Howes Percival LLP has a stellar reputation for private client work. Tom Lawrence leads the practice and has a strong track record in advising high-net-worth families and business owners on wealth management, while Stuart Maggs handles estate planning for ultra-high-net-worth families and trustees, frequently those with significant corporate or property holdings. Katharine Danks is a key adviser to farmers, families and landed estates. Director Lauren Abbs joined from Clapham & Collinge Solicitors in late 2023 to add skills in estate administration and succession planning. Senior associate Jan Tyler is also highly rated. 'The sheer intelligence of the team and its abilities to solve issues for clients in difficult situations is second to none', remarks one client.
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‘Jan Tyler has demonstrated excellent knowledge on trust and probate matters, has communicated well with clients and been a pleasure to work with. A collaborative approach with other professionals is used which clients like.’
‘Tom Lawrence - strong technical knowledge ’
‘Strong team, high quality lawyers with excellent knowledge’
‘Lauren Abbs has always been a standout lawyer, both in her ability to be personable but clear and concise in her communication with clients and other professionals alike. She is highly regarded by all who have worked with her, and any client of mine who has worked with her, so much so that those I have spoken with would follow her from firm to firm.
- 'Tom Lawrence is an exceptional ambassador to the firm. He is well known and liked through the city and is a highly respected lawyer. ’
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Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Tom Lawrence
Other key lawyers
Stuart Maggs; Lauren Abbs; Katharine Danks; Jan Tyler