About

Provided by Keystone Law

Keystone Law’s London private client practice is recognised for its expertise in advising high-net-worth individuals with international connections. The team provides comprehensive guidance on UK tax planning, succession strategies, asset protection, and the establishment and operation of offshore structures.

Their prestigious client base includes royalty, senior government officials, and some of the world’s wealthiest individuals—many of whom are featured on the Forbes and Sunday Times Rich Lists. Keystone Law is also frequently engaged by entrepreneurs at various stages of their wealth creation journey, offering strategic advice on long-term planning and structuring.

The offshore team collaborates closely with family offices, international law firms, trustees, and leading private banks and asset managers. They advise settlors and trustees on the creation, management, and administration of trusts, as well as handling complex cross-border probate and estate matters.

Keystone Law maintains strong working relationships with top-tier intermediaries and institutions including Credit Suisse, Julius Baer, Lloyds Private Bank, C Hoare & Co, and Rathbones. The team also partners with award-winning offshore advisers such as Saffery Champness, Fiducia, Walkers LLP, Cavendish Fiduciary (Jersey), Ogier, and Wilberforce Chambers.

Based in London, the team delivers a discreet and bespoke service to an elite global clientele.

Chambers Review

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Private Wealth Law - London (Firms)

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Keystone Law offers private wealth advice across trusts, estate planning, tax, and wills, serving a notably high-value client base. The firm is highly regarded by clients for their responsiveness, eye for details and clarity of advice.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Alex Boothman
5
Alex Boothman
5
Band 5

Alex Boothman of Keystone Law advises high net worth clients on trusts, tax, and wealth structuring matters.

Alex Boothman is a pleasure to work with; he is commercially aware and technically astute - all you need in legal representation.

It was a pleasure working with Alex. His knowledge, experience, analysis, care and depth all played a role in providing superior and creative results to our client.

Alex gives clear instructions, has an excellent manner, is approachable and has good knowledge of the property market.

Alex has excellent technical knowledge of trust and inheritance tax issues. He is able to convey complex matters to individual clients in a clear and understandable way.

Barry Adamson
5
Barry Adamson
5
Band 5
Barry Adamson of Keystone Law has expertise across a broad range of private wealth matters, including trusts, wills and tax.

I have huge respect for Barry, he understands complex matters, has a depth of experience and excellent empathy.

Barry is extraordinary - he goes above and beyond what you would expect from him and is extremely knowledgeable.

Luke Micallef Trigona
U
Luke Micallef Trigona
U
Up and Coming

Luke Micallef Trigona focuses on advising affluent individuals, families, and companies on trusts, wills and tax planning. He is particularly noted for his commercial awareness.

Luke is perhaps one of the most commercially aware and visionary solicitors I have ever worked with.

Luke is a dedicated and caring professional. He will leave no stone unturned in attending to a client’s requirements.

He is commercially astute and good to work with.

Ranked Individuals at
Keystone Law

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Private Wealth Law

Alex Boothman
5
Alex Boothman
5
Band 5
Barry Adamson
5
Barry Adamson
5
Band 5
Luke Micallef Trigona
U
Luke Micallef Trigona
U
Up and Coming