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Scott Vanes

Partner (TEP)


Why choose me

I work with individuals, families and business owners to help them put clear, practical plans in place for the future. Much of my work focuses on wealth and succession planning, and I find it especially rewarding helping people make decisions that protect their family, their business and the assets they have worked hard to build.

I advise on all aspects of private client work, including wills, trusts, lasting powers of attorney and estate administration. I regularly support high‑net‑worth individuals and families, particularly where estates include business or agricultural assets, helping to structure arrangements in a way that is both tax‑efficient and workable in practice.

A key part of my role involves lifetime planning, managing exposure to capital taxes, and setting up and administering trusts. I take a pragmatic, approachable approach, spending time understanding what matters most to my clients and providing clear, tailored advice. I also work closely with other professional advisers to ensure a joined‑up approach to long‑term planning.

I am a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), reflecting my commitment to high technical standards and ongoing professional development.

Scott Vanes

I work with individuals, families and business owners to help them put clear, practical plans in place for the future. Much of my work focuses on wealth and succession planning, and I find it especially rewarding helping people make decisions that protect their family, their business and the assets they have worked hard to build.

I advise on all aspects of private client work, including wills, trusts, lasting powers of attorney and estate administration. I regularly support high‑net‑worth individuals and families, particularly where estates include business or agricultural assets, helping to structure arrangements in a way that is both tax‑efficient and workable in practice.

A key part of my role involves lifetime planning, managing exposure to capital taxes, and setting up and administering trusts. I take a pragmatic, approachable approach, spending time understanding what matters most to my clients and providing clear, tailored advice. I also work closely with other professional advisers to ensure a joined‑up approach to long‑term planning.

I am a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), reflecting my commitment to high technical standards and ongoing professional development.

Read what my clients say about me

We cannot thank you enough for all of your work. You have been so helpful and explained everything so clearly.

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Your tenacity throughout this process was really encouraging for us – thank you again for your ongoing support.

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Many thanks for your hard work and help in settling my mother’s estate. My sisters and I would have no hesitation in recommending your services in future.

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I would like to take the time to thank Scott for his work, patience, and all that he has done for us. It is really appreciated.

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Thank you so much for your excellent service.

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Your sympathetic guidance and efficiency in dealing with this matter was very much appreciated.

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Thank you for your unwavering efficiency and wise counsel in helping us. We very much appreciate it.

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We want to say thank you for all of your hard work and kindness. We cannot fault your professionalism, expertise, and efficiency.

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