Private capital

Our premier Private Capital team is internationally renowned as a leading adviser to the world's wealthiest families and to the banks and offshore trustees who work with them.

As one of the largest private client teams in London, we have unrivalled strength and depth of expertise in estate planning and trust structuring for clients based in the UK and internationally.

We have strong links with institutions in the 'offshore' world, particularly, the Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Switzerland, Bermuda and the Caribbean and have a particular focus on the Middle East and the Far East.

Private capital

We have many years experience advising clients in the administration of their affairs. Our services range from the preparation of wills to complex tax planning and wealth management. We tailor our advice to each client’s own particular circumstances and needs. We appreciate that advice is often required in difficult circumstances and pride ourselves on our caring and compassionate approach.

We can advise you on:

Trusts and tax planning
Succession planning
Probate and estate management
Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship
Making provision for cost of care

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The group also advises international clients on their trusts and tax affairs.

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Budget 2012 - Changes to tax rules for UK property Overview of the changes the UK Budget announced to the tax rules for purchasing and holding UK residential property. 29 Mar 2012 DOWNLOAD PDF
Executive Entities The Executive Entity Act came into force on 01 February 2012, creating a new type of structure for use in offshore wealth preservation structures. 20 Feb 2012 DOWNLOAD PDF
Moving to Monaco 2012 LG provides guidance on residence, business licences, taxation and individuals & estate planning for those thinking of moving to Monaco in 2012. 28 Jan 2012 DOWNLOAD PDF
Briefing note - Statutory residence test and the remittance basis changes Outcome of the consultations. 15 Dec 2011 MORE
Statutory residence test and remittance basis changes Note on the outcome of the consultations following the proposed changes to the statutory residence test and remittance basis changes. 11 Dec 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax Alert French Capital Gains Tax on the sale of secondary residences 08 Dec 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
The Angle, Private Capital – Issue 10 The latest news on private capital (Issue 10, Winter 2011) 07 Dec 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax Brochure (English) French tax brochure 08 Nov 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax Brochure (Russian) French tax brochure (Russian language version) 08 Nov 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
Briefing note - Statutory residence test and the remittance basis Following announcements at the Budget earlier this year, HM Treasury recently published two consultations relevant to the internationally wealthy. 07 Oct 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax News News and recent developments on French capital gains tax. 07 Sep 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: New Tax on Property Transfers Monaco Notes 12 Aug 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
Dynastic planning Our Dynastic Planning team understands the natural tendency for wealth to be dissipated after three generations unless a structure and a process are put in place to preserve it. 08 Jul 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: buying and selling Monaco real estate How to buy and sell Monegasque real estate. 07 Jul 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax News News, the draft Finance Bill 2011 12 May 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: International succession, mariage, divorce and real estate Monaco Notes 07 May 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: Financial and insurance activities Monaco notes 07 May 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: European estate administration Monaco Notes - International 07 May 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: Employment Monaco notes 07 May 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
Personal tax in the UK: an introduction An introduction to personal tax issues in the UK. 07 May 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
Tax and private capital Dubai Latest news from LG's Private Capital team in Dubai 07 May 2011 MORE
LG Monaco Notes: Real Estate buying and selling in France Real Estate - Buying and selling in France 07 Apr 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
International probate Guiding you through the issues surrounding international probate 07 Feb 2011 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax News News, Liechtenstein and Article 164 C of the French Tax Code 07 Nov 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: Wills Why make a will? 07 Oct 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax News 2011 draft Finance Bill 07 Oct 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: Offshore trusts international trusts International -offshore trusts / international trusts 07 Aug 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: Family Offices Family Offices 07 Aug 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
LG Monaco Notes: Trusts Trusts 07 Aug 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax News French wealth tax on French real estate owned through foreign companies. 07 Jun 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
Private Capital Group Dubai Emergency budget 07 Jun 2010 MORE
French Tax News The French tests of tax residence (some observations) 07 May 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax News Legal and fiscal recognition of certain foreign civil partnerships. 07 Apr 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF
French Tax News Tax shield and multi-based life insurance policies. 07 Mar 2010 DOWNLOAD PDF

