England - London • Private client
Keystone Law
With key names to note including Lisette Aguilar and Gregor Kleinknecht, the dedicated and ‘active’ team at Keystone Law is experienced in advising ultra-high-net-worth individuals, business collectors, estates, trustees, galleries and dealers on a broad range of issues. The skilled group has wide-ranging expertise spanning advising on general transactions, digital art and NFTs, and artists’ rights, authenticity and provenance disputes. It is also sought after for its advice on the recovery of looted antiquities, cultural property claims and World War II restitution issues. Noted for his expertise in IP and technology, Anthony Misquitta - a key port of call for many of the team's most high-profile clients - is also recommended for his work in this space.
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Testimonials
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‘I know Lisette Aguilar best - unusual as she has in-depth art world experience from her stint at Sotheby's, engaging and sensible'.
‘In the art law area, three key figures work together most seamlessly (Gregor Kleinknecht, Anthony Misquitta, Lisette Aguilar). They are highly recommended for more bespoke work’.
‘Gregor Kleinknecht is a careful and conscientious adviser, with a great breadth of experience working in the art law area'.
'Anthony Misquitta works across various areas, but with a clear specialism in IP. He offers high-quality advice. Lisette Aguilar is a highly respected solicitor with great experience in the auction business'.
Key clients
- Pantheon Limited
- SGT Trading Limited
- V&A
Work highlights
- Advised Pantheon Limited on the contractual arrangements and intellectual property aspects for the “Never Fear Truth” NFT project.
- Instructed by the Victoria & Albert Museum to advise on and prepare the construction contract and related documents for the second phase construction works at the new Photography Centre within the museums Grade 1-listed South Kensington home.
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