Boodle Hatfield has hired Baker & McKenzie partner Salpy Kouyoumjian to its private client and tax team.

Boodle Hatfield has hired former Baker & McKenzie partner Salpy Kouyoumjian to its private client and tax team.

Kouyoumjian has advised an ultra-high net worth clientèle in Russia, CIS and the Middle East. She brings to her new role as partner within the international team particular expertise in creating bespoke asset-holding and wealth management structures including private trust companies, limited partnerships and family offices.

She has also served entrepreneurs and senior executives, advising them on exit strategies for investment disposals, share options and structuring and deferring UK tax.

“We continue to be focused on further expanding our international private client offering and her excellent skills and client base will be a great asset to our international team," said Sara Maccallum, Boodle Hatfield's head of private client and tax and senior partner.