High net worth individuals
At Irwin Mitchell, we provide high net worth clients with a complete and future-focused wealth strategy that prioritises prevention and protection.
Our tailored approach safeguards your legacy through proactive estate and tax planning, intergenerational wealth transfer, and risk mitigation. We protect your assets, preserve family harmony, and ensure long-term security. With trusted advisor relationships, we help you maintain control and confidence over your wealth – now and for generations to come.
Work highlights for sports businesses and individuals:
- Acted for a Champions League footballer in proceedings with his ex-partner regarding child access and financial matters.
- Acted for the former girlfriend of a high-profile footballer in relation to a settlement to acquire a home of trust for her and the footballer’s child.
- Acted for a Champions League footballer in relation to a possible prenup and decision as to where (and if to marry).
- Extensive experience advising elite athletes and sponsor licence holders on timing, compliance and processing under the International Sportsperson immigration route, including full support with visa applications.
- We are currently working with a Football Club to support with their Sponsor Licence Application following a transfer of ownership.
- Domestic and international wealth structuring and succession planning including Wills and Advising a high-profile football agent on their Will and Estate Planning.
- Providing tax advisory services to elite athletes including tax returns, HMRC compliance, managing crypto assets and dealing with investigations.
- Advising on and setting up Image Rights Companies for efficient financial planning.
Our clients value the combination of specialist legal expertise and a deep understanding of the football industry (Spears 500), having also acted for ex-partners and families of professional players.
