Established MDCCCXCII
The Counsel
of Consequence
For more than a century, the most consequential matters of law — those that shape markets, resolve sovereign disputes, and protect dynastic wealth — have been entrusted to this firm. Our standard has not changed since 1892: absolute excellence, absolute discretion.
Arrange a Private ConsultationOur Legacy
Founded 1892
What began as a small chancery practice in the Inns of Court has grown into one of the most respected international law firms in the world. Through two world wars, the birth of the European Union, the rise of global finance, and the digital revolution, this firm has stood as counsel to those who shape history. Our client relationships span generations — we have served the same families, institutions, and sovereign entities for over a century.
Areas of Practice
Practice Areas
Private Client Advisory
Bespoke counsel for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and private trusts across multiple jurisdictions and generations.
International Arbitration
Representation in complex cross-border disputes before ICC, LCIA, ICSID, and ad hoc tribunals on four continents.
White-Collar Defense
Discreet, sophisticated defense in government investigations, regulatory enforcement, securities fraud, and corporate compliance matters.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Strategic counsel for transformative transactions, hostile takeovers, management buyouts, and private equity deals exceeding $500M.
Sovereign Advisory
Counsel to sovereign wealth funds, central banks, and government ministries on international investments, sanctions, and treaty obligations.
Art & Cultural Property
Provenance disputes, repatriation claims, private sales, and estate disposition of fine art, antiquities, and rare collections.
Worldwide Presence
Global Offices
London
Est. 1892
One Temple Chambers, Temple, London EC4Y 0HP
New York
Est. 1924
432 Park Avenue, 58th Floor, New York, NY 10022
Geneva
Est. 1961
Rue du Rhone 118, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland
Hong Kong
Est. 1997
Two International Finance Centre, 88/F, Central
Our Partners
Distinguished Counsel
Sir Edward Harrington, KC
Senior Partner & Chairman
Called to the Bar in 1978. Appointed King's Counsel in 1994. Sir Edward has appeared before the International Court of Justice and served as lead counsel in over 40 international arbitrations. Bencher of the Inner Temple.
Dr. Caroline Ashworth, JD, DPhil
Managing Partner, Americas
Oxford and Harvard educated. Dr. Ashworth leads the firm's transatlantic practice with a focus on sovereign advisory and sanctions law. Named to the Global Elite Thought Leaders list for six consecutive years.
The Hon. Philippe Kensington
Of Counsel, International Arbitration
Former judge of the Singapore International Commercial Court. Philippe brings 30 years of judicial experience and has authored landmark texts on investor-state dispute resolution and treaty interpretation.
Recognition
Awards & Distinctions
Chambers Global — Band 1, International Arbitration (2018-2024)
The Legal 500 — Hall of Fame, Private Client Advisory
Who's Who Legal — Firm of the Year, White-Collar Crime (2022)
Financial Times — Most Innovative Law Firm, Europe (2023)
Benchmark Litigation — Top 10 International Firm (2024)
Private Consultation
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