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Sinclair Gibson LLP

Private Wealth Disputes

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : London (Firms)


Sinclair Gibson LLP

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About

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Led by Henry Hickman, alongside partner Amy Williams, the disputes team acts for beneficiaries, trustees, executors, protectors, family offices and wealthy individuals in domestic and international trust, estate and succession disputes.

The practice handles trust and probate litigation, Inheritance Act claims, Court of Protection matters and disputes over closely held family companies. The team is also experienced in disputes involving significant art collections, heritage assets and other valuable property, and is recognised for delivering strategic and pragmatic advice in sensitive and high-value disputes.

Chambers Review

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Private Wealth Disputes - London (Firms)

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Sinclair Gibson's litigation lawyers handle various trust and probate disputes for clients. The team advises on disputes concerning capacity and variation of trusts applications.

Strengths

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  • Sinclair Gibson's team are very responsive, proactive and keep us updated all the time. It has been a very pleasant experience.

    Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
  • The Sinclair Gibson team are all very clever, and they're all very charming. It is a nice combination.

    Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Sinclair Gibson has a real personal touch – its lawyers are all empathetic people who are sensitive to the particular needs of the client.

    Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Henry Hickman
    Band 2Henry Hickman

    Henry Hickman

    Henry Hickman is an expert in Privy Council work, as well as in trusts disputes and related matters that arise during divorce cases.
    • Henry Hickman is a very sensitive lawyer, always very calm and very sensible. He thinks about what would be good for the client and is an excellent lawyer.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Henry Hickman is a very well known individual in the private wealth disputes space. He is very nice to work with; incredibly calm and measured in his approach. He can be transformative with clients on how they receive and react to advice. He has got a really measured and relaxed style.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Henry Hickman is a very experienced and competent litigator with a very personal and pragmatic approach to resolving complex trust issues.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Henry Hickman is one of the most pragmatic lawyers in the field. He cuts through the nonsense very quickly.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 4Amy Williams
    Band 4Amy Williams

    Amy Williams

    Amy Williams is a partner at Sinclair Gibson, where she regularly acts on high-value trust and estate disputes. She has expertise in dealing with 1975 Act claims and Court of Protection matters.

    • Amy Williams is completely unflappable, has great judgement and is a pleasure to work with.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Amy is extremely capable and hands-on, always going the extra mile for her client.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Amy Williams is brilliant with clients and has excellent judgement where it is needed.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Amy is really on it. She is very good at the high-level stuff, picking out the things we need and filtering out the right questions. She is very competent.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

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