Vance & Partners LLP · London
Precise, principled legal counsel for consequential matters.
Vance & Partners LLP is a full-service London law firm delivering precise, principled advice on corporate, commercial, private client, and dispute resolution matters — trusted by individuals and institutions alike.
Our Firm
A tradition of rigorous advocacy and considered London counsel.
Headquartered at Chancery Lane in the heart of legal London, Vance & Partners LLP delivers sophisticated legal representation to domestic and international clients. Led by Senior Managing Partner Jonathan Vance, our practice unites deep commercial acumen with meticulous preparation and steadfast integrity.
Whether advising multinational boards through intricate corporate restructurings, safeguarding generational family wealth, or advocating in high-value commercial arbitrations, our solicitors and counsel approach every matter with the highest standard of excellence and strategic clarity.
Learn more about the firmPractice Areas
Comprehensive legal expertise
Corporate & Commercial Law
Cross-border M&A, joint ventures, governance advisory, and commercial contracts structured for maximum commercial advantage.
View practice areaDispute Resolution & Arbitration
High-stakes commercial litigation, international arbitration (LCIA/ICC), and strategic mediation led by veteran trial solicitors.
View practice areaPrivate Client & Wealth
Tailored wealth preservation, international trusts, succession planning, and cross-border estate administration.
View practice areaBanking & Financial Regulation
FCA compliance advisory, financial disputes, asset tracing recovery, and institutional regulatory defense.
View practice areaCommercial Real Estate
Acquisitions, development financing, landlord-tenant advisory, and London prime commercial property transactions.
View practice areaWhite Collar & Investigations
Strategic representation in SFO investigations, corporate compliance reviews, and financial fraud defense.
View practice areaOur Attorneys
Counsel you can trust
Sarah Williams, KC
Senior Managing Partner
Corporate & Commercial Law, Civil & Commercial Litigation, Family & Matrimonial Law
Jonathan Vance
Senior Managing Partner
Corporate & Commercial Law, Civil & Commercial Litigation, Banking & Financial Disputes
James Ashford
Founding Partner & Head of Litigation
Civil & Commercial Litigation, Banking & Financial Disputes, Property & Real Estate Law
Eleanor Vance-Thornton, KC
Partner & Head of Private Client & Wealth
Family & Matrimonial Law, Estate, Wills & Trust Planning
Patricia Duhn
Partner, Corporate & Employment
Corporate & Commercial Law, Banking & Financial Disputes, Employment & Labor Law
Alistair Sterling
Partner, Commercial Litigation & Arbitration
Civil & Commercial Litigation, Banking & Financial Disputes, Property & Real Estate Law
How We Work
A clear, deliberate process from first consultation to resolution.
Initial Consultation
We discuss your situation, objectives, and the legal options available to you.
Strategy & Assessment
Your attorney develops a tailored legal strategy and outlines the path forward.
Representation
We act on your behalf — negotiating, filing, and advocating at every stage.
Resolution
We pursue the best achievable outcome and ensure you understand every step.
Why Clients Choose Us
Depth of experience, clarity of counsel.
Recognized expertise
Our partners are consistently recognized in legal directories and peer reviews for excellence in their respective practice areas.
Absolute discretion
We handle sensitive matters with the utmost confidentiality. Your privacy and the protection of your interests are paramount.
Client-centered approach
You work directly with the attorney handling your matter — not passed between associates. Clear communication at every stage.
Responsive and accessible
We return calls promptly, meet deadlines, and keep you informed. You always know where your matter stands.
40+
Years of continuous practice serving individuals, families, and businesses.
2,800
Matters successfully resolved across our practice areas.
12
Specialized practice areas led by experienced partners.
Client Perspectives
What our clients say
"Vance & Partners LLP guided us through a difficult divorce with professionalism and genuine care. The outcome exceeded our expectations, and the process was handled with remarkable discretion."
E. Hartman
Family Law Client
"When our company faced a complex commercial dispute, the firm's litigation team was exceptional. They understood our business, communicated clearly, and achieved a result that protected our interests."
D. Okonkwo
Corporate Litigation Client
Begin with a confidential consultation.
Speak directly with an attorney about your matter. We'll listen, assess your options, and provide honest guidance on next steps.
