Private Client

Personal wealth often goes hand in hand with business interests. For entrepreneurs, founders and multi-generational families, legal issues relating to wealth preservation, succession and governance require practical advice that takes into account not only family considerations, but also the ownership and continuity of operating businesses.

At Magellan Law, we provide discreet, partner-led advice to high-net-worth individuals, business owners, family offices and their trusted advisors. We understand that every family is different, and we work closely with our clients to develop solutions that are aligned with their objectives, values and long-term legacy.

Our approach is commercial, pragmatic and tailored to each client’s circumstances. We regularly collaborate with tax advisors, trust companies, private banks and overseas counsel to deliver seamless cross-border solutions.

Our Services

Family Office and Wealth Structures

We advise on the establishment and restructuring of single family offices and related investment structures, including:

• Singapore variable capital companies (VCCs);
• family investment vehicles and holding structures;
• governance arrangements and family constitutions;
• investment management and regulatory considerations for single and multi-family offices; and
• coordination with tax and trust advisors.

Succession and Business Continuity Planning

We assist founders and business families in planning for the orderly transfer of wealth and ownership across generations, including:

• succession planning for family-owned businesses;
• ownership and governance arrangements;
• shareholders’ agreements;
• restructuring and asset holding arrangements; and
• lasting power of attorneys.

Investment and Transactional Support

We act for private clients and family offices on their investments across Asia and beyond, including:

• investments into venture capital and private equity funds;
• direct investments into private companies;
• co-investments and joint ventures;
• review and negotiation of investment agreements and fund documentation; and
• ongoing corporate and regulatory advisory matters.

A Long-Term Relationship

Many of our clients have built successful businesses and accumulated significant wealth over decades. They value having trusted legal advisors who understand both their personal and commercial objectives.

Whether you are establishing a family office, planning for the next generation, or making investments across multiple jurisdictions, we provide thoughtful, practical and confidential advice designed to preserve and grow your family’s legacy.