Landed Estates
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Owners face multiple challenges to run the estate effectively, from economic instability, the impact of changing regulations to the effects of climate change.
Boodle Hatfield has been trusted for centuries to work in partnership with our clients to protect their estates and also plan for their future.
Taking account of your particular circumstances, we can guide and support you on issues such as:
- Succession planning and protecting the estate for the future
- Nuptial planning and divorce
- Management and diversification of the estate
- Development opportunities
- Dealing with disputes
We have been advising the owners of rural and urban estates throughout our long history. Our legal expertise and client-sensitive framework ensures we are seen as leaders in this historic and unique sector.
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Private Wealth Partner, Kyra Motley comments in TheWealthNet and eprivateclient on the importance of coordinating advice for ultra-high net worth families with interests across multiple jurisdictions. The article explores how the role of family offices is evolving beyond traditional tax and investment considerations, with increasing focus on stability, cybersecurity, healthcare, education and cross-border planning.
Read more 3 min read 10 Jun 2026 The realities of succession: why planning goes beyond taxAs the UK approaches a £5.5 trillion intergenerational wealth transfer, what does this really mean for families beyond financial planning? In Mayfair Times, Partners Hayden Bailey and Nicola Bushby reflect on the long-term nature of this shift and why, in practice, “the challenge is never just legal” when managing succession and disputes.
Read more 2 min read 04 Jun 2026 Clare Stirzaker, Emily Brand and Nicola Bushby to speak at TL4 HNW Private Client Advisory and Litigation ForumNext week in Versailles, Partners, Clare Stirzaker, Emily Brand and Nicola Bushby will be speaking at the TL4 HNW Private Client Advisory and Litigation Forum on 10–12 June. For its 3rd annual conference, Clare will join a panel discussion titled ‘The Global Race for Philanthropic Capital’ alongside Ed Powles and Joe Crome. Emily and Nicola will be joined by fellow speaker and host Rupert Ticehurst to discuss the panel ‘Stepmoms – Why do they have a bad reputation, and is conflict with children from a first marriage inevitable?’
Read more 3 min read 03 Jun 2026 A shift in land investment: growing interest in English vineyardsIn a recent Telegraph article exploring alternatives to buy-to-let investment, buy-to-let returns face are increasing pressure, with investors turning to English vineyards as an alternative. In this article, Partner and Head of Residential Property, Saskia Arthur comments on how improving UK climate conditions and rising demand for English wine are driving interest, though success requires a long-term, hands-on approach and diversified income streams.
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