Rupert Mead

Rupert is ranked in the latest editions of Chambers UK and The Legal 500. Clients recognise him as ‘extremely knowledgeable whilst also offering pragmatic solutions.’

Rupert is renowned for advising the owners of landed estates, farms and other family businesses on succession planning and family governance and acts as trustee of a number of significant estates in England and Wales. He is an established lawyer in the drafting and administration of trusts, capital tax planning, drawing up wills and powers of attorney, probate and charity law.

He specialises in developing structures that maximise agricultural and business property relief, as well as conditional exemption of heritage property, including works of art, buildings and land.

Rupert provides strategic advice to individuals, families and trustees involved in running a modern estate, which often involves a diverse range of activities and business enterprises, including in-hand farming; agricultural, residential and commercial lettings; holiday lets; land development; forestry; the exploitation of sporting and mineral rights and renewable energy sources; and the commercial use of historic houses. He will draw on the expertise of specialists from across the firm, including Corporate, Employment and Dispute Resolution to provide his clients with holistic advice that helps to deliver their personal and commercial objectives.