Our specialist estate and trust administration lawyers bring the experience and expertise that families, executors, beneficiaries and trustees depend on following a death. The work that we do is often complex, high-profile and multi-jurisdictional. From managing the entire day-to-day administration of an estate and obtaining the grant of probate to providing strategic advice on relevant tax and fiduciary issues, we will make sure a family's inheritance is protected now and in the future.
Where investments and assets are held in different countries we work closely with our network of international lawyers and advisors to ensure a seamless service. We frequently deal with applications to the UK Probate Registry in cases where foreign individuals die owning assets in the UK, whether or not they left a valid Will.
Our US lawyers, based in London, Singapore and Hong Kong advise on reporting obligations in the US when a US person dies. We are authorised providers of the Medallion Signature Guarantee, which is essential to the transfer of US securities.
Clients also benefit from the support of our colleagues across the firm, including our specialist Real Estate, Corporate, Art and Luxury Assets teams.
Our Private Wealth Disputes team helps resolve trusts and estates disputes that arise in the UK and internationally. These disputes may involve issues such as international probate, trust litigation and asset tracing.
Mishcon de Reya Trust Corporation Limited
Mishcon de Reya Trust Corporation Limited ("MDRTC") is our trust corporation whose directors are all experienced lawyers at Mishcon de Reya in the field of trusts and estates work.
MDRTC can act as trustee or executor for UK wills and trusts and as protector or trustee for non-UK trusts or foundations where appropriate. It can be appointed alone or to act jointly with other trust corporations or individuals.