
Art and Cultural Property Law
UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
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Strengths
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The department stands out for its deep understanding of the art market and its pragmatic, solution-driven approach. They provide clear, commercial advice tailored to the nuances of the industry.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKWedlake Bell has great insight in identifying potential risks, and it is wonderful to work with. The team has a significant understanding of how to go about navigating a complex transaction.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKThey have a unique depth of pure art and culture experience. They genuinely live in this world and are very aware of what's happening in the marketplace.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKWedlake Bell's department has an in-depth knowledge of the law and the art world, making it very well placed to tackle complex cases.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Rudy Capildeo
Rudy Capildeo focuses on non-contentious art matters, advising a range of clients including artists, collectors, notable galleries and other institutions.
Rudy was highly knowledgeable, engaging, and had our best interests at heart.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKRudy is an undisputed titan of the industry.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKRudy is very personable and he knows the market inside-out.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKRudy's pragmatic and commercial approach, paired with the ability to navigate complex matters, makes him an invaluable adviser.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Timothy Maxwell
Tim Maxwell is highly regarded for handling art litigation, including matters related to ownership, provenance and authenticity. Tim is highly expert in legal matters relating to the art world. He brings a commercial and pragmatic outlook.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKTim always finds solutions in a very creative way when the others can't. He is extremely creative.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKTim is exceptional in his field. He combines extensive expertise with a deep understanding of the art and cultural sector.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Hetty Gleave
Hetty Gleave handles contentious matters concerning title, authenticity and looted art, and is also an experienced family lawyer.
Hetty is unbelievably impressive. She is friendly, warm and personable, as well as having an incisive legal brain and with very special knowledge of her area.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKHetty is one of the most well-known and liked practitioners in the country. She is absolutely totally brilliant, tenacious and tough whilst having a lovely way about her.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKHetty is an outstanding lawyer with a huge range and depth of experience. She's savvy and smart, a great communicator and a delight to work with.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKHetty has this really quiet, underrated way of winning confidence. I think she is brilliant, and she really knows the art space.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Petra Warrington
Petra Warrington handles art matters related to authenticity, ownership and restitution.
Petra has an excellent understanding of the business. She is keen to help, provides clear explanations, and has a welcome level of patience.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKPetra is fantastic. She is a real star when it comes to any restitution-related matters.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKPetra is such a great person to run litigation. If she is on your case you breathe a sigh of relief because you know everything will be taken care of.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKPetra is a complete superstar individual. She is very clever, very approachable, and always willing to see things from a client's perspective.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKPetra Warrington is constructive, helpful and a joy to work with.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming 
Rebecca Christie
Rebecca Christie has a considerable art and cultural property practice. She is a board member of the London chapter of PAIAM and a respected member of the art law community. Christie joined Wedlake Bell as a partner in early 2026.
Rebecca is very involved in the art world. She is incredibly thorough and is able to keep her cool. She also has an eye for detail, and she is really passionate.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKRebecca is approachable and dynamic without a shadow of a doubt. There is always a drive in her to get it right. She is fantastic.
Art and Cultural Property Law respondentUKRebecca is an incredibly genuine, conscientious, motivated and hard-working lawyer who will always do right by her client.
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Ranked Individuals at Wedlake Bell LLP (5)
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Band 1 High Net Worth 2025
Practice area: Art and Cultural Property Law
Location: UK-wide
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