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Irwin Mitchell

Private Wealth Disputes

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : North East & Yorkshire

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Irwin Mitchell

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Private Wealth Disputes - North East & Yorkshire

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Irwin Mitchell is a well-regarded firm, particularly for its work on contentious private client matters.

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Strengths

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  • Irwin Mitchell has an established and well-resourced team with many competent individuals across our region.

    Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Irwin Mitchell are excellent. The communication and speed with which my questions were answered is impressive. I felt valued and informed throughout.

    Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

  • It is useful that there are lawyers from other parts of the business who can be brought in to support private client matters, which is proactively done.

    Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Their expertise, clear guidance and timely communication made what could have been a complex and stressful situation feel completely manageable. They always kept me informed, responded quickly to any questions, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. It was clear from the outset that they genuinely cared about getting the best outcome for me, and supported me during every step.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James Laycock
    James Laycock

    James Laycock

    James Laycock has expertise in contentious matters, particularly those relating to wills and trusts.

    • I commend James Laycock for his leadership, expertise and attention to detail.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • James is an excellent strategist in terms of the big picture and seeing where a case is going; he has a good instinct for those sorts of decisions. He is also very incisive. I enjoy reading his analysis because it's always spot on. He's very practical in terms of how to efficiently go about achieving a client's objective.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • James has always been most supportive and provides excellent advice.

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  • Andrea Jones
    Andrea Jones

    Andrea Jones

    Andrea Jones is Irwin Mitchell's national head of private client.

    • Andrea looks beyond the work she is doing and sees the client. She can identify vulnerability and make provisions for such areas with ease.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Andrea is both an excellent leader and a highly regarded and experienced lawyer.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Thomas Wainman
    Thomas Wainman

    Thomas Wainman

    Thomas Wainman is a partner in Irwin Mitchell's tax, trusts and estates practice. He has expertise in succession planning, asset protection and capital tax mitigation matters.

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  • Katherine Wainman
    Katherine Wainman

    Katherine Wainman

    Katherine Wainman is a partner at Irwin Mitchell. Wainman has significant experience and expertise in technically complex estate planning work, including cross-border matters, for ultra high net worth individuals.

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  • Elizabeth Pearson
    Elizabeth Pearson

    Elizabeth Pearson

    Elizabeth Pearson is a senior associate at Irwin Mitchell. She advises families, business owners and wealthy individuals on succession and asset management matters.

    • Elizabeth has been very precise with her advice. Her advice on family trusts has been invaluable.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Elizabeth understands the clients' needs and communicates in a way that is helpful.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Elizabeth has a really nice manner with clients; they really like her.

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  • Hollie Marcham
    Hollie Marcham

    Hollie Marcham

    Hollie Marcham is a senior associate at Irwin Mitchell. Her work includes cross-border private client matters.

    • Hollie has a really good level of knowledge and understanding, particularly where vulnerable individuals are concerned.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Hollie is an extremely approachable lawyer with a keen understanding of how to bring in other professionals to help clients. She is wonderful to work with.

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