Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in London
Lawrence Stephens is a London-based full-service law firm dedicated to providing proactive, expert legal advice to ambitious businesses and individuals. Our clients include privately owned, family-owned, and founder-led businesses, as well as private equity-backed entities and larger corporates seeking specialist legal counsel. We pride ourselves on combining commercial awareness with a collaborative and personal approach, ensuring our advice aligns with clients' strategic goals. Our multidisciplinary teams deliver tailored solutions across banking, construction, corporate law, dispute resolution, and private wealth management.Innovation drives our practice, as we integrate advanced technology with a highly skilled workforce to address complex legal challenges. We measure success through the trusted relationships we build, underpinned by values of proactivity, collaboration, personal service, and exceptional expertise. Our commitment extends beyond legal excellence to fostering a responsible business culture focused on sustainability, diversity, and community engagement.
Services
Banking Law
Construction Law
Corporate and Commercial
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Family Law
Immigration Services
Private Wealth Planning
Real Estate Law
Tax Advisory
Highlights and features
- We offer proactive legal advice aligned with evolving commercial needs.
- Our collaborative approach ensures transparent communication and client partnership.
- Personalised service driven by a deep understanding of client goals.
- Exceptional expertise across banking, corporate law, and private wealth.
- Innovative use of technology to deliver efficient, high-quality legal solutions.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Proactive legal advice
Tailored solutions
Commercial awareness
Collaborative approach
Exceptional expertise
Services
Corporate and Commercial
We advise businesses on corporate transactions, governance, and commercial agreements. Our expertise covers mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and contract drafting. Clients benefit from pragmatic counsel tailored to their industry-specific challenges, ensuring compliance and strategic growth.
Dispute Resolution
Our team handles complex commercial disputes, arbitration, and mediation. We focus on resolving conflicts efficiently while protecting client interests. Services include contract disputes, insolvency-related litigation, and regulatory investigations, delivered with a strategic, solution-oriented mindset.
Private Wealth Planning
We provide bespoke succession planning, wills, trusts, and tax-efficient wealth management. Our approach balances legal precision with discretion, addressing both straightforward and high-net-worth client needs. Services include inheritance tax planning and intergenerational wealth transfer strategies.
Real Estate Law
We support clients in property transactions, development, and financing. Expertise spans commercial leases, acquisitions, and real estate investment. Our advice integrates market knowledge with legal rigor to facilitate deals while mitigating risks for developers and investors.
Banking Law
We advise financial institutions on regulatory compliance, lending, and structured finance. Services include asset-backed lending, fintech regulation, and blockchain-related legal frameworks. Our team combines sector-specific knowledge with innovative solutions for challenger banks and traditional institutions.
People
Steven Bernstein
Managing Director
Co-founder Steven Bernstein leads strategic development at Lawrence Stephens. With extensive experience in corporate law, he oversees firm operations and client relationships, driving growth while maintaining the firm's collaborative culture.
Goli-Michelle Banan
Senior Director
Goli-Michelle Banan specialises in corporate transactions and governance. Her expertise in cross-border deals supports the firm's international client base, combining legal acumen with a client-focused approach to complex business challenges.
Andrew Conway
Senior Director
Andrew Conway leads the firm's dispute resolution practice. With a background in commercial litigation, he provides strategic counsel in high-stakes disputes, focusing on efficient resolution and risk mitigation for corporate clients.
Lawrence Kelly
Senior Director
Lawrence Kelly oversees private wealth and succession planning. His expertise in estate law and tax-efficient strategies ensures tailored solutions for high-net-worth individuals and families across domestic and international jurisdictions.
Stephen Messias
Senior Director
Stephen Messias specialises in real estate finance and development. He advises major investors and developers on complex property transactions, leveraging market insight to deliver commercially viable legal outcomes.
Questions
What areas of law does Lawrence Stephens specialise in?
We specialise in corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution, private wealth planning, real estate, banking, and regulatory solutions, serving both businesses and individuals.
How does Lawrence Stephens approach client relationships?
We prioritise proactive, collaborative partnerships, combining legal expertise with commercial insight to deliver tailored solutions aligned with clients' strategic goals.
Is Lawrence Stephens involved in responsible business initiatives?
Yes, we focus on sustainability, diversity, and community engagement through charity partnerships, environmental practices, and pro bono work.
What makes Lawrence Stephens different from other law firms?
Our founder-led structure, agile decision-making, and commitment to personal service distinguish us, alongside sector-specific expertise in areas like fintech and sports law.
Does Lawrence Stephens offer international legal services?
We serve clients across Europe, East Asia, the Middle East, and the US through our sector-focused teams and strategic partnerships.
