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Mutually Irrevocable Wills and Why You Should Never do Them – Edward Rees and Claire Vale
Mirror wills allow for updates and amendments, which better reflects how lives can change....
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Edward is recognised as a Recommended Lawyer in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500. Edward has been in Band 1 of the Chambers UK's High Net Worth Directory since 2019.
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Profile / Experience
Edward joined Lanyon Bowdler in February 2004 from Shakespeares solicitors, Birmingham and became a partner in May 2008.
Edward attained an MA(Hons) at Edinburgh University, and went on to train with Wannop & Fox in Chichester. He qualified as a solicitor in 2000.
He has 18 years experience specialising in advising clients upon trusts, high net worth estate administration (many involving significant agricultural and business property), powers of attorney as well as complex tax planning issues.
Edward is a partner and heads the Private Client Team, he comments “I enjoy what I do, I really like meeting different people and helping them understand what they need to do to secure their futures and those of their loved ones. I’m always here for a chat if someone wants advice, in fact our whole team are a friendly and approachable bunch.”
Edward is recognised as a Recommended Lawyer in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 which states ‘Edward Rees is skilled at advising clients on trusts, high-net-worth estate administration, powers of attorney and on complex tax planning matters’.
Edward has been in Band 1 of the Chambers UK’s High Net Worth Directory since 2019. The 2024 edition states: “Edward Rees has decades of experience in the field, advising clients on trusts, estate administration, powers of attorney and tax planning. “Edward is an accomplished operator and I am impressed with his delivery.”
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Should I be a Trustee for a Trust? – Edward Rees and Aimee Johnson
Edward & Aimee discuss the various types of trusts, pointing out what you'd potentially be responsible for as a trustee....
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Financial Abuse by Attorneys – Edward Rees and Claire Vale
Attorneys manage the estate of a donor whilst they're still alive and Claire is seeing an increase in financial abuse wh...
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Private Client: Hot news! – Edward Rees and Aimee Johnson
In this episode, Edward and Aimee discuss all things wills....
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Neil and Edward Rip Into & Expose the New Powers of Attorney Act
Edward and Neil are reunited (and it feels so good)! They rip into the Powers of Attorney Act 2023, and manage to find p...
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Understanding The Probate Pathway – Edward Rees and Aimee Johnson
Aimee and Edward discuss the probate process and the administration of someone's estate after death....
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Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common?
Often people will find that purchasing a property with someone is an exciting but daunting process. As part of the ...
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Farm Diversification – Tax Considerations and Consequences
Diversification can lead to new sources of income, and may also be an attractive business project for younger gener...
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The Digitalisation of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) – ‘safer, simpler and fit for the future’
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a vital legal document which appoints a person of trust who will make decisions on y...
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Same Sex Relationships – Wills and Inheritance
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Leaving a Gift To Charity In Your Will
After you have taken care of family and friends in your Will you may wish to consider leaving a gift to your favour...
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