John Smith – Cavell Solicitors LLP

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Facing estate planning challenges? Our specialized legal team provides expert guidance to protect your legacy and ensure your wishes are properly documented and executed.

Whether you need a will, trust, probate support, or tax-efficient planning—our attorneys offer compassionate, practical solutions tailored just for you.

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Decades of Experience

Over 50 years of focused estate planning brought to every case.

Tailored Solutions

One-on-one service for your unique estate matters.

Asset Protection

Strategic planning to shield your legacy and minimize taxes.

Generational Trust

Building lasting relationships across generations.

Why Choose Cavell Solicitors

With over 25 years of legal and financial expertise, Cavell Solicitors LLP—led by John Smith, LL.B (Hons), TEP—delivers tailored private client services with transparency, precision, and care. We specialize in estate planning, trusts, probate, and cross-border inheritance solutions for UK and international clients.

Trusted Legal & Financial Expertise

John Smith is a dual-qualified solicitor and financial advisor, offering a uniquely integrated approach to probate, trust formation, inheritance tax, and private wealth advisory.

Holistic Estate Planning

We develop long-term asset protection and succession strategies that minimize tax liability, ensure compliance with UK estate law, and respect your family’s goals.

Cross-Border Inheritance Support

We advise UK nationals and international clients on complex cross-border estate matters, helping navigate multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments seamlessly.

Core Areas of Expertise

Specialized legal services in estate planning, probate, inheritance tax, and wealth protection — ensuring your legacy is secure and your wishes are upheld.

Probate & Estate Administration

Expert guidance in navigating probate and estate processes with efficiency and legal precision.

Will Drafting & Execution

Custom-tailored wills that reflect your wishes and stand up to legal scrutiny.

Trust Formation & Management

Secure and manage your assets with custom trusts that protect your beneficiaries.

Inheritance Tax Planning

Reduce tax burdens through effective planning strategies fully aligned with UK law.

Cross-Border Estate Issues

Resolve international estate challenges with cross-jurisdictional legal expertise.

Financial & Investment Advisory

Holistic financial planning aligned with your estate and legacy objectives.

UK Estate Law Compliance

Adherence to the latest estate legislation and fiduciary best practices in the UK.

Trustee & Executor Services

Professional services to execute your estate plan with integrity and care.

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Client Testimonials

Hear from individuals and families who’ve trusted John Smith with their estate and probate planning needs.

"John's expertise in probate law was a lifesaver during a difficult time. He handled everything with compassion and professionalism."

David K. Usher

Small Business Owner

"Thanks to John’s inheritance tax planning, our family preserved significantly more wealth than expected. A true professional."

Marisa Goldberg

Entrepreneur

"His guidance on setting up a trust for my children’s future was invaluable. Clear, concise, and caring at every step."

Bruce L. Ackerman

CEO, Tech Start-up

John Smith, LL.B (Hons), TEP

Cavell Solicitors LLP

Based in London, John Smith brings over 25 years of legal and financial expertise to private clients navigating complex estate, trust, and inheritance matters. As a trusted advisor, he offers a practical, transparent, and client-first approach to long-term estate planning.

Probate & Estate Administration
Will Drafting & Execution
Inheritance Tax Planning
Trust Formation & Management
Cross-Border Estate Issues
FCA-Regulated Financial Advisor

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Need expert legal advice on wills, probate, or estate planning? John Smith offers confidential consultations to help you navigate your legal obligations and protect your assets.

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Recent Legal Matters Handled

A brief overview of select estate, probate, and trust matters resolved with precision, sensitivity, and legal excellence under the guidance of John Smith.

Estate Dispute Between Siblings Resolved

Successfully mediated a high-value estate conflict involving multiple beneficiaries, achieving a peaceful settlement without litigation.

Cross-Border Trust Established

Assisted a dual-national family in creating an international trust structure, ensuring both tax compliance and asset protection.

Inheritance Tax Bill Minimized for Family Estate

Designed a strategic plan that helped a client’s family save over £200,000 in inheritance tax through lawful exemptions and planning.

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