Private Wealth Law

Alun Jones is managing partner at the firm and has extensive experience in a wide range of private client matters.

Eleanor Evans leads the trust and estate administration team at the firm. Her clients include financial institutions and corporate fiduciaries.

"Eleanor is an excellent lawyer. She is technically very astute, communicates well and understands the commercial aspects of private client work very well."

"Eleanor has a breadth of knowledge which enables her to effectively manage a wide caseload, including complex and difficult matters. She is focused on great client service."

Roman Kubiak is head of the contested wills, trusts and estates team at Hugh James. He is respected by sources, including peers and clients, for his handling of significant private wealth disputes.

"Roman is widely regarded as a leading individual in private wealth disputes and is one of our top preferences. We can rely on Roman to be measured, detail-oriented and strong in his approach."

"Roman's reputation and that of his team preceded my meeting him for the first time, and he lives up to it absolutely. He is one of very few go-to individuals in the UK on all things contested probate."

Catrin Griffiths advises wealthy clients, including those with closely held business interests, on wills, trusts and estate plans. Her work includes advising on the use of family investment companies.

"Catrin Griffiths has an excellent approach to customer service."

"Catrin Griffiths is a first-language Welsh speaker. This, combined with her knowledge of the matters in hand, makes communication a delight."

Austin Gill is a senior associate in the trusts and estate administration department at the firm. His work in this area includes advising on deeds of variation, as well as powers of attorney and tax matters.

"Austin Gill is a passionate and dedicated lawyer who places great emphasis on securing best outcomes for his clients."

"Austin Gill is extremely professional and personable with good sector presence. Always a pleasure to deal with."

Sarah O'Grady is a senior associate at Hugh James. She advises clients on a wide range of contentious private client matters, including will challenges, Inheritance Act claims, and cases concerning agricultural estates and proprietary estoppel issues.

"Sarah O'Grady is extremely calm. She basically is unflappable."