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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
'Clients love Charlotte Watts because of her amazing ability to make the complexities of litigation seem straightforward. She has great instincts and a nose for the winning point.'
‘James Aspden is a star.’
‘The team is well-recognised as the go-to firm to represented charities and charitable trustees in trusts and estate disputes. They provide real depth of experience in this field which is invaluable in ensuring the best outcome for their clients.’
‘James Aspden is an excellent partner, offering a robust and commercially-minded approach to litigation. A good man to have in your corner in any sort of dispute, particularly in connection with charities where Wilsons are well-recognised as leaders in the field.’
‘The Wilsons Trusts and Estates team are probably the best outside of London. They routinely have high value, complex trusts and estates work in the High Court. It is always a pleasure to be instructed by them.’
‘The team is lead by James Aspden, who is a brilliant technical lawyer as well as a superb litigation strategist. He is always a pleasure to work with - and even when you are against him, you know he will be sensible in pushing his client's case.
‘James Aspden is a great strategic thinker.’
‘A team dedicated to service their clients at the highest level. Balanced and considered advice, with an exceptional knowledge of the charity sector, its needs and concerns when dealing with contentious matters.'
Key clients
- RNLI
- RSPCA
- Macmillan Cancer Support
- PDSA
- Guide Dogs
- Shelter
- RNIB
- Royal British Legion
- St Christopher's Hospice
- British Heart Foundation
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head
Charlotte Watts
Other key lawyers
Fiona Campbell-White; James Aspden; Peter Jeffreys; Gillian Fletcher; Debbie Ashenhurst