Henry Legge KC

UK Bar

Henry Legge KC
Highly regarded silk who is recognised as the leading practitioner in this area of law. He has experience of acting in some of the most high-profile cases relating to ownership and authenticity, often against major auction houses. His practice also encompasses disputes pertaining to cultural property legislation and the negligent conduct of sales.

"A formidable, dogged advocate who knows this area extremely well. He's determined and undoubtedly has a formidable reputation."

"Clients like him because he talks the art market language. They know him and trust him."

Henry Legge KC
Henry Legge KC is a renowned silk who has an extremely strong reputation at the Chancery Bar for his handling of a wide variety of work, including both onshore and offshore matters. He is also noted for his particular expertise in matters with an art or cultural property aspect.

"He has the gravitas and vision to make incredibly complex matters appear straightforward."

Henry Legge KC
Henry Legge KC is instructed in large trust disputes, both onshore and offshore. He has also advised extensively on non-contentious matters, including those concerning the interpretation and variation of trust structures. Legge is an expert in commercial trusts, securitisation structures and private trusts. His expertise also encompasses complex tax issues which arise in trust matters.

"Has a brilliant mind, which he applies very effectively to the practical concerns surrounding cases. He is always responsive and has an excellent bedside manner with clients. One of the very best."

Henry Legge KC
Henry Legge KC is trusted by a diverse range of clients to represent them in high-profile pensions litigation, particularly concerning construction disputes and professional negligence. He is also highly valued for his foreign law and actuarial expertise, as well as his prowess in the related areas of chancery and trusts.

"Henry is intellectually very strong; he thinks outside the box. He's also very accessible."