INDIVIDUAL PROFILE
James Frampton

James Frampton

High Net Worth 2026

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High Net Worth

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James is a Partner in Michelmores’ Tax, Trusts & Succession team.

He advises individuals and families in the UK and abroad on ways to protect and pass on assets from one generation to the next. This can range from preparing a client’s Will or lasting power of attorney to advising on trust structures, family partnerships, advising on UK tax issues or helping those coming to the UK to navigate our tax system.

A large part of his practice is assisting clients with US connections with their estate planning including preparing Wills and reviewing and advising on the UK tax consequences of US trusts.

He also advises families and trustees who own land and estates by working closely with colleagues in our Agriculture and Property teams. He is a director of Michelmores Trust Corporation Limited and oversees a number of UK trusts and estates. He regularly advises trustees and beneficiaries both in the UK and abroad on trust and UK tax issues and am part of the Firm’s Trust Advisory Group.

Full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (TEP).

Expertise in:

Farming Partnerships

International

International Private Wealth

Partnerships/LLPs

Private Property and Landed Estates

Private Wealth

Tax

Tax, Trusts & Succession

Chambers Review

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Chambers High Net Worth

Private Wealth Law - Exeter and surrounds

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

James Frampton is a partner in the firm's tax, trusts and succession team. Frampton advises a range of HNW individuals in the UK and abroad, with particular expertise in trust structures, power of attorney matters and UK tax advice.

Private Wealth Law - London (Firms)

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

James Frampton has emerged as a trusted adviser in London for cross-border estate planning in addition to other matters relevant to high net worth individuals.

Strengths

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  • James is a first-class lawyer with a very quick mind. He has a real understanding of, and ability to explain, complex trust law coupled with empathy when dealing with families and beneficiaries.

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  • James is extremely knowledgeable, an excellent team player and handles complex matters with ease.

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  • James is highly knowledgeable and inquisitive, enabling him to fully understand client needs and apply his considerable technical skills to good effect.

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  • James is a very skilled and attentive lawyer who can easily convey complex subjects to clients.

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  • James has been a pleasure to refer my clients to, knowing he has the knowledge and client-facing skills to be very satisfactory for them.

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  • James is sharp and clear-spoken. He brings an excellent attention to detail.

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Ranked Individuals at Michelmores LLP (20)

Bristol and surrounds

Cheltenham and surrounds

Exeter and surrounds

London (Firms)

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South West

UK-wide

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