The article explores the significant changes to the taxation of trusts that took effect from April 2025, including the move to a residence‑based inheritance tax regime. While the introduction of a £5m cap on relevant property charges offers some relief
More about Partner and Senior Associate co-author article on IHT cap for excluded property trustsThe piece explores shifting motivations behind the ownership of luxury assets, from legacy and identity to enjoyment, lifestyle and use, and how these assets are becoming more formally integrated into wider wealth, succession and estate planning being undertaken by UHNW
More about Partners quoted on family offices’ growing focus on luxury assetsAs the art market continues to grow in complexity, the piece looks at why art lawyers are now regarded as an important part of supporting collectors, artists and their advisers. The article reflects on how legal expertise can help clients
More about Art & Luxury Partner quoted on the growing role of art lawyersThe judgment highlights the significant legal, emotional and safeguarding risks that can arise where conception takes place through unregulated arrangements, and the importance of understanding how family law and wider protections apply in modern family structures. Commenting on the decision,
More about Family Partner quoted on recent Family Court decisionHetty brings more than 30 years’ experience advising high net worth and ultra‑high net worth individuals on complex family matters. Her practice spans all aspects of relationship breakdown, including divorce and separation, financial remedy proceedings, pre‑ and post‑nuptial agreements and
More about Wedlake Bell continues strategic growth with senior hire and partner promotionsThe awards are based on the extensive independent research conducted for the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026 and recognise outstanding legal achievements, strategic growth, innovation and excellence in client service. These shortlists reflect the firm’s deep expertise and market
More about Wedlake Bell shortlisted for two Chambers High Net Worth Awards 2026The Spear’s Index – a leading guide to top-tier advisers supporting UHNW individuals and family offices – highlights outstanding specialists across key disciplines, including residential property law. This year’s index features Parminder Sidhu, Head of Residential Property and Partners Tom
More about Wedlake Bell named in Spear’s Property Advisers IndexRebecca, who joins the firm from Fladgate, has experience in all areas of family law, and has acted for a wide variety of clients both internationally and throughout the UK, but especially cases that require substantial client care. Her practice
More about Wedlake Bell strengthens family offering with appointment of Partner Rebecca Christie