23 March 2026: Distinguished City of London law firm, Druces LLP, secured three wins at the WealthBriefing European Awards 2026, one of the most respected benchmarks of excellence in the private client and wealth management sector.
The Druces’ team were awarded:
Private Client Lawyer: Paul Levy, Partner and Head of Contentious Trusts and Probate
This leading private client lawyer is renowned for his expertise in high-value disputes. Combining technical authority, strategic judgement, and emotional intelligence, he secures practical, value-preserving outcomes for HNW and UHNW clients. Paul’s prominence, thought leadership, and record of complex trust and estate litigation make him a standout winner.
Leading Individual (Advisor): Matthew Duncan, Partner and Head of Private Wealth
Matthew was commended by judges for demonstrating exceptional multi-jurisdictional expertise, including the rare achievement of qualifying as a non-resident solicitor in the DIFC. Combining advisory and contentious private client work, thought leadership, and the successful expansion of a core international department, Matthew exemplifies the ability to lead a business while maintaining the highest standards of client service and delivering outstanding outcomes for clients.
Rising Star Under 30: Hollie Travers, Solicitor, Private Wealth
Judges recognised Hollie for her exceptional impact in private wealth disputes. Demonstrating technical skill and commercial judgment, she has taken early responsibility on complex, high-value cases, contributing substantively to key disputes, guiding clients through challenging scenarios, and building trust with both clients and partners.
The judging process is known for its independence and rigour, making these awards among the most highly sought-after in the industry. Winning in such a competitive environment underscores the strength of Druces’ private client practice, dedication to emerging talent, and client-centric approach.
Edward Gordon-Hall, Chief Executive Officer, comments: “Winning an award is always an incredibly proud moment for the Druces team, so securing three in one evening is truly exceptional and is a testament to the hard work, dedication and commitment to our clients that every team member exemplifies. It is with great pleasure that I congratulate Paul, Matthew and Hollie on their successes at the WealthBriefing European Awards, and for the continued recognition of Druces’ market-leading expertise in private wealth. I would also like to extend my congratulations to all the other winners at the awards – a fantastic evening for all.”
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About Druces LLP
Founded in 1767, Druces LLP is a distinguished City of London law firm with nearly 260 years of legal heritage and a reputation for delivering commercially astute, partner-led legal services to businesses, institutions and high-net-worth individuals. Based in the heart of the City, Druces combines tradition with modern legal innovation, providing expert advice across key practice areas including corporate and capital markets, banking and finance, private wealth, dispute resolution, and residential and commercial real estate.
Recognised in leading legal directories such as Legal 500 and Chambers, and as a founder member of the Alliance of Business Lawyers, Druces offers deep domestic and cross-border expertise to clients in the UK and internationally. The firm is known for building long-term relationships, delivering tailored solutions to complex legal challenges and supporting clients at every stage of their growth and wealth-preservation journeys.
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