General Introduction to Private Client Department

Hedges Private Client Department is regarded as one of the most established and respected in south Oxfordshire.
The Department has been the core of the practice for over 200 years. It is hardly surprising therefore that in these times of uncertainty, unreliability and change, we provide the opposite: certainty, reliability and continuity.
Most importantly, our service is provided on a one to one personal basis, and our objective is to provide simple common sense solutions to our clients wherever possible.

The majority of our Solicitors are involved with STEP (Society for Trust and Estate Practitioners) which gives an independent kite mark to the specialist services provided. Although we do provide in-house tax services, we regularly work in conjunction with other professionals, including accountants, stockbrokers and independent financial advisors, to give comprehensive cover to our clients.

The team (which is the largest in any south Oxfordshire firm) is led by Adrian Hatt, the Senior Partner of the firm, and currently comprises two Partners, two Solicitors, a Tax Consultant and ancillary support staff.

It is a fact that over 80% of our work is repeat business for our existing clients: we view this as our strongest testimonial, and we reward client loyalty with the level of personal service which is deserved.

The Department covers a wide range of areas including:

• Preparation of simple and complex Wills
• Capital Tax Planning for individuals
• Dealing with deceased estates
• Administration of family trusts
• Advising agricultural estates and land owners
• Advising charities
• Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection work
• Elderly client advice
• Tax Returns
• Pay roll services

What our clients say

“Thank you so much for the excellent service you gave me during my sad time. You dealt with everything to do with my husband’s estate with kindness and understanding, which helped me so much”.

“Thank you very much for the efficient way in which this matter was dealt with and I have no hesitation in dealing with your company in future”.

For more information on Hedges Private Client Department please contact:

Adrian Hatt 01491 651481
or by e-mail Adrian.hatt@hedgessolicitors.co.uk
(Wallingford office)

Louise Nelson 01235 811888
or by e-mail Louise.nelson@hedgessolicitors.co.uk
(Didcot office)

Specific Services

• Wills and Probate
• Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection
• Elderly Client Advice
• Tax Returns and Advice to Charities