Employment and Labour Law
United Kingdom
18 August 2025
The private client team at Winckworth Sherwood LLP represents wealthy individuals and their families, as well as entrepreneurs, family businesses and family offices. Other clients are UK and foreign domiciled trusts and individuals, executorships and charities. Additionally, it works with a range of agents who act on behalf of incapacitated individuals. Tim Snaith, who regularly advises on trusts, probate and succession planning matters, leads the practice, in which Hugh MacDougald is another name to note.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Excellent firm in this area capable of dealing discreetly and professionally with complex high-value cases and also with the personal relationships underlying the same. Conduct business in a civilised and professional manner which is highly effective.’
‘Tim Snaith (exceptional knowledge, judgement and pragmatic problem solving in often difficult circumstances), Hugh MacDougald (exceptional experience and great gravitas) and James Mabey (very good).'
‘James Mabey is fantastic. He stays calm under pressure, providing measured advice. He goes above and beyond in his determination to reassure his clients. I know I can trust him to provide pragmatic, measured advice and to work collaboratively with other solicitors to find sensible solutions.'
‘Exceptional client service.’
‘Bigger picture thinking - not just focusing on the immediate needs of the client, but considering broader concepts.'
- 'Tim Snaith: a brilliant, charming and energetic private client lawyer with a cool temper, a head for business and a flair for practical problem-solving. He always knows exactly what to say and putting clients at their ease.'
Practice head
Tim Snaith
Other key lawyers
Hugh MacDougald; James Mabey