Regional law firm Ellis Jones Solicitors has received prestigious national recognition for its private wealth legal services.
Its Private Wealth Disputes and Private Wealth Law teams have been listed in bands two and three respectively in the latest Chambers High Net Worth Guide.
Two individual Ellis Jones lawyers have also been listed: Partners Carla Brown and Lauren Day.
Lauren, Head of Dispute Resolution, is named as a Leading Individual in Band Two for Private Wealth Disputes who is ‘well-regarded’ and ‘particularly noted for her excellent client skills’.
Testimonials praise Lauren for her ‘excellent skill set for the resolution of complex disputes’ which she manages with ‘a firm, fair and steady hand’.
They also highlight that she is ‘extremely quick of thought, identifies key issues immediately and can run cases very effectively and economically for a client while keeping a sharp eye on the intended outcome’.
Carla, Head of Wills, Trusts & Probate, is ranked as a Leading Individual in the top Band One for Private Wealth Law who is ‘highly experienced’ with an ‘exceptional reputation’.
Testimonials hail Carla as a ‘star’ who is ‘professional and knowledgeable in every aspect of the advice she provides’ and highlight that the ‘extent of her expertise is exceptional’.
Another states that ‘we have the very highest regard for Carla Brown who continues to play a key role in advising us across some very complex areas of law’.
For Private Wealth Law, Ellis Jones is praised as ‘efficient, knowledgeable and helpful – it goes the extra mile’.
The firm is hailed for its ‘good technical knowledge and excellent communication and relationship skills’ in Private Wealth Disputes.
Chambers’ High Net Worth Guide is an independent annual publication that ranks lawyers and firms specialising in private wealth.
It is compiled following rigorous research and in-depth interviews with thousands of clients, legal practitioners and market sources.
Nigel Smith, Ellis Jones Managing Partner, said: “Congratulations to Lauren, Carla and all in our Private Wealth Disputes and Private Wealth Law teams.
“It is an outstanding achievement to receive independent recognition for excellence in this prestigious publication.
“Our listing once again demonstrates our commitment to providing the highest quality of advice and customer services for our valued clients. We are very proud to be rated amongst the best firms nationwide by our clients and peers in the legal industry.”
Ellis Jones Solicitors, with 183 staff including 24 Partners, has eight offices across Dorset, Hampshire and London.
Last year, the firm’s Private Wealth Disputes and Private Wealth Law teams were rated in bands two and three of its national rankings. Partners Carla Brown and Lauren Day were also listed.
Last October, Ellis Jones was also ranked in the separate Chambers & Partner UK Legal Guide 2025 in several categories with seven individually named solicitors.
It was also rated in the Legal 500 2025 edition in several key practice areas with 16 individually named lawyers.
Please visit https://www.ellisjones.co.uk/about/awards-accreditations/ for more about Ellis Jones’ accreditations and ratings.
PICTURE: Some of Ellis Jones' Partners and Consultants are pictured at its Bournemouth office.
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Notes to journalists:
Ellis Jones is a regional law firm with 183 staff including 24 Partners. It has eight offices across the south in Bournemouth, Canford Cliffs (Poole), Dorchester, Ringwood, Swanage, Broadstone and Wimborne – as well as London – and offers a wide range of services to individuals and businesses. For more information, visit www.ellisjones.co.uk.