Private Wealth Law

Tughans has a well-regarded team in the local market, assisting its high net worth clients with complex international estate planning and administration matters.

"While being easy to talk to and giving a clear understanding of what is required, they still remain very professional with good team backup. I have always received a quick response to my requests."

"Tughans has very capable and approachable professionals across the property and private client teams. It is very strong, with a wide breadth of experience across all estate planning issues."

"Tughans have the full breadth of various departments, stocked with a myriad of experienced staff. They exude confidence that all matters can be handled competently."

Fiona Kirkpatrick was promoted to the partnership at Tughans in June 2023. She advises on complex and high-value trust and estate planning and administration matters. "Fiona Kirkpatrick has shown qualities not only of a confident, intelligent, professional and experienced lawyer but also of a kind and compassionate person, which is just as important." "Fiona is an excellent private client lawyer. She has the requisite knowledge and experience that enables her to grabble with complex estate planning matters efficiently." "Fiona has always provided excellent service with a high level of dedication and sophistication, dealing with normal transactions. She has the commercial awareness to overcome and resolve any issues." "Fiona is eminently pleasant, courteous and professional. She instantly gives reassurance that you are in safe hands and are being heard. Fiona delivers on timescales and manages expectations well." "Fiona has wide experience in contentious probate matters. Operating from a deep knowledge base, she gave sound guidance and her level of sophistication was very strong."