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William Saunders

UK 2026

Stephenson Harwood LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Investment Funds: Closed-ended Listed Funds

UK-wide

10 years ranked

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Investment Funds: Closed-ended Listed Funds - UK-wide

Band 1

Individual Editorial

William Saunders is head of funds and financial services at Stephenson Harwood. He advises on the structuring and launch of listed funds and investment trusts. He also assists clients with mergers and takeovers.

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William is incredibly commercial and very strong in contentious situations.
Investment Funds: Closed-ended Listed FundsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
William is my go-to legal adviser for listed investment companies.
Investment Funds: Closed-ended Listed FundsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
William is my go-to adviser for strength of technical expertise, wider market knowledge and level-headed pragmatism.
Investment Funds: Closed-ended Listed FundsChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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