Taylor Wessing

About Taylor Wessing

International law firm with a dedicated private wealth group and a recognised practice in trophy-asset law. Published the definitive 'Trophy Assets' guide covering ultra-high-value property, art, and luxury assets.

Known For

• International law firm formed in 2002 through the merger of Taylor Joynson Garrett in London and Wessing in Germany
• Around 28 offices across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, with private wealth teams in London, Germany and elsewhere
• Published the Trophy Assets guide covering law and practice for high-value property, art, yachts and other luxury assets
• Ranked in Chambers High Net Worth for private wealth law in the UK and Germany

Typical Mandate

Taylor Wessing's private wealth group acts for wealthy individuals, families and family offices with assets in several jurisdictions, particularly the UK and Germany. Typical mandates include acquiring a London or European property through an appropriate structure, buying or financing art and yachts, cross-border succession planning and resolving disputes over trusts and estates. Asset values in these matters commonly run from several million pounds or euros into the hundreds of millions for larger family groups, with the firm coordinating across its offices.

How to Engage

Family offices and principals usually approach the private wealth group in London or the relevant continental office through the firm's website, or via introduction from private banks, accountants and other advisers. Because the firm acts for many institutions, a conflict check is the first step. Clients should set out residence and domicile positions, the assets and jurisdictions involved and the transaction timetable; fee estimates follow once scope is agreed.

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