This well‑deserved recognition highlights Luke as an individual who has demonstrated exceptional expertise and strong leadership potential within the wealth management and private client professions. His progression within the firm, together with the respect and endorsement of his peers, underscores both his impact and his promise. We are delighted to see his achievements honoured in this way.
Held at Raffles London at The OWO, the Spear’s Awards are regarded as among the most prestigious accolades in the private wealth world. The event brought together leading figures and top firms in the private client profession, setting the gold standard for serving high- and ultra‑high‑net‑worth clients. The Awards recognise and celebrate the very best private client advisers, wealth managers, lawyers, and service providers to high‑net‑worth individuals.
Payne Hicks Beach was shortlisted in five categories, the most of any firm, and we were delighted to have representation in the following categories:
Hanna Basha, Partner in our Privacy & Media Law Team in our Dispute Resolution Department, shortlisted as a finalist for Lawyer of the Year – Reputation Management;
Robert Brodrick, Partner in our Private Client Department, shortlisted as a finalist for Lawyer of the Year – Tax & Trusts;
Ben Parry-Smith, Partner in our Family Department, shortlisted as a finalist for Lawyer of the Year – Family;
The Payne Hicks Beach Family Team, shortlisted as a finalist for Private Client Innovation of the Year.
The awards evening was a truly memorable celebration of excellence across the private wealth industry. We extend our sincere thanks to Spear’s for hosting such an inspiring event and for honouring the achievements of so many outstanding professionals.
