Business Details
Expert Legal Services in London
William Sturges has been a trusted legal partner since our founding in 1880, building upon a heritage that traces back to 1780 as London's second-oldest law firm. Our partner-led approach ensures clients receive specialized expertise across all legal disciplines, combining decades of experience with progressive, practical solutions tailored to deliver measurable outcomes. With our ISO 9001 certification affirming our commitment to excellence in client care, we maintain a collaborative environment where diverse legal professionals bring unique skills to address complex challenges.Our Graduate Recruitment Programme reflects our dedication to nurturing future legal talent while our equal opportunities policy fosters an inclusive workplace culture. Located in Westminster adjacent to St James's Park, we serve SMEs, public institutions, individuals and families with the same rigorous attention to detail that has defined our practice for over 140 years.
Services
Commercial Property
Employment Law
Family Law
Insolvency
Private Client
Residential Property
Litigation
Company Law
Highlights and features
- We offer partner-led legal expertise since 1880
- Our ISO 9001 certification guarantees quality management
- We combine heritage with modern legal solutions
- Our diverse legal professionals deliver specialized expertise
- We maintain a collaborative client-focused approach
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
What people say
Excellent professional
Quick to respond
Totally on the ball
Second to none
Highly recommend
Services
Commercial Property
Our commercial property solicitors handle transactions, leases, and development projects across London. We advise investors, developers, and businesses on property acquisitions and portfolio management. With partner-led expertise, we deliver practical solutions for complex property matters.
Family Law
Specialist family solicitors manage divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and financial settlements. We provide sensitive guidance through relationship breakdowns and domestic disputes. Our team handles prenuptial agreements and complex asset division cases with discretion.
Private Client
We offer wills, probate, and tax planning services for individuals and families. Our solicitors handle estate administration and lasting powers of attorney. Partner-led advice ensures comprehensive solutions for personal legal matters.
Residential Property
Residential property transactions handled by experienced conveyancing specialists. We manage purchases, sales, and remortgages across London. Our team addresses leasehold issues and property chain complexities efficiently.
Litigation
We represent clients in commercial and civil litigation matters. Our solicitors handle contract disputes, insolvency cases, and property conflicts. With Court of Appeal experience, we provide strategic dispute resolution services.
People
Amanda Adler
Solicitor
Commercial property specialist with extensive experience in London property transactions. Advises developers and investors on acquisitions and development projects. Committed to delivering practical legal solutions.
Gemma Barnhurst
Solicitor
Family law expert managing divorce cases and child arrangement disputes. Provides sensitive guidance through complex family matters. Focuses on achieving amicable resolutions where possible.
David Cross
Partner
Residential property partner with deep knowledge of London's property market. Leads conveyancing transactions and addresses complex leasehold issues. Ensures smooth property transactions for clients.
Richard Dugdale
Partner
Commercial property specialist advising major London developers and investors. Handles complex property transactions and development projects. Brings decades of experience to partner-led legal solutions.
Sophie Jones
Partner
Residential property partner managing high-value London property transactions. Specializes in addressing complex conveyancing issues and property chain management. Provides clear, practical legal advice.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in commercial property, family law, private client services, residential property, and litigation. Our partner-led approach covers all major legal disciplines.
How long has William Sturges been operating?
Founded in 1880, our lineage traces back to 1780 as London's second-oldest law firm. We've maintained legal excellence for over 140 years.
Are your services available outside London?
While based in Westminster, we serve clients nationwide through our London office. Our expertise handles matters with national and international implications.
How do you ensure service quality?
Our ISO 9001 certification guarantees quality management standards. Partner-led approach ensures experienced professionals oversee all client matters directly.
Can I get urgent legal assistance?
We prioritise timely responses but don't offer emergency services. Our regular office hours ensure prompt attention to urgent matters during business days.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Our expertise extends to cross-border transactions and international legal considerations, particularly in property and private client matters.
Reviews (4)
Oliver Brown
Oct 20, 2021
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As good as a practice gets. Not the cheapest (you get what you pay for!), but definitely excellent value. I can't recommend Sophie Jones enough.
Halina Galvin
Apr 09, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Very helpful and professional.My thanks to Richard Dugdale for his efficient and useful response to my enquiry beyond the call of duty.
Very helpful and professional.My thanks to Richard Dugdale for his efficient and useful response to my enquiry beyond the call of duty.
J. Tma
Oct 10, 2019
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Excellent all round. This firm has given me tremendous support in helping with my business and personal affairs. The resi and commercial property team is absolutly excellent with really dedicated solcitors.
Jerry Sachsen
Aug 30, 2019
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Incredibly poor attitude given to our accounts with emails going for weeks unanswered, ccing in other colleagues doesn't help. Lengths you have to go to to simply get an answer to a basic question is insulting. Took my money elsewhere, they clearly didn't want it!
