Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP is adept at handling complex private client disputes, including property ownership, professional negligence, high-value estates, and cross-jurisdictional litigation. Department lead David Wedgwood has extensive experience in trust and estate disputes, advising individuals, trustees, executors, and trust companies on wills, breach of trust, inheritance claims, Court of Protection matters, fraud, and complex cross-border private wealth litigation. Beth Holden has been key in complex and large proprietary estoppel cases, Tom Dickinson is skilled in representing vulnerable adults and advising on claims under the Inheritance Act, and Kimberley McGhie also supports the team.
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- The team is happy to assist clients who require alternative funding arrangements and is pragmatic about taking on these cases. David Wedgewood takes an equally pragmatic and sensible approach to accepting instructions to act as Independent Administrator on cases where executors cannot continue to act together. The team has varying levels of experience so that the work can be allocated at the correct level, making work cost-efficient.
- The Anthony Gold team is outstanding. They really care about their clients' needs and put them first. They are practical and always look to find solutions that work.
- Very good value indeed, and a friendly firm that cuts through the morass of detail and gives succinct and accurate advice, no matter how difficult the issue.
- David Wedgwood leaves no stone unturned.
- David Wedgwood is the head of the department with an excellent grasp of the issues and a laser focus on clients. He is highly experienced and, with his overlap with Court of Protection work, is ideally suited to deal with those increasingly common disputes where the scope of the dispute straddles both end of life and post-death. Tom Dickinson is a standout practitioner who has a wonderful way with clients. His empathetic style is combined with robust advancement of his client’s case while never losing sight of the pragmatic bottom line. He is easy to work with, but his laid-back style belies a steely determination to get the optimum outcome for his clients. I would also highly recommend Beth Holden. She blends sound legal judgment with great tenacity and an ability to effectively deal with both demanding clients and opponents. She also has the ability to very effectively handle the often complex relationship with ATE insurers.
- The team has a wealth of talent and depth. A very professional and competent contentious trust and probate department.
- Both David Wedgwood and Tom Dickinson are excellent. They are very knowledgeable and approachable.
- The Anthony Gold Contentious Trusts and Probate team is at the top of its game in all respects. It is exceptional in both legal knowledge, commercial judgment, and client care. They handle complex and often sensitive disputes with clarity and a calm, measured approach. They are very good at resolving issues pragmatically while keeping a clear focus on commercial outcomes. They punch well above their weight and easily compete with top city firms. They combine technical strength with an approachable style that clients respond well to. A firm I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
- Kimberley McGhie is a pleasure to work with. She has an excellent manner, and while she is capable and intelligent, she can deal with people very diplomatically. Maya Elci is also excellent. She is very bright and commercially astute. David Wedgwood is also available and is excellent at remaining calm and levelheaded.
- It's a very strong team with great experience across a broad area of work.
Work highlights
Advised the administrator of the estate of an individual on defending a multimillion-pound fraud claim against the deceased by his former employer, who alleged that the deceased breached his duties as managing director and stole millions of pounds.
Advised claimants on a proprietary estoppel action relating to an estate promised to them by their close friend.
Advised an individual, a solicitor to an estate, on a will provided to his widow with a life interest in their home, as well as the residue of the estate, with post-death allegations of fraud by the individual and the widow being investigated.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
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
David Wedgwood
Other key lawyers
Beth Holden; Tom Dickinson; Kimberley McGhie