Top 10 of 3,713 law firms for Business Succession Planning, Wills, Trusts & Probate

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This work covers planning for the orderly transfer of a business during the proprietor’s life or after death, to protect continuity, value and jobs. It includes arranging shareholder or partnership structures, buy-sell provisions, trust-based succession, and associated tax planning within wills, trusts, and estate provisions. A solicitor in this area drafts and reviews deeds, shareholder agreements, and in-specie transfers, coordinates with accountants, and helps organise lasting powers of attorney and testamentary arrangements to secure a smooth handover. Practical steps often hinge on tax reliefs, business asset transfers, and anticipated future control of the enterprise.

What a solicitor handles in these matters

The solicitor handles drafting and reviewing shareholder or partnership agreements, buy-sell mechanisms, and trusts that preserve business control and value. They coordinate with tax advisers on reliefs like inheritance tax Business Property Relief where relevant, and they ensure executors and successors understand ongoing obligations and governance structures during the transfer.

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Gina  Stanton

Tagged solicitor Gina Stanton

Fast , professional and great value . Every question I had was answered promptly. Great service, would highly recommend

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Stuart Hudson

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Extremely efficient and professional service provided. Clear communications. Friendly staff. Nothing too much trouble. Greenwoods made the whole process stress free and are to be highly recommended.

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Charlotte Ann Rhodes

Tagged solicitor Charlotte Ann Rhodes

We decided to update our will for the first time in 20 years. john Bromfield held the originals of our existing wills which were provided at our appointment. Charlotte Rhodes was extremely helpful, gave good advice and enabled us to amend our wishes very easily. A new will was made available for us to sign within 2 weeks We were very satisfied with the service provided

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Esther Janalli-Brown

Tagged solicitor Esther Janalli-Brown

I would highly recommend , I used Esther Brown for wills and probate. I found her to be extremely knowledgeable, helpful and she was also experienced with dementia patients . Great communication , listen to our needs, would used again .

Review left by Miranda

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Jodie SmithKimberley Sheung Kong

Tagged solicitors Jodie Smith and Kimberley Sheung Kong

Another great service from N Legal who have just dealt with my probate and late mothers estate, the process was completely stress free, very fast and effectively efficient especially during these difficult times. I have been using the services of N Legal Solicitors for nearly two decades. First when I was a Sales Negotiator at a local estate agency, and since then, I have turned to their expertise multiple times for both buying and selling properties. Their service is consistently professional, communication is outstanding, and their attention to detail is exceptional. Kim and the team have always made me feel secure and supported throughout the entire process. Legal matters can be incredibly time-consuming and often confusing. Kim demonstrates both deep expertise and a confident ability to handle cases across various areas of law. I wholeheartedly recommend N Legal to anyone in need of legal advice.

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