Stewarts Law LLP has a focus on high-net-worth disputes, with a strong reputation for its ‘excellent client care and commercial mindset’. The group is regularly active in matters involving complex, multijurisdictional assets. Adrian Clossick is the department head, and has experience in matters involving family businesses, partnerships, and inherited wealth, and frequently acts for professional clients. Lisette Dupré has key expertise in cross-border and international jurisdictional issues, and works closely with Ellie Hampson-Jones.
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‘Adrian Clossick manages this team superbly with some excellent recruits. Ellie Hampson-Jones is a fantastic lawyer with an acute sense of judgment and an encyclopaedic knowledge of the law - any client would be lucky to have her representing them at all stages.’
‘Excellent client care and commercial mindset.’
‘Lisette Dupré is a stand-out star - second to none.’
‘The team benefit from a wealth of knowledge and experience both locally and nationally. They have a strong London client base and are known for dealing with HNW and Ultra HNW cases.’
‘The team are led by the brilliant Adrian Clossick who is one of the nicest family solicitors you'll meet but is also technically outstanding. Jenny Bowden has particular expertise in handling complex and HNW nuptial agreements. She is sensible, calm and reasoned in her approach. She is a pleasure to work with.’
‘Stewarts are the standout private client firm in Leeds and the wider Yorkshire market. They are absolute professionals, have unparalleled experience for complex cases and draw from this experience to provide practical and pragmatic advice to clients.’
‘Jenny Bowden is fantastic, personable, very clear in delivery of advice, practical and pragmatic.’
‘Lisette Dupré runs a tight and professional ship. She is very knowledgeable in both Children Act and financial matters and is very ably assisted by Sophie Arrowsmith who is a fantastic lawyer.’
'Lisette Duprè stands out for her experience in cross-border family law cases, especially for her knowledge of EU Regulations.'
'The team shows confidence in managing international family law issues and provides solid legal support.'
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Practice head
Adrian Clossick
Other key lawyers
Lisette Dupré; Ellie Hampson-Jones; Jenny Bowden; Sarah Harvey; Sophie Arrowsmith; Felicia Munde