The private wealth disputes team at Wedlake Bell LLP advises on the full gamut of contentious issues facing HNWIs in the UK and abroad. With Caroline Miller at the helm, it is known for its work on high-value and complex cases. Clients include families, executors, trustees and beneficiaries, while the team has a steady stream of work on Court of Protection matters for vulnerable clients. Andrew O’Keeffe is another name to note, and has particular expertise in disputes concerning the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.
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‘Caroline Miller, great to work with and very knowledgeable. Andrew O'Keefe - nothing phases him and has loads of experience. Oliver Embley- always has a smile and very dedicated.’
‘A well-resourced and impressive private client department in the City, with experience in handling heavy disputes.’
‘Andrew O'Keeffe has a calm, authoritative pragmatism, which has led to many good results for clients. He is able to take the animosity out of private client disputes and interacts well with the other side's lawyers.'
'Tom is a very impressive lawyer and has developed a strategic acumen, knowing when to press a point and when to leave it.’
‘The team is client and outcome focused, with the ability to throw the necessary resources to fact finding and litigation when needed.’
‘Andrew O'Keeffe and Helena Fairley: Both are a pleasure to work with, providing timely and accurate instructions and papers and bring a pragmatic approach to litigation.’
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Practice head
Caroline Miller
Other key lawyers
Andrew O'Keeffe; Oliver Embley; Thomas Klemme; Helena Fairley