Charles Boscawen

Consultant Solicitor

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141-145 Princes Street, Ipswich, IP1 1QJ

Charles is a "walking encyclopaedia," says a source, adding: "He lives it and breathes it. From a technical perspective he is spot-on."

Chambers HNW [UK 2018]

Experience

Charles joined Birketts in 1987. He is a Consultant Solicitor in our Private Client Advisory Team..

Charles qualified as a Solicitor in January 1984, having been educated at Eton and Cambridge. He has been a partner since 1989 and specialises in Wills and Trusts / Settlements; Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax planning, establishment and termination of trusts, Agricultural Property Relief, Business Property Relief and Domicile. He also advises in regard to Lasting Powers of Attorney.

Charles is based at our Ipswich office.

Other Information

Charles is ranked in band 1 by Chambers HNW [UK 2018]. He is a "walking encyclopaedia," says a source, adding: "He lives it and breathes it. From a technical perspective he is spot-on."

He is also ranked in band 1 by Chambers [UK 2018]. Earlier editions note that Charles "continues to impress market commentators with his savvy approach to private client matters!". He is also highlighted for his expertise in agriculture-related issues. He is described as a "leading light" in the area.

Charles is recommended by Legal 500 [UK 2019]. Earlier editions note that he has "especially impressive response times" and provides a “much better service than smaller London firms, and is more competitive on fees".