Tom Hewitt

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Tom Hewitt, a Bristol-based lawyer, began his career as a chartered surveyor before turning to law. In 1995 he joined Burges Salmon’s burgeoning private client and wealth structuring team, where he became a partner in 2004. He now heads the firm’s estates and land team, as well as the food and farming team.

Hewitt advises HNWs and landed families on all aspects of complex trusts, wills, probate and capital tax issues. He has also experience in advising on succession matters and has previously helped with creating a private trust corporation for several family trusts.

Hewitt is active outside work as a member of Professional Advisors to the International Art Market. He is also part of the Country Landowners and Business Association.