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The firm advises on some of the most complex, high value and sensitive cases in the market, with a focus on international cross-border disputes. The practice is closely integrated with its non-contentious international private wealth team with a presence in London, Hong Kong, China, Singapore and Dubai. Accordingly, it is uniquely placed to offer strategic, commercial and technical advice by drawing on the team’s global capabilities across a wide range of areas including complex cross-border taxation issues. The team excels at advising high-profile international dynastic families and professional trustees in all manner of disputes including claims for breach of trust, disputes involving family businesses, contested probate disputes, negligence claims against professional advisers and acting for trustees who become embroiled in high-value matrimonial proceedings.
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Stephenson Harwood provides global expertise to ultra-high net worth families and business owners in complex trust disputes. Clients may also benefit from the firm's highly rated non-contentious private wealth practice.
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The work ethic of the Stephenson Harwood team is second to none. Options are presented in a clear and concise manner, and the guidance is always well thought out and easy to understand.
They are very diligent and their written correspondence is always measured and detailed. From trainees up to senior partners, the case handlers are fully supported.
Their ability to calmly deal with complex matters and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders in plain English whilst not losing sight of commercial objectives is impressive.
The work ethic of the Stephenson Harwood team is second to none. Options are presented in a clear and concise manner, and the guidance is always well thought out and easy to understand.
They are very diligent and their written correspondence is always measured and detailed. From trainees up to senior partners, the case handlers are fully supported.
Their ability to calmly deal with complex matters and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders in plain English whilst not losing sight of commercial objectives is impressive.
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Jenny McKeown often advises clients on significant international trusts disputes. McKeown is head of Stephenson Harwood's employment, pensions, immigration, private wealth and tax practice group.
She is always readily available and goes above and beyond to ensure the client experience is positive. She really understands the value in building long-lasting client relationships.
Jenny McKeown has the ear of the top fiduciaries and banks. She is really close to the top people so they obviously have a lot of faith in her judgement and abilities.
Jenny McKeown is a superstar. She is a really sharp litigator who makes fantastic judgement calls.
Helena Berman sees the big picture in complicated issues and pays attention to details. She is also very personable.
Helena Berman is an excellent lawyer with great tactical nous.
Peter Gillis regularly handles significant international trust litigation proceedings. He was promoted to partner at Stephenson Harwood in 2025.
Peter is very hard-working and likes to go into the detail.
Peter Gillis is a knowledgeable hand who works hard, knows his stuff and isn't shy about offering clear advice and opinion.
Peter Gillis is a very good team player and delivers great client service.