The Liver Building

Pensions, IHT and Family Dynamics: Advising Clients Through a Changing Landscape

Details

Speaker: Various

Date: Thursday 24th September, 2026

Time: 08:00 - 09:00

Areas of Law: Wills, Trust, Tax & Probate

Competencies: B

Venue:
Liverpool City Centre TBC

Course Code: S4993

Description

The proposed changes to the inheritance tax treatment of pensions are set to significantly reshape estate planning and succession discussions for many clients. While understanding the technical implications of these reforms is essential, advisers must also navigate the increasingly complex family dynamics that often influence decision-making.

This joint seminar brings together Russell Kaminski, Partner and Head of Private Client at Vault Private Client, and Blaise Davies, Director and Senior Financial Adviser at Neptune Wealth, to explore both the legal and practical implications of the proposed changes.

The session will examine how the reforms may affect:

  • Estate planning strategies
  • Wills and succession planning
  • Lifetime gifting and wealth transfer
  • Pension and inheritance tax planning
  • Family governance and intergenerational wealth

Alongside the technical considerations, our speakers will address the realities of advising clients with blended families, vulnerable beneficiaries, differing expectations and complex family relationships. These factors are often central to effective planning and can be just as important as the legal and financial considerations.

Attendees will gain practical insights into collaborative working between legal and financial professionals, enabling them to deliver joined-up advice that reflects both the evolving legal framework and the human factors underpinning successful wealth planning.

Who should attend?

This seminar is designed for solicitors, financial advisers, accountants and other professional advisers who wish to better support clients in an evolving landscape of pensions, inheritance tax and family wealth planning.

Speaker Biographies

Russell Kaminski is Partner and Head of the Private Client team at Vault Private. Russell advises high net worth families and business owners on personal and business succession planning.

Russell has rapidly established himself as one of the leading private client lawyers in the North West. Known for his approachable, diligent and personable nature.

With a particular focus on digital assets and international estates, Russell brings an innovative approach to Private Client law and leads a team that prides itself on being friendly and responsive.

Prices

Member £35
Non-member £55
Note: 20% VAT added at checkout