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EVOLVING FAMILIES AROUND THE WORLD


Ensuring family is protected and provided for motivates us all to prepare for
the future. Each family has its own needs and in a fast-changing world, with
many families based across several locations, it can be challenging to address
all of the risks and complexities.

With the right guidance, planning for tomorrow can deliver long term protection.

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PRENUPS AND POSTNUPS | PROTECTING FAMILY ASSETS

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are now more widely used and accepted
around the world as couples enter into marriage. We show the position in
California, the UK, Singapore and Hong Kong, and why it’s important to have
joined up, global advice.


NAVIGATING CHANGE | BUILDING LEGACIES | GLOBAL ADVICE

Families can be complex, with diverse needs and interests, often spanning
generations and different countries. Whatever success means to you, we can help.


STARTING OUT

 * Buying your first property
 * Starting a business
 * Inheriting family wealth
 * Investing and structuring wealth
 * Relocating 

HOW WE CAN HELP


NEW RELATIONSHIPS

 * Marriage, pre-nups, post-nups and cohabitation agreements
 * Choosing where to live
 * Buying or selling property
 * Bringing together assets, considering international issues
 * Creating wills and estate plans
 * Pension planning

HOW WE CAN HELP


EXPANDING FAMILIES AND BUSINESS INTERESTS

 * Having children, surrogacy, adoption, stepchildren
 * Updating your will
 * Developing and operating your business 
 * Relocating or expanding your home
 * Planning for education
 * Supporting your business activities

HOW WE CAN HELP


MOVING ON

 * Children's marriage and protecting family wealth
 * Divorce and separation advice
 * Grandchildren and asset planning
 * Family governance planning and engaging with the next generation
 * Planning for increasing business seniority and succession 
 * Selling your business, vesting shares
 * Charitable giving

HOW WE CAN HELP


LATER YEARS

 * Retirement and business succession
 * Inheritance planning, potentially across multiple generations 
 * Philanthropy and foundations
 * Buying property abroad
 * Capacity issues and care funding

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THE GLOBAL RETHINKERS

The most powerful forces for change come from rethinking. Without challenging
the status quo we can't hope for change in business, in our communities or
society at large. Creativity and innovation has never been more important. Find
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GLOBAL POSITIONING SERVICES

Helping successful people and their families live and work around the world Find
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THINKING ABOUT THE UNTHINKABLE

Life, law and lineage are interlinked, whether you’re planning ahead for the
future or dealing with an unthinkable family issue. Find Out More


CRISIS MANAGEMENT

A crisis can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere – even the most successful
businesses and individuals. We provide clarity, whether you need a strategic
recovery plan or you're looking ahead to prevent future risk. Find Out More


FAMILY BUSINESSES

From small companies to global brands, we understand the dynamics of family
businesses and what makes them special. We offer a rounded view on everything
from tax to succession planning. Find Out More


FAMILIES AND FAMILY OFFICES

Families call on us when they want a firm that understands their needs – whether
they are looking to pass down wealth, set up and run a family office, or make
their mark through philanthropy. Find Out More



EVOLVING FAMILIES IN ASIA

As families in Asia continue to evolve, the associated structures and dynamics
involved have inevitably become more complex. Now more than ever, we are
committed to supporting your growth and success especially if it means having to
navigate geopolitical and regulatory challenges both regionally and globally.   

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