INDIVIDUAL PROFILE
Clare Hetherington

Clare Hetherington

High Net Worth 2026

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About

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High Net Worth

Practice Areas

Clare is a Legal Director in the Private Client department. Clare advises individuals, families and trustees on a broad range of UK tax, trust , estate and succession planning matters.

In particular she is experienced in:

- advising on complex estate and inheritance tax planning including cross-border matters;

- UK tax, residence and asset structuring advice for high net worth families relocating to and leaving the UK;

- advising on family succession issues including family businesses, preservation of family wealth and governance;

- creation of new trusts and advising on the tax and trust implications of structures resident in the UK and offshore .

She also has experience in preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney.

Career

Qualified September 2016, promoted to Senior Associate 2020 and to Legal Director 2025.

Professional Memberships

Clare is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) holding a STEP Diploma in Trusts and Estates. Clare achieved a distinction in the STEP Advanced Certificate in UK Tax for International Clients.

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Private Wealth Law - London (Firms)

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Clare Hetherington advises clients on personal tax, trusts and succession planning issues.

Strengths

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  • Clare is highly attuned to client needs, thorough and has an attention to detail.

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  • Clare provides a high standard of service to the private individual which is supported by discretion and clear strategic vision. Her advice is thoughtful, forward-looking and well aligned with the client's broader personal and legal objectives.

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