South East law firm Morr & Co has strengthened its international private client team with the appointment of Dennis Phillips as a new partner, reflecting rising demand from UK clients with overseas property. The move positions the firm to offer enhanced support for cross-border legal matters, particularly for those with assets in Spain. The focus key phrase cross-border legal advice for Spanish property runs through this development, capturing the essence of the service Morr & Co is expanding.
Phillips brings extensive experience in managing multi-jurisdictional estates, specialising in Spanish assets and their administration, especially when these are bequeathed to UK charities. Holding qualifications in both UK and Spanish law, he is well placed to navigate the complexities that arise when managing Spanish estates from the UK. “My understanding of how the Spanish and UK legal systems interact will help clients find cost-effective and practical solutions, where managing Spanish estates from the UK is rarely straightforward without professional support,” he said.
His addition means Morr & Co can provide specialist support for clients with Spanish property and inheritance matters, bridging the gap between both legal systems. The firm already advises on transferring Spanish assets after death, drafting wills for Spanish estates, planning property holdings, managing incapacity, and handling lifetime transfers such as gifts, buyouts, and sales. Cross-border legal advice for Spanish property will now be a core offering, helping clients avoid navigating these challenges alone.
Catherine Fisher, managing partner at Morr & Co, highlighted that the appointment underlines the firm’s commitment to guiding clients through the complex issues that arise when owning property abroad. “Dennis’s cross-border expertise will be invaluable to families and individuals managing property and estates across jurisdictions and his collaborative approach is a perfect fit with our values,” she said.
Based in Surrey, Hampshire, and London, Morr & Co is positioning itself as a go-to firm for UK clients with Spanish property. The addition of Phillips reinforces their capability to handle legal matters efficiently and with expert insight, ensuring clients receive practical solutions to complex international legal challenges.
