2024 has been described as the largest election year ever, with more than half the world’s population eligible to vote in elections across the globe. In July we saw a change of Government in the UK, and like many of you, our lawyers be watching carefully to see what tax and policy measures are introduced over the coming months.
We’ve also had some changes here at Mills & Reeve. At the end of May, Chris Belcher took over as head of private wealth from partner Andrew Playle. Andrew led the team for six years during which time we have grown significantly and seen many leading experts join our fantastic team. On pages 26-27 you can find an introduction to the new partners who have joined the team over the last 12 months.
Earlier this year we were also heralded as the premier firm for private client advice in the UK by The Legal 500 and Legal Business Private Client Yearbook 2024. This recognition is a testament to our steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation in client service.
As ever this latest issue covers key topics impacting individuals, their families and private wealth. A special thank you to Scott Mitchell who took time out to speak to us about his late wife Dame Barbara Windsor’s battle with dementia away from the public eye, and his role as an ambassador for Alzheimer’s Research UK.
Further thanks to Thomas Ward from Hampden Agencies who talks us through the use of Limited Liability Vehicles by private investors to access Lloyd’s, the world’s leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace. Such investments can be a particularly appealing strategy for passing wealth down through generations for some families.
This issue also includes a look at recent changes and potential future changes in family law, explores how next-generation philanthropists are reshaping charitable giving with fresh perspectives, updates to trust and estate taxation, the importance of proper will safekeeping and much more.
Read the latest edition of Private Affairs for updates in private wealth law.
