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Robert Brodrick

Chair/Partner - Private Client | Payne Hicks Beach

Office Location: England and Wales

Jurisdiction

England and Wales

Top Specialisms

Estates: Planning

Trusts: Contentious

Trusts: Planning

Professional Biography

Robert advises wealthy individuals, their advisers and trustees in the UK and internationally. Robert also advises on contentious trust and probate work, and has recently been involved in applications to vary and rectify trusts both in the UK and offshore. He is often put forward as an independent trustee or administrator. He is well known for advising high profile US families based in the UK (alongside their existing US advisers) and he is also experienced at advising Middle Eastern families. He is also known for his sensitive handling of complicated family situations.

Question : What drew you to specialise in private client law/ wealth advisory?

Answer: I enjoy dealing with people

Question : For lawyers entering private client law, what are key skills you think are essential?

Answer: Attention to detail, be a good listener, and find solutions rather than problems.

Question : Where is your favourite place to take a peer for a cocktail or coffee?

Answer: Anywhere with a good view