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Keeping the peace at Christmas – top tips for shared parenting over the festive season
Lauren Evans
15 September 2022
Context, Capacity and Unwise Decisions
In the recent case of Hughes v Pritchard [2022] there was a strong reminder to Private Client and Court of Protection practitioners, to not only consider the capacity of the individual leaving a will, but to also bear in mind the context and information available to a medical professional assessing that individual’s capacity.
1 September 2022
How would my UK tax be affected if I work in the UAE?
How can I ensure I’m not considered a UK tax resident? Stephanie Mooney features in the Financial Teams Q&A.
31 August 2022
The reality of shows like Succession and your assets
High Net Worth Individuals face a range of new challenges as they seek to protect their assets. Whilst the dramatic events of the Roy family may seem remote for many of us, it could still be important to consider the benefits of asset protection strategies.
23 August 2022
Hong Kong Residents Head To UK – Tax Implications
This year is the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to China. The former British colony has been through a number of changes; controversially, Beijing imposed a national security law on Hong Kong in 2020 following protests against a change to extradition rules that some argued was a violation of the UK/China handover agreement. Hong Kong has also been subject to draconian “zero-Covid” rules, which are starting to ease off. For various reasons, therefore, several people are considering leaving Hong Kong. How significant that exodus is remains to be seen.
18 August 2022
Can I cut my potential tax bills when returning to UK?
British by birth, I moved to the US 25 years ago for work reasons and now plan to move back with my family — my American wife and our two children. I understand there are special tax rules for returning domiciled people. What do I need to be aware of and should I transfer any assets into my wife’s name to reduce my potential tax liabilities?