Private Wealth Law

The team at Irwin Mitchell handles private client matters including probate, estate planning and trusts. "The Thames Valley team are always available to provide instant answers to tricky legal questions," says an interviewee, adding: "They are excellent at tax planning and private client wealth matters."

One source comments: "They are caring, efficient and have always explained legal aspects and their implications in detail to me." Another remarks: "They work very collaboratively, they are very responsive and they get back to me and to the clients." A third source says: "They converse with clients in a straightforward, professional yet empathetic manner."

Notable practitioners

Andrew Parry handles estate, trust and tax planning for high net worth individuals and business owners. He also has particular experience assisting rural estates.

Sarah Phillips advises high net worth individuals on wills, trusts and tax planning. A commentator remarks: "She is very clear in her advice and makes it easy to understand. Her attention to detail and willingness to help in a variety of areas is absolutely great. I trust her implicitly." A peer adds: "She is genuinely delightful to deal with."