Record number of Hunters’ Partners recognised in Chambers HNW 2024

We are delighted to announce that Hunters has once again been highlighted as a leading firm in the ninth annual publication of the Chambers High Net Worth (HNW) guide 2024.

Hunters is ranked in two categories:

• UK-wide – Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth (Band 2); and
• London (Firms) – Real Estate: High Value Residential (Band 4).

This year, a record six lawyers have been included in the listing – solidifying their status as leading individuals in their practice areas.

Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth

“Hunters are both excellent problem solvers and masterful negotiators who deliver the best possible outcome for the client they represent. I would highly recommend Hunters to handle any family matter.”

Retaining its UK-wide Band 2 ranking, our family department has “a lot of impressive performers” and a “richly deserved” reputation. Five of our Partners, Henry Hood (Band 1), Jo Carr-West (Band 4), Amy Scollan, Mark Stiebel and Richard Kershaw (Band 5) have received individual commendations.

• “Henry is so good, he’s exceptionally well regarded.”
• “Henry does high-end mediation work. I rate him highly.”
• “Henry is a real gent and a delight to deal with.”
• “Both vision and sophistication are what Jo does best. She handles firmness with class and never loses composure even under tremendous pressure.”
• “Jo is good at decreasing confrontation and is very supportive of her client. She goes above and beyond for them, and takes pressure off the client.”
• “Jo is a very good mediator.”
• “Amy strives to excel. Her motivation is clearly getting the best possible outcome for her client. She is very knowledgeable. She is an absolute asset to Hunters.”
• “Mark has a good profile among high net worth international families.”
• “Mark is a very reassuring presence and on top of the detail.”
• “Mark is strategic but also very much on the side of the client; they’ll feel exceptionally supported.”
• “Richard Kershaw is fantastic – he knew the detail, understood the implications of things and advised his client appropriately. He has a fantastic investigative ability.”
• “Richard will give clients advice in the most compassionate and efficient way. He is brilliant at managing the expectations of the client, the perfect combination.”
• “Richard is very good – very thorough and resolute in his approach.”

Family/Matrimonial: Mediators

In a new ranking for 2024, Carr-West has also been recognised as a “well-regarded mediator” in the Family/Matrimonial: Mediators category (Spotlight).

Real Estate: High Value Residential

“Everything was dealt with painlessly and efficiently. Everyone I dealt with at Hunters was knowledgeable and reassuring, and all communication was swift and effective.”

Our “extremely professional, attentive, supportive and understanding” residential property department has increased its directory ranking to Band 4. Partner and head of department, James Vernor Miles, has for the second year been acknowledged as a leading individual (Band 3).

• “James was a huge pleasure to work with as he was clearly extremely experienced from the outset. He provided very clear professional advice and guidance throughout, ensuring a positive outcome.”
• “I rate him highly – he is really practical, lovely to deal with and he deals well with difficult buyers.”

Senior Partner, Henry Hood, commented: “We are incredibly proud to once again be included in the Chambers HNW guide. That we have six lawyers commended – a significant increase from last year – demonstrates the exceptional expertise of our teams and the direction in which our firm is headed.

“This accomplishment reinforces our commitment to providing top-tier legal services and customised solutions for HNW individuals and families. We look forward to continuing our work, pursuing excellence and delivering the highest level of service.”

Find out more and access Hunters’ full Chambers & Partners UK 2024 profiles, rankings and quotes here.