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Thackray Williams

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Kent

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Our Private Wealth team brings together the expertise of our solicitors from our private client, family, real estate, corporate and commercial teams to ensure our clients receive a seamless, multi-disciplinary service, with appropriate, bespoke and specialist advice. We provide strategic and comprehensive advice for individuals with significant financial wealth.

We address the full range of complex issues, including Wills, Trusts, Tax Planning, Administration of Estates and Elderly and Vulnerable Client services and succession planning

We work in close partnership with our clients and collaborate with their existing financial advisors, accountants and other professionals to ensure a unified and effective approach to protecting their wealth.

Our services include:

• Asset Protection - safeguarding wealth through Trusts, Family Investment Companies, and legal agreements (e.g., Pre/Post-nuptials, Declarations of Trust).

• Business Succession: plan for the future ownership and management of businesses, focusing on tax-efficient transfers and dispute resolution

• Family Dynamics: help establish clear communication and governance to navigate complex relationships and potential conflicts within wealthy families.

• International Considerations: provide guidance on the complexities of cross-border assets and international tax/estate planning.

• Lasting Powers of Attorney

• Philanthropy

• Separation & Divorce

• Tax Planning - Trusts, charitable giving

• Wills & Estate Administration

Chambers Review

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Private Wealth Law - Kent

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The team at Thackray Williams advises clients on a range of private client matters, including estate planning and administration, trusts and tax.

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Strengths

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  • I rate Thackray William's ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters very highly. The team demonstrates strong technical depth across private client and trust-related issues and is comfortable dealing with other jurisdictions, family dynamics and long-term planning considerations. What stands out is also their ability to apply technical knowledge in a practical and well-judged way, while keeping solutions clear and proportionate.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Thackray Williams stands out not only for its technical legal expertise, but the genuine care and humanity with which the team approaches every case. They do not treat matters as files or transactions; they advocate for their clients as if they were members of their own family. I have consistently seen a level of compassion, patience and presence that is very rare.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Thackray Williams provide professionalism, a can-do attitude and knowledge of the law. They do what they say they will; no surprises.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • The team at Thackray Williams is highly personable and professional in its approach to clients.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Thackray Williams always take on client cases with enormous professionalism and care. They are extremely accessible and knowledgeable.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Elliot Lewis
    Elliot Lewis

    Elliot Lewis

    Elliot Lewis advises wealthy clients on complex estate and trust matters.

    • Elliot Lewis is approachable and knowledgeable.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Elliot Lewis has supported clients with various needs. He has a strong technical background but ensures clients are able to understand the advice.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Elliot Lewis is a truly excellent practitioner and extremely client-friendly.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Elliot Lewis is widely respected not only by clients and the local professional community, but also by peers within the Court of Protection and private client field. What truly distinguishes Elliot is his ability to combine technical excellence with genuine humanity.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Elliot Lewis is very experienced and personable. He has great knowledge, immediately puts clients at ease and shows real empathy for their situation.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Nima Stepney
    Nima Stepney

    Nima Stepney

    Nima Stepney advises clients on succession, trusts, probate and Court of Protection matters. Interviewees praise Stepney for her outstanding client management skills, especially with vulnerable individuals.

    • Nima Stepney is excellent.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Nima Stepney is very conscientious.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Nima Stepney is very experienced and personable. She has good knowledge and great interpersonal skills.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Nima Stepney is very knowledgeable and professional.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Nima combines outstanding ability with genuine compassion, patience and clarity, which is particularly important when supporting vulnerable clients and families in sensitive and emotionally charged situations. What truly distinguishes Nima is her natural commercial instinct and creative approach.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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