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With 25 years’ experience in private client wealth management and tax matters, Laura heads Murray Beith Murray’s tax department.

Prior to joining Murray Beith Murray, Laura gained considerable experience with two other leading Edinburgh Law Firms. Laura is experienced in all areas of taxation which concern individuals, trustees and executries, covering income tax, capital gains tax, international tax and the interaction of taxes. Laura specialises in reviewing the financial affairs of individuals and trusts with a view to identifying tax planning opportunities and tax efficient schemes.

Laura and her team can provide a bespoke tax advisory and compliance service in respect of all these areas.

Laura is also highly experienced and competent in advising and complying with the various new land and property taxes and rules which affect UK and non-UK resident individuals.

Areas of work:

Tax advice
Tax planning and re-structuring for individuals and trusts
International and offshore trust specialism
HMRC enquiries
Tax compliance for individuals, trusts and estates.
Capital gains tax planning and computations
LBTT and ADS advice

Laura is a keen supporter of her local community and is Chair of the Leith Academy Parent Council. She is actively involved in supporting the pupils and events at the school. Laura is also on an approved panel to assist with the recruitment of teaching staff. Laura enjoys spending time with friends and family and likes to travel, with North, South and Central America as well as Europe being top of the list of travel destinations.

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