Stephenson Harwood

Stephenson Harwood is praised as a ‘powerhouse’ that has ’an incredible bench of partners in terms of experience and strength’. Clients range from multi-millionaires to ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families with billions of pounds in assets. Its clients are typically entrepreneurial and international, and a particular focus of the practice is on complex structuring with an international angle, particularly where a business or corporation is involved. It also frequently advises on governance for family businesses, and related issues which arise during the transfer of wealth to the next generation. Key figures include the ‘excellent’ James Quarmby, and Emily Osborne. Osborne has a keen interest in succession planning and governance issues for business families. Jonathan Conder is especially experienced in acting for families with a US connection, and for families from South East Asia. Michael Rutili is a trusted adviser to numerous (mostly European) private clients, their families, and businesses. Beatrice Puoti focuses on international tax, trusts, and cross-border estate planning for UK and non-UK resident and domiciled clients.