HFW Recognised in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025

Global sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025, which ranks the top lawyers and law firms serving high net worth individuals and families around the world.

HFW achieved two department rankings and four individual lawyer rankings in this year’s guide, reflecting the firm’s continued strength in advising private clients on complex, cross-border matters. The firm maintained its Band 1 ranking in Yachts & Superyachts (Global-wide) and received new or improved rankings in Private Aircraft (Global-wide).

Notably, HFW maintained its Band 1 ranking for Yachts & Superyachts, reflecting the continued excellence of the team. Andrew Charlier was promoted to Band 2 for his work in Yachts & Superyachts, and Thomas Willan was newly recognised as an Associate to Watch in Private Aircraft, highlighting both the firm’s established expertise and emerging talent.

Client and market feedback in the guide highlights HFW’s deep sector knowledge, technical excellence, and client-first approach:

“HFW are very knowledgeable in the London market, particularly insurance issues. They are also great in managing client expectations. It is always an excellent experience working with them.”

“HFW has long invested in the best talent in the superyacht space. They continue to do so and stand out as a pre-eminent player. It is a very strong, resourced and well-balanced team.”

“They are very efficient, responsive and reasonable in handling disputes or complex situations arising from contracts. The team is keen on understanding clients’ needs and assessing them thoroughly.”

Notable practitioner feedback includes:

Jay Tooker (Band 1 – Yachts & Superyachts): “Jay is a solicitor with a great background of experience. He is not only reasonable with the adverse party but also firm when the need arises, and he knows how to deal with the client.”

Andrew Charlier (Band 2 – Yachts & Superyachts): “Andrew is calm and peaceful, and never reactive in a stressful situation. He has a good demeanour with clients and is always balanced and very professional.”

William Maclachlan (Band 4 – Yachts & Superyachts): “William is personable, well connected and knowledgeable. He is extremely good to put in front of a client. He just knows his stuff.”

Adam Shire (Band 4 – Yachts & Superyachts & Private Aircraft): “Adam is very knowledgeable in relation to both aviation and marine matters. He is highly regarded in his field and a joy to work with.”

Thomas Willan (Associate to Watch – Private Aircraft): “Thomas is very technical and experienced in the aviation industry. He is also very approachable and pleasant to work with. He always makes you feel at ease, even when the transaction is stressful.”

HFW Rankings in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025

HFW practices ranked Band 1:

Yachts & Superyachts – Global-wide

HFW lawyers ranked in Band 1:

Jay Tooker – Yachts & Superyachts, Global-wide

Other individual lawyer rankings:

Andrew Charlier – Yachts & Superyachts, Global-wide – Band 2

Adam Shire – Yachts & Superyachts & Private Aircraft, Global-wide – Band 4

William Maclachlan – Yachts & Superyachts, Global-wide – Band 4

Thomas Willan – Private Aircraft, Global-wide – Associate to Watch

The Chambers High Net Worth rankings are based on in-depth research and client feedback, assessing technical legal ability, client service, commercial vision, and professional conduct.

HFW’s full rankings in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025 can be found here.