Mark Politz, Wills,Trusts and Tax Planning lawyer

Mark Politz

Partner/Head of Tax Planning

Specialisms & expertise

Tax planning
Wills and estate planning
Trusts
The administration of estates
Powers of Attorney.

Client stories & examples of work

Advising on all aspects of inheritance tax, including arrangements to minimise potential tax liabilities
Capital gains tax planning, including advice on how to make the best use of the main residence relief and other exemptions
Advising on other taxes, such as stamp duty land tax and pre-owned assets tax
Dealing with the administration of complex estates, including those with overseas assets and business/agricultural interests
Post-death tax planning, particularly involving Deeds of Variation, which have resulted in significant tax savings
Advising on the creation, administration and termination of trusts, including tax implications
Estate planning, including the preparation of wills and advice relating to lifetime gifts.

Achievements & other appointments

Mark is also a chartered tax adviser, which is regarded as the pre-eminent UK tax qualification.

Mark has written articles for the legal and financial press and given presentations regarding inheritance tax planning.

The Private Client team is ranked in the top tier for South East England by The Legal 500, an independent guide to UK law firms. The team has also been names by eprivateclient in its list of the 'Top 25 Law Firms'

Profile

Mark trained at a City firm and qualified as a solicitor in 1992. He subsequently spent over eight years at another London firm, where he was a partner and head of the Trusts and Estates Department. Mark joined Thomson Snell & Passmore in December 2001.

We would have no hesitation in recommending the firm. The professional service that we received was exceptional.

Client

Mark Politz, is 'bright and perceptive'.

The Legal 500 2019

They provided a comprehensive strategy for resolving the issues arising in the transaction that we wanted carried out. The advice was clear, and any queries were quickly addressed. Where issues arose with third parties, we received balanced and thoughtful advice on the best course of action. They inspired complete confidence.

Client

Mark was very professional and knowledgeable. He delt with matters promptly and kept me informed.

Client

Good professional advice in a friendly and comfortable way

Client

The advice that we received specifically addressed the issues that needed to be resolved. The process that needed to be carried out and the likely timescale was clearly laid out. We were kept fully advised as to the progress of the matter throughout. We were given prompt and well considered advice with regard to issues that cropped up.