Penningtons is a thriving, modern law firm based in London and the South East. We have a strong commitment to top quality, partner-led legal services. We advise on most areas of law for businesses and individuals with solicitors offering advice within their specialist areas. The way we deliver our legal service is as important as the service itself. Partners and fee earners are all committed to the principle of reliable, swift communication and since value for money is always an important factor, we work hard to ensure that the legal advice our clients receive is not only helpful but also cost effective.
 

Penningtons advises personal clients on a wide range of tax planning matters. Members of the firm's offshore tax planning unit have specialist knowledge of the creation of offshore trusts for non-residents and non-domiciliaries coming or returning to the UK. They also have expertise in the structuring of gifts for children and grandchildren through offshore trusts.

Penningtons' offshore tax planning team advises clients on the full use of the various available tax reliefs and exemptions as well as on the most effective ways of arranging clients' activities and investments, taking advantage where appropriate of relevant Double Taxation Treaties.

We also advise on how best to minimise UK capital gains tax and inheritance tax liabilities

Contact: Chris Lintott
Tel: +44 (0) 207 457 3000
Email: christopher.lintott@penningtons.co.uk
Wills and probate

As well as ensuring that expats have a Will, we will ensure that expatriates have considered the various tax planning opportunities that may arise as a result of creating a Will.

Contact: Anna Burnside
Tel: +44 (0)1635 571000
Email: anna.burnside@penningtons.co.uk
Trusts
 

If you are looking to establish a trust or trusts, we can ensure that it is set up effectively given the circumstances of the expat.

Contact: Julian Chadwick
Tel: +44 (0)1635 571000
Email: julian.chadwick@penningtons.co.uk
Conveyancing in the UK, Italy and France
 

If you are relocating from abroad, we have specialists available who can advise both on the legal frameworks existing in the UK, Italy and France for example, as well as advising on how to purchase property in other countries.

Contacts:
Richard Hornsby (UK)
Tel: +44 (0)1635 571000
Email: richard.hornsby@penningtons.co.uk
Charles Brooks (France)
Tel: +44 (0)1256 407100
Email: charles.brooks@penningtons.co.uk
Sarah Panizzo (Italy)
Tel: +44 (0)20 7457 3000
Email: sarah.panizzo@penningtons.co.uk
Family matters
 

We can advise expats on all aspects of family law including disputes over properties, as well as prenuptial contracts, divorce and the financial consequences of all types of family disputes.

Contact: Claire Hamilton-Russell
Tel: +44 (0)1635 571000
Email: claire.hamilton-russell@penningtons.co.uk
Employment services
 

If you are returning to the UK after a long period abroad, perhaps starting life with a new organisation, we can advise on all aspects of employment law. This would include advising individuals on the negotiation of a contract or the changes in employment legislation since the expat moved abroad.

Contact: Simon Fenton
Tel: +44 (0)1635 571000
Email: simon.fenton@penningtons.co.uk
 
Immigration
 

If you are from a non-European country and wish to relocate to the UK following a period spent abroad. Again we might assist with immigration matters into the UK for these individuals.

Contact: Philip Barth
Tel: +44 (0) 207 457 3000
Email: philip.barth@penningtons.co.uk
 
Corporate
 

You may wish to establish a branch in the UK or off shore and we will be happy to assist. We have our own company secretarial service which can take care of all routine filing.

Contact: John Riddick
Tel +44 (0)1635 571000
E-mail: john.riddick@penningtons.co.uk

For further details please contact:

John Riddick
Newbury House
20 Kings Road West
Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 5XR

Tel: +44 (0)1635 571000
Fax: +44 (0)1635 523444
DX: 30801 Newbury
E-mail: john.riddick@penningtons.co.uk
Web: www.penningtons.co.uk