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Our private wealth team in Manchester provides a comprehensive private client service for individuals including those of ultra-high net worth and for companies, trusts, charities and foundations:
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Weightmans' private client solicitors advise wealthy individuals and families on trusts, Inheritance Tax planning, probate and family investment companies.
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Weightmans have an excellent communication style which builds trust and confidence among delegates.
The advice from Weightmans is accurate, practical, delivered on time and in an exceptionally professional manner.
Weightmans provide a very personal service and are very knowledgeable and professional.
Weightmans have a detail-oriented approach. They maintain meticulous records, ensure accuracy in legal documents and catch potential errors or inconsistencies before they arise.
The team clearly work very well together and put clients' needs as a priority.
Weightmans have an excellent communication style which builds trust and confidence among delegates.
The advice from Weightmans is accurate, practical, delivered on time and in an exceptionally professional manner.
Weightmans provide a very personal service and are very knowledgeable and professional.
Weightmans have a detail-oriented approach. They maintain meticulous records, ensure accuracy in legal documents and catch potential errors or inconsistencies before they arise.
The team clearly work very well together and put clients' needs as a priority.
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Richard Bate is head of Weightmans' national wills, trusts and estates team. He is noted by interviewees for his approach to matters and his client-handling skills.
Richard clearly leads the private client team with immense passion, knowledge and drive.
Richard is a seasoned private client lawyer with great insight and exceptional client service.
Richard Bate is very experienced, straight to the point, and easy to understand and communicate with.
Richard is extremely knowledgeable, professional and efficient.
David McGuire is a partner at Weightmans who deals with contested wills and estates, among other matters.
David really knows his stuff and delivers an excellent service.
We wouldn’t have got where we have without David’s knowledge or help.
I've been impressed by his work, navigating a complex case astutely as well as giving well-written and well-reasoned correspondence on his client's behalf.
David has been great to work with. He is always transparent on any financial impact and invoicing.
David is an expert with a subtle and nuanced understanding of the application of the law to this particular case.
Lorraine Wilson advises clients on wills, trusts, powers of attorney and probate.
Lorraine is extremely efficient, utterly reliable and dealt with a complex matter with great clarity and precision.
Lorraine has managed some difficult workstreams and issues, across jurisdictions, in a very collaborative way.
Lorraine was extremely professional, knowledgeable and personable. She achieved everything I expected.
Lorraine is extremely knowledgeable and builds trust as well as confidence with delegates and clients.
The whole process with Lorraine was professional, efficient and transparent.
Sally Cook is a principal associate and legal director in Weightmans' wills, trusts and estates team.
Sally always takes the time to thoroughly explain any queries we have and makes us feel safe to ask the questions we may not fully understand.
Sally is a delight to work with. She is professional, great at communication and she follows up.
Sally is pragmatic, solutions-focused and knows what her clients need. Her approach is collaborative. I really feel she works with her clients to get the best for them.
Sally had patience in explaining the intricacies of the wills and did not make us feel rushed in any way, taking time to ensure we understood all aspects.
Sally is excellent. She is professional, knowledgeable and empathetic.