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Sophie Dworetzsky writes for Tax Journal on whether now is really the time for a wealth tax in the UK

Sophie Dworetzsky writes for Tax Journal on whether now is really the time for a wealth tax in the UK

Sophie Dworetzsky writes for Tax Journal on whether now is really the time for a wealth tax in the UK. Read more below (subscription required).

Is it really time for a wealth tax?

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IBA Annual Conference 2023

Charlotte Ford

Events
29 Oct 2023
The International Bar Association (IBA) heads to Paris for its 2023 Annual Conference, October 29 - November 3. Read More The International Bar Association (IBA) heads to Paris for its 2023 Annual Conference, October 29 - November 3.
Decrypting Divorce: Unveiling the hidden crypto wealth

Lisa Wong

Events
21 Jun 2023
Join us for our panel discussion on crypto wealth as property and as potential matrimonial assets in relation to divorce. Read More Join us for our panel discussion on crypto wealth as property and as potential matrimonial assets in relation to divorce.
Assessing capacity to make a will – recent case suggests a new approach

Harriet Betteridge

Insights
05 Jun 2023
Questions around testamentary capacity are one of the most common reasons for wills to be challenged Read More Questions around testamentary capacity are one of the most common reasons for wills to be challenged
Charles Russell Speechlys’ Family Team act for wife in securing 50% of the family’s assets - over £140m

William Longrigg

In the Press
25 May 2023
Charles Russell Speechlys’ Family Team act for wife in securing 50% of the family’s assets - over £140m Read More Charles Russell Speechlys’ Family Team act for wife in securing 50% of the family’s assets - over £140m
eprivateclient interviews Bart Peerless on harnessing the power of private capital

Bart Peerless

In the Press
23 May 2023
Harnessing the power of private capital - a key focus for the Firm Read More Harnessing the power of private capital - a key focus for the Firm
Guiding Trustees: A Protector’s right to indemnity and a trustee’s right to reimburse settlors

Molly Tatchell

Insights
22 May 2023
We explore the protector's right to indemnity and the importance of clear provisions in the trust deed in avoiding conflicts. Read More We explore the protector's right to indemnity and the importance of clear provisions in the trust deed in avoiding conflicts.
Charles Russell Speechlys’ Private Wealth Disputes team act for the successful Claimants in rare case involving a promise to make a will

Graeme Kleiner

News
19 May 2023
“This was a very interesting case involving a promise to make a will..." Read More “This was a very interesting case involving a promise to make a will..."
Delay could bar your probate claim

Katelyn Silver

quick reads
19 May 2023
Contested wills and inheritance claims have become more commonplace in the English courts in recent years. These proceedings often centre around ch... Read More Contested wills and inheritance claims have become more commonplace in the English courts in recent years. These proceedings often centre around ch...
Sleepwalking into (disclosure) oblivion – key considerations when litigation’s in the air

Sara Pridgeon

Insights
19 May 2023
In this week’s Succession article, we highlight a few key points to keep in mind when faced with proceedings in the English legal system. Read More In this week’s Succession article, we highlight a few key points to keep in mind when faced with proceedings in the English legal system.
Inheritance and the Farmhouse

Katie Talbot

Insights
18 May 2023
Agricultural Property Relief (APR) of farmhouses presents a valuable opportunity to shield its agricultural value from inheritance tax. Read More Agricultural Property Relief (APR) of farmhouses presents a valuable opportunity to shield its agricultural value from inheritance tax.
Behaviour and blame - what impact on a marriage?

Charlotte Posnansky

Insights
17 May 2023
“What consideration the courts should give to the behaviour of separating parties when making financial remedy orders.” Read More “What consideration the courts should give to the behaviour of separating parties when making financial remedy orders.”
Managing Agents Webinar

Henry Fea

Events
16 May 2023
Join our webinar and Q&A on protecting your estate. Read More Join our webinar and Q&A on protecting your estate.
Roundtable discussion of trends in international wealth structuring and relocation for Latin American families

Events
15 May 2023
Join us for a roundtable on wealth structuring and relocation options for families in the Latin America region. Read More Join us for a roundtable on wealth structuring and relocation options for families in the Latin America region.
Are Swiss estates ‘excepted’ from UK inheritance tax? Simple answer: not necessarily!

Alice Martin

Insights
15 May 2023
This note explains when a UK reporting obligation might arise and what steps are needed to administer the estate. Read More This note explains when a UK reporting obligation might arise and what steps are needed to administer the estate.
Client Conversations Podcast: Neil Hedges

Simon Ridpath

Podcasts
10 May 2023
Neil Hedges discusses how he co-founded two successful award-winning communications agencies, Fishburn Hedges and Headland. Read More Neil Hedges discusses how he co-founded two successful award-winning communications agencies, Fishburn Hedges and Headland.
The Financial Times quotes Sally Ashford on inheritance tax and devising a property strategy for relatives

Sally Ashford

In the Press
05 May 2023
The Financial Times quotes Sally Ashford on inheritance tax and devising a property strategy for relatives in their later years Read More The Financial Times quotes Sally Ashford on inheritance tax and devising a property strategy for relatives in their later years
Cryptocurrency recognised as property in landmark ruling

Patrick Chan

Insights
03 May 2023
Cryptocurrencies have proprietary value and their legal status as property is analogous to other recognised types of property. Read More Cryptocurrencies have proprietary value and their legal status as property is analogous to other recognised types of property.
Guiding Trustees: Protecting Trustees From Loss And Liability

Dharshi Wijetunga

Insights
02 May 2023
Chapter 2 – Beneficiary Exonerations and Consent Read More Chapter 2 – Beneficiary Exonerations and Consent
Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration publishes new Arbitration Rules

Peter Smith

quick reads
01 May 2023
The SCCA has released a revised set of rules that will apply to all arbitrations filed with the Center on or after 1 May 2023. The new Rules can be... Read More The SCCA has released a revised set of rules that will apply to all arbitrations filed with the Center on or after 1 May 2023. The new Rules can be...
Organising shareholders meetings under the new Swiss corporate law rules

Olivier Cavadini

Insights
25 Apr 2023
New provisions of the Swiss Code of obligations on corporate law came into force on 1 January 2023 Read More New provisions of the Swiss Code of obligations on corporate law came into force on 1 January 2023

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