UK law firm Ashfords has once again retained its Band 1 rankings in Private Wealth Law and Private Wealth Disputes in this year's Chambers High Net Worth Guide.
Partners Kerry Morgan-Gould, Robert Horsey and Michael Alden retained their individual Band 1 rankings with Mike Westbrook, partner being ranked Band 3. Ashfords has also been ranked Band 4 for Family/Matrimonial Finance with Jayne Turner, partner, individually ranked Band 5.
The Chambers High Net Worth Guide distinguishes the best professional advisers for international private wealth by identifying and ranking law firms, lawyers and a range of other professional advisers globally. The firms and individuals ranked in the guide understand the complex needs of high net worth individuals and provide specialist advice.
In the guide, Ashfords' family team were praised for their "fantastic service, knowledge and empathetic understanding. Their communication is second to none, helping ease a difficult and uncertain time in clients' lives."
Ashfords' trusts and estates team were noted for their "very strong knowledge and level of expertise".
Kerry Morgan-Gould, partner and head of trusts and estates, is described as "a powerhouse capable of handling the most complex matters" and praised for her "straightforward, quality advice. You always feel confident that her advice is the correct course of action."
Michael Alden, partner and head of the private wealth division, is noted as "a leading private client lawyer in the area."
Robert Horsey, partner and head of wills and inheritance disputes, is described as "one of the best contentious probate litigators in the South West. He is massively experienced."
Mike Westbrook, partner in the trusts and estates team is praised for his "calm and measured approach" and is described as "a safe pair of hands. He is very knowledgeable about lifetime planning and succession issues. I would not hesitate to recommend him as a suitable professional trustee or executor."
Jayne Turner, partner in the family team, is praised for going "the extra mile for clients" and also for her "sound knowledge and great professionalism."
Ashfords’ private wealth team provides tailored and specialist legal advice for individuals and their families on every aspect of wealth and estate planning, alongside the disputed wills and trusts team who provide expert advice on all aspects of contentious trusts and probate matters. The team regularly collaborates with other practice areas in the wider firm and handles matters across the UK and internationally.
Michael Alden, partner and head of private wealth division, said: "It's fantastic to once again be ranked in this year's Chambers High Net Worth Guide. It’s a strong acknowledgment of our expertise in high-net-worth matters, which is a core focus for our team. This recognition highlights our ongoing dedication to delivering exceptional client service and expert legal advice."
For more information, please contact Ashfords’ private wealth team.
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