High Net Worth Guide 2026 : London (Firms)
Ranked Individuals
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Weightmans, International Private Wealth Team, comprises one of the oldest, most established teams in London.
Weightmans is consistently ranked in the top 20 Private Wealth firms in London. We have some of the UK’s leading lawyers in the field and a client base that any firm would envy. The common ground with our client base is size, complexity & notoriety.
Weightmans is a traditional private client team, steeped in history of the legal market in London. The firm’s routes trace back to the beginning of the 1800s, acting for entrepreneurial HNW clients, enabling them to grow themselves, their families & wealth. Weightmans has that quintessential London private wealth firm reputation whilst also being modern, proactive and expert. We act for families with landed estates where the firm has provided advice for 175 years, whilst also dealing with City finance leaders and captains of industry globally. We have a truly international reach acting for clients across 27 jurisdictions.
Established family wealth and landed estates, entrepreneurs, heritage estates, royal families, dignitaries, lottery-winners, media and sporting stars. We have long been a firm of choice for high profile clients. We have dedicated US/UK, Middle East and South East Asian desks, as well as being one of the only leading private wealth firms with a dedicated France/UK team.
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Weightmans' private client team advises clients on estate planning and wealth structuring, particularly through the use of trusts. The firm has a strong client base and is well rated for its skills and services.
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Weightmans have an unparalleled knowledge and a vast depth of expertise. They assist clients in a professional way to the highest standard but do it in a friendly manner and communicate clearly with clients.
Weightmans have superb technical knowledge as well as depth and strength of numbers at all levels, from partners down to newly qualified team members. They are really approachable, down to earth and accessible.
Weightmans' solicitors have genuine knowledge of their clients and broad, in-depth expertise in their respective fields.
Weightmans are distinguished by their responsiveness and clarity. They have great technical understanding and an excellent, clear client manner.
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Jonathan Shankland has a busy practice advising clients on estates, family offices, tax and trusts. Shankland is particularly adept at handling complex and high-stakes matters.
Jon is first and foremost a superb technical lawyer with vast experience in his field. There are very few better private wealth lawyers in the UK.
Jon manages to explain complex decisions in layman’s terms. He’s very down to earth.
Jon is a strong communicator and an effective client adviser, particularly in complex and sensitive situations. He demonstrates a collaborative approach to client work and is keen to involve the appropriate professionals when required, ensuring that advice is well-rounded and aligned with the client’s wider objectives.
Jon exhibits extensive knowledge of cross-border tax matters and the implications for the estate and beneficiaries.
Jonathan Shankland is a leader in the private client space in the UK. He is the most knowledgeable private client lawyer I know and he is very responsive, charismatic and pragmatic.
Patrick Malone advises his high net worth clients on structuring, asset planning, probate, succession and estates.
Patrick is an expert in his field and a trusted member of the team with great responsiveness.
Patrick is particularly effective at handling complex client situations, providing clear and well-judged advice while remaining focused on the client’s wider objectives. Patrick works collaboratively and constructively, ensuring that all relevant perspectives are considered so that clients receive joined-up, practical solutions.
Patrick is a really likeable character with a very high level of technical ability and experience.
Private Wealth Law
Private Wealth Law
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Practice area: Private Wealth Law
Location: Manchester and surrounds
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Practice area: Private Wealth Law
Location: Leeds, Bradford and surrounds
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Practice area: Private Wealth Law
Location: Birmingham and surrounds
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