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Gillespie Macandrew appoints new partner and promotes 11 others

Gillespie Macandrew announces the promotion of Lorna Balfour to partner in its industry-leading Land & Rural Business team.

Strike Action, but not as we know it

In February, takeaway drivers at a variety of “gig economy” delivery platforms took part in “strike” action to demand better pay and working conditions.

Changes in law for Trusters to be aware of in 2024

Trusts & Succession Act: what are the changes for Trusters to be aware of before they become law in 2024.

Trusts

Creating a Trust can be an effective way to manage assets, protect vulnerable beneficiaries, assist in passing family wealth down to future generations and for tax planning purposes.

We can advise on the creation, administration and taxation of Trusts.  Our experienced team includes 18 members of the Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners (STEP), including 10 full members, and two chartered tax advisors.

Find out more about how we can help in the event of a dispute involving a Trust, by clicking here.

Benefits of Trusts

We can help you set up a Trust in order to:

  • Hold assets for young children/grandchildren to safeguard inheritance
  • Hold assets for beneficiaries who may need additional protection because they are financially vulnerable, for example due to disability, incapacity, business risk  or unstable relationships
  • Make appropriate provision for members of a blended family
  • Provide for your grandchildren’s education in a tax efficient manner
  • Assist with planning for residential care costs
  • Hold compensation awards for personal injury
  • Assist with wider tax planning

Trust administration

Our team can assist in the ongoing administration of a Trust, including:

  • Assisting with tax efficient distributions of income to beneficiaries
  • Helping Trustees meet their legal, regulatory and tax compliance obligations through the preparation of regular Trust Accounts, maintaining accurate Trust records and preparing annual Trust tax filings to HMRC
  • Dealing with changes of Trustees
  • Providing advice on varying Trusts and/or assisting with winding up Trusts

Taxation of Trusts

Our team includes Chartered Tax Advisors who can provide you with advice on:

  • Income Tax
  • Capital Gains Tax
  • Inheritance Tax
  • All Property Taxes

We work alongside Trustees’ existing advisers to ensure efficient management of Trust assets for the longer-term benefit of the beneficiaries. We can provide specific guidance on Business and Agricultural reliefs as well as how to manage Trusts assets to maximise available tax reliefs and exemptions.

News and insights

Changes in law for Trusters to be aware of in 2024

Trusts & Succession Act: what are the changes for Trusters to be aware of before they become law in 2024.

The Trusts & Succession (Scotland) Bill passed at Scottish Parliament

The Trusts & Succession (Scotland) Bill was passed at the Scottish Parliament on 20 December 2023, David Mowlem provides an update.

The essence of family protection

John Stirling discusses the essence of family protection and the importance of being aware of the differences between trusts, nuptials and cohab agreements.

Key contacts

We understand that your circumstances maybe complex and sensitive and you may feel apprehensive about speaking to a lawyer – we can help.  Our experienced team can guide you through the creation and administration of Trusts.  Get in touch with one our team to find out how we can help you.

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