Spearheaded by James Price, Stewarts Law LLP has ‘a genuine personal touch and really tough fighters’ who are ’unrelenting in the pursuit of the client’s cause’. It is known, both domestically and internationally, for its expertise in complex, large-scale and often high-profile trust, probate and capacity disputes both in England and other major jurisdictions. Geoff Kertesz is another leading member of the group who is frequently instructed in substantial trust and probate disputes in the UK, and in other countries such as Bermuda, BVI and the Cayman Islands. Emma Holland has a keen focus on probate disputes where there are conflicts of private international law, as well as disputes about capacity. Marcus Parker is another key figure. Senior associate, Jemma Goddard is adept at handling a broad range of trust related actions, as well as assisting in the resolution of estate related disputes. Luca Del Panta is also well-regarded.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Geoff Kertesz and Catriona Abrahams are very good lawyers and very client focussed . This together with a wealth of experience give me great comfort and security.'
‘James Price has built an excellent team from scratch. James Price is a star. That is evident from the team he has built and the work he is attracting. Would not hesitate to send him a client and have done.'
‘James Price is a brilliant leader and has developed a cohesive, tight knit group of top-class lawyers. Geoff Kertesz is universally loved by clients. He combines personal skills with legal/technical acumen unlike anyone else.'
‘Stewarts are widely regarded as the best specialist litigation firm in London. Their partner bench is superb, and each of them brings something exceptional to the table. They are my go-to firm for all litigation in London.'
‘James Price - exceptionally talented, and the person I would want on my side in any piece of litigation Marcus Parker is one of the best lawyers I have worked with in terms of his commercial instincts and his ability to get the best result for his clients. Geoff Kertesz has a brilliant mind and inspires confidence in all his clients’.
‘James Price is personable, intelligent, good judgment and determination to win for his client. Emma Holland is very able, clever, on top of her brief. An excellent young partner. Geoff Kertesz is talented, bright and able to bring a North American perspective to transatlantic private client litigation. Luca del Panta is extremely bright and capable senior associate.'
‘James Price has a huge depth of knowledge and experience which he brings to any case. He is incredibly dedicated to his clients' causes and seems to be able to keep many very significant plates spinning in many jurisdictions at the same time. Judith Swinhoe-Standen - a very bright and hard-working associate. Extremely responsive, a pleasure to deal with and takes on lots of responsibility.'
'James Price is a bright experienced litigator with a can-do attitude. Geoff Kertesz is all over the detail with a thorough command of the law in this area. Luca del Panta is a superb associate. Emma Holland is a delight to work with. Marcus Parker has a wealth of offshore experience.'
Key clients
- Ven-Jiao Wang (a.k.a. Tony Wang)
- Lands Company Limited
- Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity and other charities
Work highlights
- Advised Tony Wang on the largest trust dispute in history, winning 5-0 in the Privy Council in a decision that has far-reaching consequences for the trust industry.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Price