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National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has once again been recognised at the highest level in the recently released Chambers and Partners High Net Worth rankings.

The firm has ranked highly for its Private Wealth offering in three regions gaining the top Band 1 position in Somerset and Band 2 in Bristol and surrounds and Manchester and surrounds. Clarke Willmott was also ranked for the first time for Private Wealth disputes in the South West, gaining a Band 3 position.

The prestigious guide also named several lawyers individually as leading practitioners in their field. Ranked in Band 1 is Taunton partner David Maddock, Manchester partner Paul Davies and Bristol partner Bonita Walters.

A new name on the guide is Taunton and Southampton partner Philip Whitcomb who receives a Band 2 ranking for the Southampton and surrounds region, while Taunton partner Tom Chiffers is placed in Band 3. Named as ‘associate to watch’ is Emily Jenkins in the Bristol office and Rebecca Clarke in the Manchester office is listed as ‘star associate’.

Anthony Fairweather, head of Clarke Willmott’s Private Client team, said: “We are delighted with this year’s High Net Worth Guide, and we’re pleased to see our people individually named for their exemplary work in their fields.

“These rankings are very impressive and are testimony to the strength and consistency of the private client team we have.

“Our strong and growing presence in all regions of the UK highlights Clarke Willmott’s private client practice as one of the best and most diverse in the country.”

The Chambers and Partners High Net Worth guide covers private wealth management work and related specialisms, features in-depth editorial about the leading lawyers and law firms for wealthy individuals and families.

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