Cadwalader bolsters private wealth team

Law firm Cadwalader has appointed Matthew Sperry as a partner in its private wealth practice, working across London and New York.

Matthew is a leading advisor on international tax, trusts and estate planning for family offices, ultra-high-net-worth individuals and trustees. 

His expertise spans cross-border wealth succession, family governance, and asset protection.

Matthew said: “I’m grateful to call Cadwalader home. 

“The firm has an outstanding global reputation in private wealth matters, and I look forward to working with my new colleagues to ensure our clients achieve their goals.”

Pat Quinn, Cadwalader managing partner, added: “We are thrilled to welcome Matt to the firm. 

“His extensive experience and stellar reputation will be of tremendous value to our clients, enhancing our long-standing history of providing tailored solutions for individuals, families and family offices.”

Matthew joins a private wealthgGroup that has twice been named “Law Firm of the Year – USA” by Citywealth and is recognised globally for its work on complex wealth transfer and governance.

Dean Berry, Cadwalader’s private client group chair, added “Matt is a well-recognised and respected counsellor on both sides of the Atlantic, and indeed around the world. 

“Having known him for years, I am delighted to welcome him to our team.”

Robert Lawrence, Cadwalader private client senior counsel, added: “It’s a pleasure to call Matt Sperry a colleague. 

“We have long admired his commitment to legal excellence and exceptional client service. 

“He will both strengthen our core practice and enhance how our teams across corporate, tax, real estate and regulatory can serve clients.”

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