Join Ten Old Square for our London Trusts and Estates Conference 2026 – an afternoon of expert analysis, practical discussion and lively debate on the latest developments in trusts, estates, and private client law.
Bringing together leading barristers, industry experts and guest speakers, this year’s conference will explore the most significant legal and tax developments affecting trustees, practitioners and advisers, before concluding with networking drinks and canapés overlooking the Thames at the London Marriott Hotel County Hall.
Event Details –
Date: Thursday 15 October 2026, 1:00pm-10:00pm
Venue: London Marriott Hotel County Hall
Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB
This year’s programme examines some of the most important developments shaping the trusts and estates landscape, from fiduciary powers and equitable remedies to the practical impact of recent Finance Act reforms. Attendees will hear from leading members of Ten Old Square alongside distinguished guest speakers, with plenty of opportunity for discussion, debate and networking throughout the afternoon.
Programme:
| 1:00pm | Registration and lunch |
| 2:00pm | Welcome Simon Taube KC |
| 2:05pm – 2:45pm | Secrets, Evidence and Equity. Georgia Bedworth, James Poole and Lara Sheehan |
| 2:45pm – 3:45pm | The review and restriction of fiduciary powers after X Trusts. Simon Taube KC, Richard Dew, Holly Challenger and special guests |
| 3:45pm – 4:00pm | Coffee break |
| 4:00pm – 4:45pm | Tree or Fruit? A practical guide to allocating trust receipts and expenses. James MacDougald, James Kirby and a special guest. |
| 4:45pm – 5:30pm | The Debate: Removal claims – Can trustees ever win? Norman Lamb and James Egan vs Elizabeth Atkinson and Adam Stewart-Wallace |
| 5:30pm – 6:00pm | Chancery Connect. A fast-paced interactive session where two teams compete to find the connections between seemingly unrelated Chancery clues. Led by Susannah Meadway. |
| 6:00pm onwards | Drinks and canapés. Join speakers and fellow delegates for networking in a relaxed setting following the conference. |
Book here
If you have any questions about the conference or booking your place, please contact:
Eloise Carey
Email: eloisecarey@tenoldsquare.com
Telephone: 02074050758
