Private - Steven Hamilton
Private - Steven Hamilton

Steven Hamilton

Partner – Head of Wills, IHT, Trusts & Probate

Harpenden

steven.hamilton@taylorwalton.co.uk

01582 765111

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I am a Partner and Head of the Private Client Department, based in our Harpenden office.  I undertake all aspects of private client work.

Over the years, I have developed a very loyal following through my extensive knowledge and excellent client care skills.

I have specialised in private client work since qualification and advise individuals on lifetime tax planning, succession planning and will drafting, probate and complex estate administration, trust administration, powers of attorney including lasting powers of attorney and court of protection matters.

My role involves providing legal advice on inheritance tax, preserving assets for future generations, business protection and succession planning. Many of my clients are high net worth individuals and families who own assets in the UK and around the world and also include business owners and farmers.

I regularly work with our Property team in connection with drafting complex declarations of trust and secured loan agreements, and also our Family and Litigation teams to ensure that clients are provided with a comprehensive service across a wide range of complex issues.

As well as being a member, I was the President of the Hertfordshire Law Society Council in 2022 and I also sit on their Probate and Trusts Committee.

I joined Taylor Walton in 2007.

   

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Steven is experienced and knowledgeable. He puts clients at ease while delivering complex solutions. – Chambers & Partners HNW 2026

Steve Hamilton from Taylor Walton provided wonderful support to us as well as very detailed subject matter expertise in sorting out our Mum’s probate. His attention to detail and knowledge meant that we felt in very safe hands with no stone being unturned. We had complete peace of mind that Steve was ‘on it’ and made our lives much more straightforward during a difficult period of our lives. His department also liaised well with the property lawyers who handled the selling of our mum’s home. We could not have got more attention, thoroughness or personalised service anywhere else. – Legal 500, 2025

Steve Hamilton was patient, hardworking and diligent throughout the process but above all he understood the balance I wanted to achieve between looking after my chosen beneficiaries and the sustainability of the business that has given me so much. The trusts he has created mean I have one less thing to fret over! – Legal 500 2023

Steve Hamilton is excellent in dealing with private client matters for estates, probate and related tax issues. He deals with complex matters and always provides clear and concise advice. – Chambers & Partners HNW Guide 2023

I cannot praise Steve Hamilton highly enough. His calm, reassuring manner is great, plus he can explain things clearly without being patronising. He also seems very kind and considerate, and has great empathy with one’s predicament. Needless to say he is very skilful, Steven is a credit to his profession! I’m very grateful for his help and regard him as my go-to solicitor! – Legal 500 2024

Steve Hamilton provides an excellent probate, trust and tax service. I would not hesitate to recommend Steve and Taylor Walton. Steve understands and deals with private clients on an empathetic and understanding basis, and provides clear and precise advice as required. – Legal 500 2024

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