Trusts for asset protection and succession
A trust is a way of being deliberate about wealth: who benefits, when, on what terms, and protected from what. Built well and administered properly, it holds a family’s intentions intact long after the conversation that created them. We advise on establishing, administering and, where it helps, redomiciling trusts, and then run them.
Protection
Against claims, creditor risk and instability.
Succession
Passing wealth on the terms you set, across generations.
Privacy
Over the ownership and management of assets.
Continuity
For family and business interests.
We advise on DIFC trusts, established on common-law principles, recognised internationally and free of forced-heirship rules, and on trusts in selected international jurisdictions chosen to fit your residence, your assets and your family. We recommend the jurisdiction on its merits, not by habit, and can redomicile an existing trust where that improves its protection or administration.
Discretionary, for flexibility.
Fixed-interest, for certainty.
Purpose, for non-personal objectives, including governance.
Charitable, for structured giving.
We are independent, so our recommendation is not steered by any provider. And we both advise on the trust and administer it, so it is set up properly and stays that way.
Frequently asked questions
What is a trust, and why set one up?+
An arrangement where a trustee holds and manages assets for the people you choose. People use trusts to protect assets, plan succession, keep ownership private and provide for family in a controlled way.
Which jurisdiction is best?+
There is no single best one. It depends on tax residence, asset type and family circumstances. We advise on the right fit rather than defaulting to one.
Does a DIFC trust avoid forced heirship?+
DIFC trust law does not apply forced-heirship rules, which gives flexibility over distribution. We explain how that interacts with the law of any country you or your assets are connected to.
