Overview
Anthony Watson is a Partner in PBL Law Group’s International Estate Planning & Private Wealth practice. With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years, including nearly three decades as a partner at Greenwoods & Herbert Smith Freehills, Anthony is one of Australia’s most respected advisors on complex tax, private wealth, trust, and succession matters for high-net-worth individuals and global families.
International Private Wealth & Tax Strategy
Anthony possesses deep expertise in the cross-border nuances of wealth management. His background includes advising inbound and outbound clients from the US, UK, and Singapore on intricate tax landscapes, capital repatriation, and offshore acquisitions. This global perspective allows him to craft sophisticated asset protection and structuring strategies that account for the diverse regulatory environments facing families with international footprints.
Holistic Succession & Estate Planning
Beyond technical tax advice, Anthony specialises in the sensitive architecture of intergenerational wealth transfer. He has extensive experience acting as a trusted confidant, attorney, and executor for significant family groups, ensuring that legacy visions are executed with precision. His expertise spans the full lifecycle of private wealth, from establishing robust family trusts and testamentary structures to navigating complex estate disputes and succession planning for family-owned enterprises.
Trusted Strategic Counsel
Anthony is renowned for building enduring relationships with C-suite executives, boards, and entrepreneurial families. He understands that effective private wealth advice requires a blend of commercial acumen and personal empathy. Whether serving on family boards or guiding clients through critical liquidity events, Anthony acts as a strategic counsel, delivering advice that secures financial legacies while navigating the personal dynamics of wealth.
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