Henley & Partners give professional advice essential to the succession planning of clients who own assets in other jurisdictions than the jurisdiction where they are resident. This involves the highly complex areas of international private law and tax law. International estate planning requires both careful and professional attention to ensure that the wishes of the client are fulfilled.

Without proper advice, not only at the outset but each time a client's situation changes, matrimonial, succession and tax problems may arise. And unless professional advice is sought at an early stage, multi-jurisdictional succession and inheritance tax problems can arise on death. The law of one jurisdiction may well override another with unintended and perhaps disastrous consequences. At worst a client's wishes may be defeated, the estate subjected to considerable taxes, and heirs faced with long running and complex problems to resolve. Without appropriate arrangements, taxes payable upon a persons death can greatly diminish a family's wealth. There are, however, numerous methods available to reduce, avoid or defer estate and income taxes. These can include wills, trusts and foundations, gifts, charitable contributions, life insurance and annuities, and other international financial instruments.

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Through us you have access to a unique, worldwide network of specialised lawyers, tax consultants, and other professionals who are experts in their fields. We combine the expertise of these professionals to provide you with a consistent and outstanding quality of service. To the advantage of the client, Henley & Partners also specialise in exclusive private residence solutions and related tax planning - a powerful combination of expertise and experience.

We analyse each client's situation carefully, point out available options, develop a plan of action and make it happen. By working closely together as a team, our consultants pool their knowledge and experience so that the specific details of each client's case are considered from all relevant perspectives.

No matter how complex your needs are, the network of Henley & Partners will be able to advise and assist you. Henley & Partners provide all clients with individual advice and comprehensive, yet cost-effective solutions to their international estate planning requirements.