The article examines the balance between passion and performance in art collecting, highlighting the opportunities and challenges associated with investing in fine art. It explores key considerations including provenance, authenticity, condition, liquidity and ownership structures, while also addressing the importance
More about Art & Heritage counsel quoted in Citywealth on art as an investmentThe Spear’s 500 accolades reflect Wedlake Bell’s continued strength across multiple practice areas and our commitment to delivering exceptional, forward-thinking advice to high-net-worth individuals and families. In this year’s rankings, Rudy Capildeo has been named Top Recommended in the Art
More about Wedlake Bell named in Spear’s 500 Family & Art Lawyers IndexThe article examines how advisers are helping wealthy individuals navigate charitable structures, governance and impact measurement, while also addressing wider challenges such as donor confidence, purpose and engagement. It highlights the increasing importance of professional guidance in helping philanthropists maximise
More about Partner quoted in eprivateclient on the growing importance of professional philanthropy adviceThe article considers a case in which an appeal against the refusal of an exemption certificate was dismissed, meaning the owner of a sculpture incorporating ivory remains unable to sell the work. Tim and Matthew explain the tribunal’s reasoning and
More about Art & Luxury team author article on recent Ivory Act decisionDan Dodman is a highly regarded disputes partner specialising in complex, high-value litigation, frequently involving an international dimension. He brings extensive experience acting on strategically significant disputes, including those involving fraud and asset recovery, and has led multi-jurisdictional matters across
More about Wedlake Bell strengthens Litigation team with senior civil fraud hiresDrawing on insights from leading advisers, lawyers, collectors and luxury specialists, the article highlights how provenance, rarity and craftsmanship can significantly enhance value. While royal ownership, celebrity associations and historic significance continue to drive record prices at the top end
More about Partner quoted in Citywealth on the role of fine jewellery within the alternative assets marketThe case has been widely viewed as demonstrating the potential for AI-enabled legal services to reduce the cost of litigation, particularly for lower-value claims where economic barriers often deter claimants. This is especially relevant in the context of the small
More about Head of Disputes and Senior Associate Quoted in Law UK on AI and Access to JusticeIn the article, Frances welcomes the strategy’s ambition to tackle what has become the most prevalent crime affecting individuals and businesses in the UK, but argues that meaningful progress will depend on practical implementation rather than policy design alone. The
More about Head of Insolvency & Restructuring featured in Recovery magazine on the Government’s new Fraud Strategy