Spearheaded by Ryan Mowat, the team at Kingsley Napley LLP specialises in complex and multi-jurisdictional trust, estate and Court of Protection cases. The group represents a diverse range of HNWIs – this includes trustees, beneficiaries and offshore fiduciaries. A sizeable proportion of its lawyers are also experienced in commercial litigation and civil fraud work. Katherine Pymont works on a variety of international and high-value trust and estates matters. Laura Phillips regularly acts as the lead lawyer on substantial cases. Kate Salter is another talented member of the department, alongside Anna O’Carroll.
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‘Ryan Mowat is a formidable litigator with sharp instincts married to considerable experience. He would be a go-to litigator for a contentious trusts and estates dispute.’
‘Ryan Mowat leads the team exceptionally well. He is one of the big names and very well respected. His focus is always on getting the job done for the client to whom he provides wise counsel.'
- 'Katherine Pymont is very tactically aware. She is able to digest complex facts in order to devise a clear strategy and advise the client effectively.'
- 'Laura Phillips is excellent with clients and advises them clearly and considerately at all times. She has a deep understanding of how this type of litigation works which she uses to excellent strategic and tactical effect.'
- 'Kate Salter already operates at partner level and likely will be made one soon. She is extremely hard working and on top of both the law and the practice. Anna O'Carroll really puts the hours in and has a perception well beyond her years, often spotting niche issues first.'
‘An excellent team, they work brilliantly together to provide an all-round service to clients. Ryan Mowat is exceptional- he has such good instincts and his commitment to his client’s cause is tireless.'
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Practice head
Ryan Mowat
Other key lawyers
Katherine Pymont; Anna O’Carroll; Laura Phillips; Kate Salter; Sophie Mass; Melanie Hart