Solicitors confirm new associate director appointment

Thursfields has appointed Scott Vanes as associate director leading their Wealth Preservation team, operating from their Worcester office.

Scott (pictured) specialises in Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Wealth Preservation matters and is also an Associate member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.

Scott Vanes said: “I am looking forward to connecting with clients and contacts and to be providing them with specialist and bespoke advice and guidance in respect of their succession planning. Working alongside such dedicated professionals is truly exciting, and I am eager to contribute to the success of Thursfields.”

Scott is available to handle matters not only across the West Midlands, but nationwide. With significant experience, Scott possesses extensive knowledge in the areas of inheritance tax and estate planning. He is adept at assisting individuals and families in dealing with intricate Private Client matters such as domiciliary issues, corporate succession planning, lifetime trust creation, and administration.

Scott's expertise also extends to handling complex and delicate family structures and circumstances, which often call for a tactful, compassionate, and sensitive approach.

"We are thrilled to welcome Scott Vanes to our team," said Terry Cooper, director, and head of the Private Client Department at Thursfields. "His extensive knowledge and experience in inheritance tax and estate planning, particularly in assisting high net worth individuals with owner-managed businesses, make him a valuable asset for handling a variety of complex Private Client matters. Scott's leadership in Worcester will undoubtedly enhance our Private Client department at Thursfields, and we are very excited to have him on board."