Chambers Review
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Private Wealth Law - London (Firms)
What the Team is Known For
Sullivan & Cromwell’s London private wealth practice is noted for its cross-border capabilities, and is particularly sought after for UK/US trust and estate advice.
Strengths
Sullivan & Cromwell is responsive even outside of normal business hours. The team is also acutely aware of trends within the industry.
Sullivan & Cromwell's ability to work collaboratively with clients and other specialist advisers ensures that optimal solutions are delivered to clients and at the highest standard of service.
The team is very diligent and consistently provided quick answers.
Notable practitioners
Basil Zirinis of Sullivan & Cromwell is highly regarded for his work in international private wealth. He advises ultra high net worth clients on trusts, estate planning and wealth structuring.
Basil is a consummate professional. I respect his knowledge, expertise and delivery. He is also kind and generous, which is important.
Basil Zirinis is a fountain of knowledge and is very responsive.
Basil is a truly amazing lawyer, he can advice on everything and anything to do with private clients.
Basil is a senior lawyer, who is very experienced and has worked with a lot of extremely wealthy families, so knows how they think and that is helpful to us.
Basil is extremely effective in his work; he has great knowledge and the ability to communicate complex issues with ease. He is just a masterclass in how to manage clients.
Elizabeth Kubanik of Sullivan & Cromwell is well regarded for her practice in international private wealth planning. She advises ultra high net worth clients on tax, family governance and wealth structuring.
Elizabeth is incredibly hard-working, very impressive and a brilliant client-handler.
Elizabeth offers the highest standard of technical knowledge and client service.