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31 October 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Collyer Bristow—Tulin Hamit

Dual-qualified Turkish & UK solicitor joins as partner

Private wealth firm Collyer Bristow has welcomed partner Tulin Hamit to its tax and estate planning team.

Dual-qualified to practise in the UK and Turkey, Tulin joins the firm after more than four years with RadcliffesLeBrasseur. She regularly advises high net worth individuals on international tax and estate planning matters, with a focus on assisting Turkish clients in London.

Tulin said: ‘Collyer Bristow’s private wealth group has a well-earned reputation as an industry leader in tax and estate planning matters. I look forward to contributing to the firm’s expertise whilst also growing my own practice.’

Peter Daniel, partner and head of private wealth, added: ‘It is a pleasure to welcome Tulin to the tax and estate planning team. She will be a valuable addition to the firm and strengthen our offering to international clients. Tulin has a wide-ranging expertise and her appointment represents our continued growth in the private wealth sector.’

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