U.K. TRUSTS

Our Expertise
Charles Russell is noted for its legal expertise and experience in advising on all aspects of UK as well as offshore trusts. In the field of UK trusts we have a team of expert lawyers at all levels who are able to offer a depth of experience and knowledge in the field of trusts, and expertise and advice on the financial, taxation and commercial implications of trusts.

Who do we advise on Trusts?
• Individuals and families wishing to create trusts or protect their assets
• Trustees, including charitable and literary trustees
• Beneficiaries and potential beneficiaries of trusts
• Banks, accountants, UK. and overseas trust companies
• Independent financial advisers and fund managers
• UKand overseas lawyers seeking expert trust advice

Assistance with new trusts
We offer expert advice to clients contemplating setting up trusts, including advice on:

• The different types of trust available
• The taxation implications of setting up trusts

We also prepare all documentation requires to implement our advice or that of your other tax advisor.

Trust services and existing Trusts
We offer expert advice and guidance to trustees and beneficiaries of new and existing trusts, including the following services:

• Advice on tax implications
• Interpretation of trust documents and advice on the Trustees' and/or Beneficiaries' best course of action
• Administration of family trusts
• Preparation of trust documents, including appointment of new trustees
• Removal of trustees
• Advice on trust disputes

U.K. Trusts for overseas clients
The UK has a fiscal regime that is beneficial to persons who are either non-resident or who are treated as being domiciled as overseas at the time they take up residence here. Our specialist team is able to offer the following services:

• Advice on the most tax efficient structure for holding investments and property in the UK.
• Advice on effective pre-immigration tax planning

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Specialised U.K. Trusts
We offer specialist advice and services in connection with all types of trusts, including;

• Charitable Trusts
• Literary Trusts

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