Whether you’re looking to protect family wealth, support vulnerable beneficiaries, or plan for Inheritance Tax, our team ensures your trust reflects your wishes and stands the test of time.

What is a trust – and why set one up?

A trust is a legal arrangement where assets are managed by trustees on behalf of beneficiaries. They can be used to:

• Control how and when assets are distributed
• Manage inheritance in blended families
• Protect family wealth for future generations
• Provide for loved ones while reducing Inheritance Tax exposure
• Safeguard property or business assets from future claims or financial risk
• Support children or vulnerable individuals

Trusts are not just for the wealthy. They are a flexible and effective planning tool for families of all sizes.

Tailored advice for complex lives

At Mackrell, we advise individuals, families, trustees and beneficiaries on all aspects of trust law. We work with care and clarity to ensure every trust is legally sound, tax-efficient and aligned with your long-term goals.

We regularly advise on:

• Acting as professional trustees or advising family trustees
• Creation and drafting of new trusts
• Life interest, discretionary and bare trusts
• Tax implications and HMRC registration
• Trust administration and compliance
• Trust disputes and resolving conflicts
• Trusts for vulnerable or disabled beneficiaries
• Variation and termination of trusts

We also collaborate closely with accountants and wealth advisers to ensure your trust strategy is fully integrated with your wider estate and financial planning.

Why choose Mackrell for trust advice?

• From setup to administration, we’re here for the long term, offering guidance as your needs evolve.
• Have international assets or beneficiaries? We work across borders to deliver seamless trust planning through Mackrell International.
• We combine legal precision with practical, forward-thinking advice – backed by nearly 200 years advising clients.
• We take time to understand your values, your family dynamics, and your goals, to craft a trust that truly works for you.