Expertise: Private Client

Video: Clitheroe v Bond [2021] EWHC 1102 (Ch) case law update with Kate Selway KC and Edward Hicks

In this case law update video, Kate Selway KC is in conversation with Edward Hicks, who acted as junior counsel for the successful respondent before Mrs Justice Falk in Clitheroe v Bond [2021] EWHC 1102 (Ch), on appeal from the decision of Deputy Master Linwood at trial pronouncing against two wills of the deceased for […]

Wills and tax planning – Paper by Charles Holbech

This paper by Charles Holbech provides a detailed guide in relation to wills and tax planning with examples and some precedents. Guidance is given in respect of nil rate band trusts, business and agricultural property, will trusts, charitable gifts, the residential nil rate band and deeds of variation. The paper is designed to serve as […]

Radcliffe Chambers Private Client Conference 2021

*Selected sessions are available to watch on our YouTube channel.  Join Radcliffe Private Client for its 2021 conference, which will take place on Zoom, on the mornings of 16th and 17th June. Our programme is: Wednesday 16 June 10:30 – 10:35: Welcome from the Chair (Robert Pearce KC) 10:35 – 11:15: Trustees’ Decisions – how to make ’em, shake […]

Clitheroe v Bond

On Wednesday 12 May 2021 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, join Tom Dumont KC and Ed Hicks of Radcliffe Chambers together with Amanda Smallcombe of Birkett Long, discussing the judgment of Mrs Justice Falk in Clitheroe v Bond [2021] EWHC 1102 (Ch), in which they represented the successful respondent. The appeal concerned the validity of two wills of the deceased, which effectively […]

Clitheroe v Bond [2021] EWHC 1102 (Ch)

On 4 May 2021, Mrs Justice Falk gave judgment on the claimants’ appeal against the decision of Deputy Master Linwood in Clitheroe v Bond [2020] EWHC 1185 (Ch), in which he pronounced against two wills of the deceased on the basis of lack of testamentary capacity, amongst other things on the basis that the test […]

Daniel Thorpe

Daniel has worked for a commercial litigation boutique and has also spent time on secondment at a leading offshore law firm. As a result, he readily appreciates the needs of his clients and prides himself on his user-friendly attitude and ability to work collaboratively with his solicitors and other barristers, as required. His multidisciplinary approach […]

Piers Digby

Piers has previously taken secondments at both the Financial Conduct Authority and a leading UK bank, and has a thorough understanding of regulatory issues relating to banking and consumer credit more widely. He knows how to work with solicitors and clients under challenging conditions, combining legal ability beyond his call with an approachable manner. Prior […]

Video: Witness Statements – The New Rules

Witness Statements – The New Rules is hosted by Shantanu Majumdar KC, Dov Ohrenstein and Lauren Kreamer. From 6th April 2021 new rules will apply to most trial witness statements in the Business & Property Courts. This webinar focuses on the practical consequences for litigators: How to ensure statements comply with the new requirements; the […]

Radcliffe Chambers Private Client Conference 2021

Join Radcliffe Private Client for its 2021 conference, which will take place on Zoom, on the mornings of 16th and 17th June. Our programme is: Wednesday 16 June 10:30 – 10:35: Welcome from the Chair (Robert Pearce KC) 10:35 – 11:15: Trustees’ Decisions – how to make ’em, shake ’em and break ’em (Thomas Dumont KC, Marie-Claire Bleasdale, Daniel Burton with […]

Junior Programme: Private Client

Our next Junior Programme: Private Client webinar will be presented by Sophia Rogers and Matthew Mills on Thursday 4 March, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Matt will discuss claims to remove trustees and personal representatives including a review of key principles and recent cases. Sophia will explore the core principles and case law concerning recovery […]