BDB Pitmans ranked in the Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide

BDB Pitmans

Chambers High Net Worth ranks the leading lawyers and law firms for international private wealth and is based on in-depth analysis carried out by a dedicated team of experienced researchers.

In the 2023 edition of the guide, BDB Pitmans has once again been ranked in the following categories:

Private wealth law (London – Firms);
Private wealth law (Reading and surrounds);
Private wealth disputes (East Anglia); and
Real estate: High value residential (London – Firms).

Private Wealth Law (London – Firms):

Jonathan Colclough is highlighted for his expertise in cross-border matters, particularly those with a connection to South Africa. ‘Jonathan has an ability to assess and advise on complex matters in a deliberate and methodical way, weighing commercial considerations against the best advice.’ ‘Jonathan is great to deal with and provides clear advice.’

Judith Millar advises her clients on complex trust and estate planning matters, often relating to the variation or restructuring of trusts. ‘Judith is an exceptionally talented and skilful individual with great client-facing skills.’. ‘Judith is impressive in the domestic and international space.’

Marilyn McKeever advises high net worth clients on offshore trusts and tax matters ‘Marilyn is excellent and a strong lawyer’. ‘Marilyn is highly capable and exceptionally professional.’

Private wealth law (Reading and surrounds)

Alexander Morgan is a senior associate at the firm and advises on tax matters, wills and estate administration. ‘He provided very timely and clear advice on trust issues.’ ‘Alexander has been a great source of support to the case we are involved in. He is highly professional and knowledgeable.’

Sheilagh Magee advises on a range of matters, including estate administration. ‘Sheilagh is highly knowledgeable and has been able to answer all questions. She handled our client with grace and patience and has been quick to come back on any query’

Real estate: High value residential (London)

Hema Anand regularly acts for clients on high-value residential property acquisitions and sales. She also handles enfranchisement matters.

John Stephenson is particularly respected by industry figures for his expertise in leasehold enfranchisement and lease extension matters. ‘John is a superb lawyer. He is an absolute expert in leasehold enfranchisement, able to easily see the way through complex issues. A delight to work with.’

Tristan Ward leads the firm’s landed estates and agriculture team and is an expert on rural property matters.

Private Wealth Disputes – East Anglia and London

Lucinda Brown leads the will and trust disputes team at BDB Pitmans. She splits her time between London and Cambridge and advises trustees, beneficiaries, executors and charities on the full range of private wealth disputes. ‘Lucinda is a highly experienced private client litigator. She is bright, sensible and effective. Clients like her and have confidence in her.’ ‘Lucinda Brown is a tremendously capable litigator.’