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People | A great start to the day this morning as CB's Cameron Crees, Jack Swayne and Abbie Coleman led our latest Assoc...
18/03/2026

People | A great start to the day this morning as CB's Cameron Crees, Jack Swayne and Abbie Coleman led our latest Associate Roundtable Breakfast, joined by:

Sally Zhong and Magda Pieczykolan of Grant Thornton, Anna Manning and Sabrina Torris of Evelyn Partners, Alex Siamopoulos at Secretariat, and Peter Chalwin from Dixon Wilson.

At Collyer Bristow we place huge importance on Associates getting hands‑on with business development. It builds confidence, strengthens networks and is a core part of their growth, and our culture. Exactly the kind of initiative we love to see from our future leaders.

18/03/2026

News | It’s the second day of the Judicial Review at the High Court, where CB’s James Austen is supporting farmers & business owners in their challenge against the Government. In this short video he explains the circumstances surrounding the case.

A busy day at the Royal Courts of Justice, as CB’s team works with counsel to challenge the Government’s decision not to...
17/03/2026

A busy day at the Royal Courts of Justice, as CB’s team works with counsel to challenge the Government’s decision not to publicly consult on major changes to agricultural and business property relief. Day One of the Judicial Review is at a close.

17/03/2026

News | The High Court is currently hearing the judicial review challenge against the Government’s decision not to publicly consult on major changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR).

James Austen, Partner at Collyer Bristow with conduct of the claim, reflects on the day so far.

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News | The High Court today hears the judicial review challenge against the Government’s decision not to publicly consul...
17/03/2026

News | The High Court today hears the judicial review challenge against the Government’s decision not to publicly consult on major changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR).

Farmers, family businesses and advisers argue the Government broke its own Tax Consultation Framework, which requires public consultation on significant tax reforms. With these changes expected to have major effects across the agricultural and commercial sectors, stakeholders say proper consultation was essential. Many affected groups argue that bypassing the public consultation process set out in the Tax Consultation Framework has left businesses without the clarity and engagement required for such substantial tax reform.

James Austen, Partner at Collyer Bristow with conduct of the claim, says “The Government’s Tax Consultation Framework … was put in place because proper consultation is vital in getting tax changes right first time. Long experience shows tax consultations to be necessary for damaging unintended consequences – and embarrassing U-turns – to be avoided”.

The case will run until tomorrow afternoon at the Royal Courts of Justice, with judgment expected in writing within the next three months.

Read more: https://collyerbristow.com/news/high-court-begins-judicial-review-into-iht-agricultural-business-property-relief-changes/

Press enquiries: Byfield & Soho Communications

News | The High Court is currently hearing a major judicial review into the Government’s decision not to publicly consul...
17/03/2026

News | The High Court is currently hearing a major judicial review into the Government’s decision not to publicly consult on the proposed Agricultural/Business Property Relief changes — reforms with potentially significant consequences for farmers and family‑owned businesses.

Many affected groups argue that bypassing the public consultation process set out in the Tax Consultation Framework has left businesses without the clarity and engagement required for such substantial tax reform.

James Austen, Partner at Collyer Bristow with conduct of the claim, commented on the importance of the case and praised the collaborative effort between Collyer Bristow, Counsel Aparna Nathan KC, and the team at Alvarez & Marsal Tax.

The hearing continues until tomorrow, with judgment anticipated later this year.

Read more on our website.

CB Careers | Training Contract Applications 2027/28 are now open!Build your future on strong foundations with a training...
12/03/2026

CB Careers | Training Contract Applications 2027/28 are now open!

Build your future on strong foundations with a training contract at Collyer Bristow. Choosing where to start your legal career matters, our trainees benefit from the strength and stability of a long-established firm combined with a forward-thinking approach to modern legal practice.

From day one, you will work alongside experienced lawyers, gain exposure to both contentious and non-contentious work, and build the confidence to take real responsibility for client matters.

