Monan Gozzett: Firm Talk

Episode 2: 'A Promise Kept' – The Journey Behind Monan Gozzett LLP Behind every successful firm is a story of vision, resilience and purpose. In this episode of Firm Talk , Rachel Innes is joined by Neal Gozzett , Senior Partner and Co-Founder of Monan Gozzett LLP, for a candid conversation about his journey into law and the story behind building the firm. From his early career in criminal defence...

Episode 1: The Art of Advocacy with Ali Naseem Bajwa KC Advocacy lies at the heart of the legal profession . The ability to think clearly, communicate effectively and persuade with confidence is what defines exceptional barristers and shapes the outcome of cases in court. In this episode of the Monan Gozzett podcast series On Your Feet , Rachel Innes is joined by Ali Naseem Bajwa KC of QEB Hollis...

Episode 7: Reputation Management with Tom Conway-Gordon Reputation plays a crucial role in shaping how individuals and organisations are perceived. In today’s fast-moving media environment, protecting and managing that reputation has never been more important. In this episode of the Monan Gozzett podcast , Rachel Innes is joined by Tom Conway-Gordon , a reputational consultant with more than 25 ye...

Episode 6: From Law Student to Solicitor — Harry Salt’s Journey into Criminal Law Building a career in law requires determination, resilience and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone. From choosing law as a subject at school to completing a training contract and qualifying as a solicitor, the path can be both challenging and rewarding. In this episode of the Monan Gozzett podcast , Rach...

Episode 5: Gifting Your Home — Understanding the Risks and Realities Gifting your home to a family member is often seen as a straightforward way to reduce inheritance tax or protect assets from future care costs. However, as this episode explores, the reality is far more complex. In this episode of the Monan Gozzett podcast, Rachel Innes is joined by Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Mona...

Episode 4: Lasting Powers of Attorney — Planning for the Unexpected A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is an essential part of future planning, yet many people delay putting one in place until it is urgently needed. In this episode of Firm Talk , Rachel is joined by Stephen Sampson , Head of Private Client at Monan Gozzett LLP , to discuss why LPAs are about protection and preparation, not loss of...

Episode 3: Inheritance Tax & Divorce — Protecting Wealth Through Change Divorce can have a lasting impact on financial planning — and its effects on Inheritance Tax are often overlooked. In this episode of Firm Talk , the team at Monan Gozzett LLP explore how divorce and separation can affect estate planning, wills, and inheritance tax exposure. The discussion looks at what happens when person...

Inheritance Tax and pensions are two of the most misunderstood areas of financial planning - and getting them wrong can cost families significant sums. In the second episode of Firm Talk, Rachel and Stephen unpack how pensions and Inheritance Tax really work, how the rules have changed, and what this means for anyone planning for the future. From drawing down pension pots to passing on wealth effi...

In the first episode of Firm Talk , Rachel Innes and Stephen Sampson get together to discuss Wills!. They cover: What happens if you do not have a Will in place What rights unmarried couples have to their partners' estate. Tools that help you understand who could inherit your estate based on your current circumstances, and Why a do-it-yourself Will can be incredibly costly. We also learn about the...