Emma Copestake, Partner in the Property Department, is listed as a ‘Top Flight – Property Lawyer’ in Spear’s Property Law Index 2026.
Hannah Robinson, Partner in the Property Department, is listed as ‘Recommended Property Lawyer’ in the Spear’s Property Law Index 2026.
For high-net-worth individuals buying or selling prime residential property, it is essential to draw on the expertise of specialist property lawyers who can navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding high-value transactions and major planning developments. Their role is to analyse intricate legal details and manage the processes involved in transferring high-value assets, ensuring transactions proceed as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
Lawyers operating at the highest level are equipped to handle a broad spectrum of services, from negotiating transactions and structuring bespoke arrangements to preparing critical documentation and providing tailored advice for each unique situation. This expertise is particularly valuable in the complex and highly competitive prime property market.
The 2026 edition of the Spear’s Property Advisers Index is an indispensable resource for high-net-worth individuals seeking expert guidance on prime and luxury property. Each year, Spear’s examines and publishes rankings of leading private-client advisers and service providers working with wealthy individuals. The index features the top London buying and selling agents, country specialists, property lawyers, property managers and other key professionals in the sector.
The rankings are compiled through a rigorous process that includes peer nominations, client feedback, telephone and face-to-face interviews, data provided by law firms, and research conducted by the Spear’s editorial team. The index highlights practitioners operating across jurisdictions worldwide and forms a core component of the Spear’s 500, widely regarded as the definitive guide to advisers serving high-net-worth individuals.
The Spear’s Property Advisers Index 2026 can be found here: The best property lawyers in 2026 – Spear’s
