Business Details
9 Years
experience
Independent Financial Planning Services in Leeds
Dune Financial Planning was established in 2017 following the acquisition of Simpson Millar Financial Services Ltd. Our team of chartered financial planners specialises in providing independent financial advice to recipients of clinical negligence and personal injury settlements. With over 15 years of combined experience, we work closely with legal teams to deliver pre-settlement and post-settlement financial strategies tailored to individual client needs. Our services include periodical payment analysis, personal injury trust management, and long-term investment planning. Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, we prioritise client interests through transparent processes and regular financial strategy reviews.Our expertise extends to advising vulnerable clients, including those with acquired brain injuries, ensuring settlements are safeguarded and managed effectively. We maintain a client-centric approach, offering flexible meetings and no upfront fees for those requiring additional support. Our advisers hold advanced qualifications in pension planning, inheritance tax, and workplace pension compliance, ensuring comprehensive solutions for complex financial scenarios.
Services
Financial Planning
Pre PI Settlement Services
Post PI Settlement Services
Investment Planning
Vulnerable Client Support
Personal Injury Trusts
Pension Advice
Cashflow Modelling
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialist experience in legal settlement financial planning
- Our team includes Chartered Financial Planners regulated by the FCA
- We provide tailored financial strategies for vulnerable clients and complex cases
- Our pre-settlement analysis ensures optimal settlement structuring
- Client-centric approach with no upfront fees for vulnerable individuals
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
What people say
Clearest and best I have read
Exceeded my expectations
Excellent reports
Practical approach
Peace of mind
Services
Financial Planning
Our independent financial planning covers pension strategies, inheritance tax mitigation, and investment management. We create bespoke financial roadmaps aligned with client objectives, ensuring long-term security through regular portfolio reviews and risk-adjusted approaches.
Pre PI Settlement Services
We analyse settlement structures for legal teams, preparing periodical payment reports and attending court hearings. Our experts assess lump sum versus periodic payment options to maximise claimants' financial outcomes during negotiations.
Post PI Settlement Services
After settlements, we implement financial strategies including personal injury trusts, cashflow modelling, and investment portfolio management. Our ongoing support ensures settlements meet long-term care needs while maintaining welfare benefits eligibility.
Investment Planning
We develop investment strategies tailored to claimants' risk profiles and life circumstances. This includes managing medium-to-long-term portfolios, optimising returns while preserving capital for future care requirements and family needs.
Vulnerable Client Support
Our team provides dedicated support for vulnerable clients, including those with brain injuries. We ensure financial plans protect settlements from exploitation, offering flexible consultations and ongoing trustee collaboration to safeguard client interests.
People
James Mann
Managing Director
Chartered Financial Planner with 15+ years' experience specialising in personal injury settlements. Former Simpson Millar Financial Services director, now leading Dune's strategic direction and expert witness services.
Nicola Hartley
Chartered Financial Planner
14-year financial services veteran specialising in post-settlement planning for vulnerable clients. Expert in workplace pension compliance and trustee support for Court of Protection cases.
Questions
What financial services do you offer for personal injury settlements?
We provide pre-settlement analysis, post-settlement financial planning, personal injury trust management, and long-term investment strategies tailored to individual needs.
How do you work with legal teams during settlement negotiations?
We collaborate with claimants' legal teams by preparing periodical payment reports, attending settlement meetings, and providing expert financial analysis to optimise settlement structures.
Are your financial planning services regulated?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under registration number 589130.
What support do you offer vulnerable clients?
We specialise in advising vulnerable individuals, including those with acquired brain injuries, through flexible meetings, no upfront fees, and tailored financial protection strategies.
Where are your financial planning services available?
Based in Leeds, we provide services throughout the UK, with meetings available at client-convenient locations.
