Member Profile
Peter Steen
Partner | Mishcon de Reya
Office Location: England and Wales
Jurisdiction
England and Wales, Guernsey, Jersey
Top Specialisms
Estates: Contentious
Probate
Trusts: Contentious
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Professional Biography
I am a Partner and head of Private Wealth Disputes in Mishcon Private. I act principally for HNW/UHNWs in international trust disputes. Sometimes those disputes are litigated in London. Frequently, however, they are litigated in offshore jurisdictions (Channel islands, Caribbean, New Zealand etc). Such disputes often involve breach of trust claims, claims for an account, claims for removal of trustees, claims for disclosure of trust documentation, claims for rectification/mistake/Hastings Bass and the like. In addition to trust disputes, I deal with a lot of probate disputes, both cross-border and domestic, and disputes under the Inheritance (Provision for Dependants) Act 1975. The vast majority of my cases are complex and high value and they normally have a cross-border element to them. I also specialise in contentious capacity issues, which are often litigated in the Court of Protection.
Question : What drew you to specialise in private client law/ wealth advisory?
Answer: This area of law provides unique challenges and the personal aspects of the work means no two matters are the same. The legal landscape governing trusts and estate litigation constantly evolves and increasingly takes place on an international stage. Worki
Question : For lawyers entering private client law, what are key skills you think are essential?
Answer: I believe that there are a number of key skills for a private client lawyer: 1)Technical legal knowledge: A deep understanding of the niche and ever-changing legal landscape of trust and estate litigation; 2) Interpersonal skills: As mentioned, the abilit
Question : With the evolving landscape of the private client world, what are recent trends or shifts you are excited to explore?
Answer: The private client world continues to change and shift. There is an increasing globalisation of wealth, requiring knowledge of international law and understanding of potential cross-border litigation implications. As technology continues to advance, the s
Question : Where is your favourite place to take a peer for a cocktail or coffee?
Answer: Wetherspoons