At Boodle Hatfield, we have been guiding wealthy individuals and families through the legal complexities of planning and protecting their wealth for generations, providing pragmatic and relevant advice.
Today, we are highly attuned to the fast pace of change and expectations – considerations around transparency and risk; ever increasing regulation, international lifestyles and social change to name a few. We blend those factors into our experience to offer robust solutions.
It is by working alongside our clients to truly understand their requirements that we can provide advice which caters for the needs and wishes of each client and family with knowledge and understanding of their history, goals and family philosophy.
Our lawyers are experts in their fields, renowned for being team players and for providing excellence in client service.
On 30 October, the Chancellor delivered the Autumn Budget, announcing £40bn of tax rises and an agenda for growth. The first Budget from the new Labour government, and the first ever from a female Chancellor, includes immediate increases in CGT; a significant restriction on inheritance tax relief for business and agricultural property, and further detail on the major reforms to non-domiciled taxation.
Find out how this will impact you.We are delighted to announce that Boodle Hatfield has been awarded Private Client Legal Team of the Year (midsize firm) at the annual Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) Awards 2021.
Read more 22 Jul 2021 Boodle Hatfield upholds top band status in Chambers HNW Guide 2021Boodle Hatfield’s reputation as one of London’s leading private wealth law firms remains, as the firm upholds its band one status in the 2021 High Net Worth (HNW) guide and is recognised in the top ranking of the newly introduced Family Offices & Funds Structuring category.
Read more 01 Jul 2025 Modernising wills – A significant step, but work is still to be doneIn eprivateclient, Partner, Nicola Bushby explores the Law Commission’s Modernising Wills report, highlighting key proposals for reforming the law of wills, such as recognising electronic wills and adopting the test for capacity in lieu of the common law test. While progress is clear, concerns remain, especially around the rule revoking wills upon marriage.
Read more 10 Jun 2025 Clare Stirzaker speaks at Private Client Advisory and Litigation Forum in ParisThis Friday at the Private Client Advisory and Litigation Forum in Paris, Partner, Clare Stirzaker joins retired tax lawyer, Matthew Hutton to speak on the topic of “Getting your Affairs in Order”, focusing on relationships and records.
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