, communicate clearly and empathetically, and tailor their advice to align with client objectives and personal circumstances.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Howard Kennedy are very clear in their communication and advice, and very thorough.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Howard Kennedy possess a strong and detailed knowledge of offshore trust legislation, a strong rapport with the client and a willingness to get on top of the detail.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Liz Palmer
    Liz Palmer

    Liz Palmer

    Liz Palmer is a consultant in the private client team at Howard Kennedy, and advises clients on domestic and cross-border tax planning, wills, succession plans and trusts.

    • Liz has a very quick and incisive legal mind and is excellent with clients.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Dealing with Liz Palmer has been terrific. She not only understands the legal issues but is also pragmatic in getting to answers. She is very easy to work with from a professional perspective, good with clients and always thinking from different angles.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Liz Palmer is excellent. She has very good technical knowledge but is also pragmatic and has common sense.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Liz is great in all she does. She has lots of knowledge and a great sense of humour too.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Simon Malkiel
    Simon Malkiel

    Simon Malkiel

    Simon Malkiel focuses his practice on assisting clients with domestic and international asset protection, tax and succession matters. Malkiel is also a chartered tax adviser.

    • Simon is consistently excellent. He is highly responsive and very attuned to his clients' needs.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Simon has great expertise, is always helpful and is a problem solver.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Simon is a great, thoughtful lawyer.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Simon is professional, technical and client-friendly.

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  • John Annetts
    John Annetts

    John Annetts

    John Annetts is the head of private wealth at Howard Kennedy. Annetts handles tax and succession planning matters, as well as wills, probate and estate administration.

    • John is professional, friendly and technical.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • John is razor-sharp on tax and is excellent with accounting and figures. He is always unflappable.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Laura Lea
    Laura Lea

    Laura Lea

    Laura Lea is an associate at Howard Kennedy focusing on wills, trusts, estate planning and inheritance tax. She often assists with complex asset structures for wealthy families.

    • Laura is joy to work with. She is laser-focused on outcomes and the bigger picture while maintaining a complete mastery of detail.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • I have found Laura to be very able, responsive and sensible in her approach to difficult issues.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Laura is knowledgeable and approachable.

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