Michelmores LLP has a cross-departmental offering, which is known for its work in high-value and complex domestic and international disputes. Tony Cockayne and Sara Chisholm-Batten co-lead the practice, which is frequently involved in complex trusts and estate cases for wealthy clients. Alexa Payet has particular expertise in disputes focusing on trust and probate claims, as well as on contentious Court of Protection matters. Natasha McKeever is experienced across a wide range of complicated multi-jurisdictional cases.
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‘A team who are breaking into the private client magic circle through excellent recruitment decisions. The team has the strength in depth to handle large estates and trusts litigation and the quality to handle difficult and sensitive work.’
‘Alexa Payet is at the forefront of the law of assisted dying together with being an experienced trusts and estates litigator. Natasha McKeever is clever and tactically astute. Natasha has wonderful interpersonal skills.'
Practice head
Tony Cockayne; Sara Chisholm-Batten
Other key lawyers
Alexa Payet; Natasha McKeever; Emma Bryson; Emily Peacock; Alice Daniels