Withers LLP, Private Wealth Law | Chambers High Net Worth Profile

About

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Withers Bergman LLP, also known as Withersworldwide outside of the United States, is one of the world's best-known (and most sought-after) law firms for privately held capital, in particular, among multi-generational, high net worth, and ultrahigh net worth families to service their sophisticated legal needs. With 17 global offices, including Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, California, London, Hong Kong, and Singapore, and over 200 attorneys globally, including 100 in the US, we are incredibly well placed to advise on cross-border issues.

We are highly regarded in all aspects of traditional private wealth law but what sets us apart is our highly quantitative approach to practicing and servicing our clients. Our innovative lawyers customize, develop, and implement sophisticated investment tools, planning techniques, financial models, and systems that transfer content into relatable and easy-to-use ideas. We understand that every client and transaction presents unique challenges that require bespoke advice and thorough legal guidance.

Chambers Review

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Private Wealth Law - Connecticut

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Withers Bergman handles trust and estate planning for high net worth and ultra high net worth clients at both a domestic and international level. In addition, Withers Bergman's attorneys also offer offshore trust and foreign investment planning.

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Strengths

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Withers Bergman have specific expertise, particularly regarding cross-border and multi-jurisdiction issues on the family side, as well as related business entity creation and management.

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Withers Bergman are responsive and knowledgeable on a broad range of topics and issues. They have subject matter experts in a variety of specialties.

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High Net Worth

Withers Bergman have specific expertise, particularly regarding cross-border and multi-jurisdiction issues on the family side, as well as related business entity creation and management.

Private Wealth Law respondent
High Net Worth

Withers Bergman are responsive and knowledgeable on a broad range of topics and issues. They have subject matter experts in a variety of specialties.

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High Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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Stanley Bergman

Senior Statespeople

Stanley Bergman advises high net worth and ultra-wealthy clients on a wide array of matters including estate planning, trusts and tax matters.

Stanley Bergman is exceptional, he is an innovator.

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Edward Renn

Band 4

Edward Renn advises domestic and international high net worth individuals on estate, tax and business succession planning.

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James Brockway

Band 4

James Brockway is well known for advising high net worth individuals on a range of private wealth matters. He often advises clients on international tax and estate planning, as well as business succession planning and offshore trust planning.

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Karen Yates

Band 4

Karen Yates advises clients on business succession matters and tax planning.

Karen is an excellent attorney. She is very smart and knowledgeable.

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William J. Kambas

Band 4

William Kambas is renowned for his international tax expertise. He frequently guides family businesses in implementing wealth transfer structures and in making material investments.

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