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7% stamp duty a "soft target" and enforcement will be a "challenge" Following George Osborne's announcement that a new seven per cent stamp duty rate on sales of property above £2 million will be introduced by the government, Elliot Weston comments. Mar 2012 MORE
Lawrence Graham to open an office in Singapore LG is opening an office in Singapore by forming an alliance with local firm PK Wong and Associates LLC. Feb 2012 MORE
Swiss investment to migrate to Singapore as Asia outperforms West New and existing investment in Switzerland will migrate to Singapore as Asia begins to outperform the West economically Oct 2011 MORE
Three commendations awarded to Lawrence Graham at FT Innovative Lawyers 2011 LG wins three commendations from the FT for its dispute resolution and private capital teams Oct 2011 MORE
UK Swiss bank account holders could move to other offshore financial centres The new UK-Swiss tax deal promises to bring in much needed revenue to the Government's coffers from individuals who have been avoiding disclosure for perhaps many years. Aug 2011 MORE
Wealthy parents are most likely to be behind a pre nup Wealthy parents are most likely to be the driving force behind a pre-nuptial agreement, a poll conducted by Lawrence Graham has revealed. Jun 2011 MORE
Royal wedding brings pre nuptials into sharp focus The world will be watching William and Kate as they tie the knot on 29 April but would it not be prudent to protect the prince's personal fortune by signing a pre-nuptial agreement? Apr 2011 MORE
Pre nuptial agreements: what next? Apr 2011 MORE
Budget reaction: Anthony Thompson Following the Chancellor's Budget announcement today, Lawrence Graham's head of private capital, Anthony Thompson, comments. Mar 2011 MORE
Wealthy migrants in, skilled and highly skilled workers out. has the Government got its focus wrong? The Government, in an attempt to bolster the UK's economy, is proposing to introduce changes aimed at increasing the number of wealthy migrants coming to the country. Feb 2011 MORE
Survey points to bright future for independent private banks Almost 100 influential figures from London's banking, trustee and advisory communities came together this week for a topical debate on the future of private banks and how the super rich manage their wealth, held by Lawrence Graham LLP. Nov 2010 MORE
LG grows Private Capital team in Dubai Angela Calnan, a senior Private Capital solicitor, has joined LG's award-winning Private Capital team. Jun 2010 MORE

Private capital

"This very well-established London-based firm successfully represents a strong international client base. A joint venture with the Family Business Advisory Group in Dubai has resulted in a significant increase of work from the Middle East, in addition to growing interests in Asia and Latin America. The group also has a two-partner private client team based in Monaco providing real estate, tax and financial advice to high net worth individuals.

"Sources say: "We think very highly of the firm." "A talented bunch doing very good work."

"Partner Nicholas Jacob is an influential figure in the market, with significant expertise in dealing with clients from the Far East and South-East Asia. Sources describe him as "a hugely experienced international practitioner." Head of the tax and private capital group, Anthony Thompson focuses on the Middle East and is described by clients as "a pleasure to work with and a very good trusts lawyer. He has a really broad knowledge of succession laws in many jurisdictions." – Chambers Global 2012

"Lawrence Graham LLP has a strong and cohesive team primarily serving high-net-worth international clients, with a particular focus on the Middle East, and regularly advising on complex fiduciary structures and family corporate governance issues. Department head Anthony Thompson is the ‘go-to’ contact, rated for his ‘practical approach to complex problems and calm, assured manner’." – The Legal 500 UK, 2011

"This group focuses on the international wealth market, and has a significant client base in the Middle East and Asia. LG is one of the only firms to have a private client partner based in Dubai." – Chambers UK

"LG delivers an 'excellent level of service' and is well known for its strong international practice, assisting German, Russian, Indian, and Far Eastern clients. The group also assists a number of Middle Eastern clients...'The sheer size of the department' is a draw for many clients, and [the team's] strength in depth coupled with a youthful age average equals a proactive service across the department'." – The Legal 500 UK

Awards_Logo_2012_Shortlist Legal Business Awards 2012 - shortlisted for Private Client Team of the Year