Moore Barlow strengthens private wealth team with new partner

Moore Barlow, a prominent Top-100 law firm, has announced the appointment of Richard Burgess as a new partner in its Private Wealth team, effective [24 June 2024]. 

Prior to his tenure at Moore Kingston Smith, Richard built a robust foundation as a solicitor at Lester Aldridge, focusing on high-profile and high-net-worth clients within the private client team at the firm’s London office. His expertise encompasses intricate family matters, trust structures, and comprehensive estate planning strategies, reflecting his deep technical acumen and extensive client-facing experience.

At Moore Barlow, Richard will continue to provide comprehensive private client wealth advisory services, including estate planning, wills, trusts, estate administration, tax planning, and lasting powers of attorney. His appointment underscores Moore Barlow's commitment to expanding its Private Wealth capabilities and enhancing client service offerings.

Expressing his enthusiasm about joining Moore Barlow, Richard Burgess commented, “I am thrilled to embark on this next phase of my career and contribute my expertise. Moore Barlow’s human-first approach and stellar reputation for client and employee care align perfectly with my values, and I look forward to supporting our clients through strategic and empathetic legal counsel.”

Naomi Wilkes, a partner in Moore Barlow’s Private Wealth team, welcomed Richard Burgess, emphasising his exceptional talent and diverse client portfolio. She highlighted his dedication to client welfare and collaborative team ethos, qualities that resonate deeply within Moore Barlow’s organisational culture.

Richard Burgess's appointment enriches Moore Barlow’s capacity to deliver tailored, high-quality legal solutions in the realm of private wealth management, reinforcing the firm’s position as a leader in the legal sector focused on client-centric excellence and comprehensive advisory services.