Ashfords secures multiple UK-wide rankings in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026

Ashfords received Band 1 rankings in Private Wealth Law and Private Wealth Disputes. Partner Kerry Morgan-Gould retained her Band 1 ranking for Private Wealth Disputes and partner Michael Alden retained his Band 1 ranking for Private Wealth Law.

This year Ashfords celebrates multiple rankings UK-wide, with partner Mike Westbrook retaining a Band 3 ranking for Private Wealth Law in Bristol and surrounds, and partner Jonathan Hickman receiving a Band 2 ranking in the same practice area for Exeter and surrounds. Partner Thomas Middlehurst has also been ranked Band 2 in the Private Wealth Disputes practice area for his work in the Thames Valley.

The Chambers High Net Worth Guide recognises leading advisers in the international private wealth sector, ranking law firms, lawyers and other professionals worldwide. Those featured in the guide are acknowledged for their ability to advise high net worth individuals on complex and often multi-jurisdictional matters.

Ashfords advises individuals and families on a wide range of private wealth and estate planning matters, offering expert and accessible legal support to meet their specific needs, with the disputed wills and trusts team providing specialist expertise in contentious probate and trust disputes. Working closely with colleagues across the firm, the team supports clients on matters throughout the UK and internationally.

Mike Westbrook, partner and head of private wealth sector, said: "It's great to have received multiple UK-wide rankings in this year's Chambers High Net Worth Guide, including retaining our Band 1 rankings in Private Wealth Law and Private Wealth Disputes. These results reflect the strength of our private wealth practice and are a testament to the expertise and dedication of our people."

For more information, please contact Ashfords’ private wealth team.