Private client partner joins law firm
City law firm, Wedlake Bell, has recently announced the appointment of George Merrylees as a partner to its Private Client Offshore Team. George joins from Irwin Mitchell, a firm he practised at since 2014 and where he was a partner for over four years. His appointment is with immediate effect.
George’s areas of expertise are cross-border tax planning, asset structuring and succession. He acts for international high net worth individuals, trustees and family offices, with a particular focus on assisting fund managers, business owners, entrepreneurs. George has also forged strong relationships with private banks. A specialist in his field, he is one of the few UK lawyers able to advise on complex matters in French, and is able to offer a unique cultural perspective and unified service to Francophone clients located across the world.
Alongside his legal practice, George sits on the Advisory council of the French Chamber of Commerce, is the chairman of the Franco-British Society, and sits as an alumni representative on the Franco-British Young Leaders Board.
Commenting on his appointment, George said: 'I am delighted to join Wedlake Bell’s offshore private client team, and work alongside individuals recognised for their meticulous and exceptional advice on complex cross-border planning. I look to bring my bi-lingual expertise to further enhance the firm’s offering to Francophone clients across the world.'
Camilla Wallace, Head of the Private Client Group at Wedlake Bell, added: “We are pleased to welcome George to the team. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience on intricate and cross-border wealth management matters, and will further strengthen the firm’s reputation in this area.'
