Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP’s private wealth team advises HNW clients on the full range of domestic and international issues (with a focus on US/UK matters), operating across the firm’s London, Newcastle and Leeds offices. Neil Long advises individuals, families, charities and trustees on matters such as the validity of wills and trust documents, undue influence and other matters, such as mental capacity. Will Ford works with UK and international individuals and families, as well as trustees, family offices and financial institutions. Rosie Taylor is also recommended.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘This firm is on the up and is one to watch in London especially, it has a very well established base in Newcastle where it has been the top firm for decades.’

  • ‘Neil Long leads the team and is a great guy, splits his time between disputes and non contentious. Will Ford - also great - technically excellent on the international front.'

  • 'Rosie Taylor - strong managing associate in London - ably supports Neil and is building her own profile. They are attracting great people and some big names.’

  • ‘A truly exceptional team with an ability to apply appropriate division of labour to ensure cases are dealt with economically and expeditiously. This is a very efficient unit who are truly experts in their field.'

  • ‘Neil Long is the king pin and is able to see the wood from the trees almost instantaneously, with strategic insight and formidable litigation skills.'

  • 'Rosie Taylor is a top drawer managing associate who can quickly ascertain the facts of a case to ensure progress can be made swiftly and at economic expense.'

Lawyers

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.

Rosie Taylor

Practice head

Neil Long

Other key lawyers

Will Ford