Three of the firm’s solicitors were ranked in the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide, with Clive Pointon, James Wallace and Vlad Macdonald-Munteanu making the list
Chester-based team has been supporting clients in Cheshire and across the UK for almost 40 years
Wills, Tax and Probate solicitors from law firm Aaron and Partners have been highlighted as some of the best in the region in a prestigious industry guide.
The firm’s 17-strong Wills, Trusts and Tax team earned a ‘Band One’ rank for the second consecutive year from Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth Guide. The ranking is the highest available and was given in recognition for the team’s expertise both in disputes and dealing with high-net-worth cases.
Aaron & Partners were also the only Chester firm named in the top rankings for private wealth disputes in the North West, with only five law firms achieving coveted Band One status.
The independent guide, which provides rankings for more than 5,000 UK-based legal departments, is widely recognised as a leading authority for identifying the best law firms and solicitors across the UK.
The latest rankings recognise the work of Clive Pointon, Partner and Head of Wills, Trusts and Tax; James Wallace, Contested Wills, Trusts & Estates Partner; and Vlad Macdonald-Munteanu, a Senior Associate who has made the list for the first time.
The Wills, Trusts and Tax team at Aaron and Partners has been supporting clients in Cheshire and across the UK for almost 40 years.
The team also has a strong presence in Shrewsbury.
Clive Pointon was noted for in the guide by a client for providing "an excellent level of service throughout”; while another reported that he had “provided expert advice during some very difficult times for our family."
Clive said: "We're delighted to have been listed again as Band One solicitors, building on the success of last year and really cementing our position as some of the best in the region. Chambers and Partners has a long history in our sector and is highly respected, so it's fantastic recognition for us and the firm, and reflects the high level of service we aim to provide."
James Wallace was highlighted as an expert in contentious private client matters, including will challenges and Inheritance Act claims. He was commended by a client for being "a sensitive, considerate person, always willing to listen in order to appreciate the complexities surrounding a particular situation."
James said: “We're seeing increasing demand for our services from clients in our region, but also further afield due to the specialist knowledge we have within our team.
“The latest rankings show that we are continuing to provide best-in-class services for our clients and because they are largely based on client feedback, we know that the solutions we are delivering continue to meet and exceed expectations.”
Vlad Macdonald-Munteanu was described by a client as being "commercially astute" and "tenacious in pursuing appropriate legal action" and displaying "the utmost professionalism in his work."
Vlad said: “I'm personally thrilled to make the listing for the first time - it's a privilege to be recognised in this way and reflects all the amazing work we are doing within our department.
“Our area of law requires a supportive and compassionate approach to what are often sensitive matters, but importantly we always seek to help our clients arrive at solutions that make sense commercially too.”
For more information about the Wills, Trusts and Tax team at Aaron & Partners, visit: https://www.aaronandpartners.com/personal/wills-trusts-tax/