Our two-year training contract offers:
• Seats across four practice areas
• Mentoring, performance coaching and regular feedback
• Early responsibility and client exposure
• Opportunities to develop business development and networking skills

If you’re looking to start your legal career at a firm that combines heritage with a forward-thinking approach to modern legal practice, we would love to hear from you. Applications close: 25 June 2026.

Apply now: https://collyerbristow.com/careers/training-contract-applications-2027-2028/

06/03/2026

At Collyer Bristow, International Women’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate the remarkable women who shape our firm every day.

From strategic leadership and complex legal advice to the operational excellence behind the scenes, women across our teams play a vital role in delivering the high standards our clients expect. Their expertise, judgement and dedication strengthen not only our practice areas, but also our culture.

As a traditionally modern law firm, we are committed to creating an environment where ambition is supported, talent is recognised and careers can thrive at every stage. Progress in our profession matters and so does ensuring that opportunity, development and leadership pathways are accessible to all.

In today’s video, we are proud to spotlight the women that make Collyer Bristow what it is. Recognising their contribution, their professionalism and the role they play in driving meaningful progress within the legal sector.

International Women’s Day is a celebration, but also a reminder that advancing equality requires ongoing commitment and collective action.

We are proud to stand alongside the women of Collyer Bristow today and every day.

🎙️ US-UK Tax Talk Podcast | UK Tax Audits and Investigations: How to Deal with HMRC In the latest episode of US-UK Tax T...
12/01/2026

🎙️ US-UK Tax Talk Podcast | UK Tax Audits and Investigations: How to Deal with HMRC

In the latest episode of US-UK Tax Talk, host Aidan Grant is joined by James Austen, Partner, and Henry Lopes, Associate, from Collyer Bristow’s Tax & Estate Planning team for a practical and candid discussion on HMRC inquiries, tax disputes, and what taxpayers should do when things go wrong. Drawing on extensive advisory and litigation experience, the conversation explores how HMRC inquiries arise, why Americans living in the UK are disproportionately exposed to investigation risk, and how misunderstandings between the US and UK tax systems - particularly around US LLCs and trusts - can lead well-intentioned taxpayers into non-compliance.

The episode walks through the full lifecycle of an HMRC inquiry, from discovering an error and deciding whether to disclose, to navigating disclosure facilities, negotiating penalties, and understanding when disputes escalate to tribunal litigation. With a clear focus on outcomes, the team explain why early advice, transparency, and a commercial approach are critical, and why most disputes resolve without litigation.

🎧 Watch the episode on Collyer Bristow’s YouTube channel and listen on all major podcast platforms: https://lnkd.in/eRuh8XQt

New episodes are released on the first Wednesday of every month.

US-UK Tax Talk Podcast 🎙️ The Anson Case and How the UK Really Taxes LLCs...Out Today!Our latest US-UK Tax Talk episode ...
03/12/2025

US-UK Tax Talk Podcast 🎙️ The Anson Case and How the UK Really Taxes LLCs...Out Today!

Our latest US-UK Tax Talk episode is now live, recorded for the first time in-studio. Host Aidan Grant is joined by Collyer Bristow Partner, James Austen, and Associate, Henry Lopes, to tackle one of the most challenging areas of cross-border taxation: how the UK treats US LLCs.

LLCs may be tax-transparent in the US, but the UK often sees them as opaque - a mismatch that can lead to double or even triple taxation for Americans living in the UK. The team break down the UK’s approach, the Anson case, HMRC’s 2023 guidance, and why early specialist advice is essential.

Watch now for clear insights into one of the most problematic issues in the US-UK tax world. New episodes on the first Wednesday of every month: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNn9EHI-10U

That’s a wrap on Day Two of our annual Partners’ Conference! A full agenda took us through everything from AI and innova...
29/11/2025

That’s a wrap on Day Two of our annual Partners’ Conference! A full agenda took us through everything from AI and innovation to client care and operational excellence. We also spent valuable time collaborating as a leadership team.

These conversations are essential as we prepare for the next phase of our firm’s growth and continue to define what it means to be a “traditionally modern” law firm.

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