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Russell Cohen is head of international strategy at Farrer & Co, where he is responsible for the firm’s immigration team, which has particular expertise in advising HNWs and families on politically sensitive matters. 

Cohen provides guidance on everything from wealth structuring and succession planning to tax planning and family governance. Much of his work has an international context, and he is an expert in tax planning for non-domiciled individuals and non-UK trusts.

He is a founding member of STEP’s responsible stewardship of wealth thought leadership group, as well as a member of the editorial board for the International Family Offices Journal.

Adviser Profile

Russell has 25 years’ experience advising individuals, families, trustees and family offices on the complexities of private wealth, frequently in an international context.

Known for his personable and collaborative approach, he provides strategic and pragmatic advice on structuring and preserving wealth, as well as on tax and succession planning. He works closely with clients to help them manage wealth across generations, balancing technical considerations with family priorities and long-term objectives. Russell also advises on family governance, helping families organise and steward wealth in a way that is consistent with their values.

Russell is head of international strategy at Farrer & Co.