Inheritance Tax, Trusts & Estate Administration Services

We work with individuals and families to preserve wealth across generations, providing clear, practical advice on Inheritance Tax planning, trusts and estate administration. 

Our approach simplifies complex tax rules and focuses on helping you pass assets to your beneficiaries in the most tax-efficient and controlled way possible. 

Why Use a Tax Adviser for Inheritance Tax Planning?

Inheritance Tax planning is complex, and without expert guidance, it’s easy to overlook reliefs, exemptions or planning opportunities that could significantly reduce your liability. A specialist tax adviser helps you understand your exposure and put practical steps in place to protect your estate.

By taking a joined-up approach across trusts, pensions and estate planning, they ensure your assets are passed on in the most tax-efficient and controlled way – giving you clarity, confidence and peace of mind.

Our Inheritance Tax, Trust & Executry Services

Inheritance Tax Planning

We provide proactive Inheritance Tax planning to help you reduce liabilities and protect your wealth for future generations. 

Executry & Estate Administration

We guide executors through the estate administration process, ensuring all tax and legal obligations are handled efficiently and accurately. 

Trust Planning & Administration

We advise on the use of trusts to protect assets, manage wealth and support long-term succession planning. 

Why Choose Henderson Loggie for Inheritance Tax Planning?

We bring together specialist expertise across Inheritance Tax, trusts and estate administration to deliver advice that is tailored to your unique circumstances. Rather than applying generic solutions, we take the time to understand your goals and structure a plan that works for you, explaining everything clearly and without unnecessary jargon. 

Our end-to-end service means we support you at every stage, from initial planning through to estate administration, giving you a consistent and trusted point of contact. With a personal, relationship-led approach, you can feel confident that your affairs are managed with care, clarity and long-term focus. 

Meet our Inheritance Tax Planning team

Lucy Crow

Lucy Crow

Director

I am a Director and Head of Private Client Tax, and Head of the Landed Estates and Rural Business team at Henderson Loggie. I have over 20 years’ experience advising private clients, families and business…
Darren Wyllie

Darren Wyllie

Assistant Manager

As a fully qualified Chartered Tax Adviser with over 5 years of tax experience, I advise a diverse range of clients, from sole traders through to owner-managed businesses and partnerships providing a range of personal…
Peter James

Peter James

Assistant Manager

I am an Assistant Manager specialising in Private Client Tax, with close to 10 years’ experience advising on a wide range of personal tax matters. I have a particular focus on Inheritance Tax (IHT), trusts…
Dawn MacDougall

Dawn MacDougall

Partner

I was previously head of tax in EY’s Inverness office where I worked with owner-managed businesses and landed estates throughout the UK. I qualified as a Chartered Accountant in EY’s Edinburgh office and before re-joining…

Inheritance Tax, Trusts & Executry FAQs

Will my pension be subject to Inheritance Tax?

How much Inheritance Tax will my estate pay?

Can I reduce my Inheritance Tax liability?

Do I need a trust for Inheritance Tax planning?

What does an executor do?

How long does estate administration take?

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Are gifts always exempt after seven years?

Recent Inheritance Tax Articles

You’ll find lots of helpful Inheritance Tax planning articles on our website, covering a range of topics.