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Nicholas Westley

Nicholas Westley

High Net Worth 2025

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Nicholas is an experienced family barrister. He previously practised at Queen Elizabeth Building and draws on his experience at the Bar to provide clients with a unique perspective.

Nicholas specialises in complex matrimonial matters. He is particularly experienced in protecting family wealth, drafting nuptial agreements and advising in cases involving complex asset-holding structures.

Nicholas has represented a wide variety of clients in the public-eye, including several well-known musicians and Premier League footballers. He advised the trustees of a Guernsey trust who have been joined as parties to financial remedy proceedings in the High Court. He has advised in relation to multiple pre-nuptial agreements where the assets exceed £100m. Nicholas also just obtained permission to pursue an application under Part III of the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984, seeking provision from a husband worth in excess of £100m+.

“…an exceptionally gifted family lawyer and his experience on both sides of the legal profession gives him the cutting edge. He is easily one of the best, if not the best, of his generation.” Stewart Leech QC

Professional Memberships

The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn (awarded the Sunley scholarship)

Family Law Bar Association

The Denning Society

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Family/Matrimonial Finance: Ultra High Net Worth - UK-wide

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Individual Editorial
Nicholas Westley is commended for his in-depth experience advising high net worth clients on complex family matters.

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  • Nicholas Westley has got immense judgement which he brings to cases because of his background as barrister.

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  • Nicholas Westley has always been extremely well prepared, honest about what was achievable, and caring. He is always on time, adhering to deadlines. I have always felt in very safe hands.

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  • Nicholas Westley is an exceptional family lawyer who truly puts the wellbeing of all family members at the heart of his advice.

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