Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Complex Litigation Solutions
Stewarts Law is the UK's largest litigation-only law firm, established in 1994 and employing over 450 staff including 90+ partners. We specialise in high-value and complex disputes for corporate and individual clients, maintaining an international reputation for excellence across practice areas such as commercial litigation, personal injury, and international arbitration. Our innovative approach to litigation, including pioneering cost arrangements, enables clients to manage risk from positions of financial strength.Strategic global partnerships allow us to deliver cross-border solutions, while our commitment to excellence extends to employer responsibilities and community engagement through initiatives like Life Beyond Injury. Recognised as top-tier in The Legal 500 and Chambers, we combine litigation expertise with a client-centric focus on achieving optimal outcomes.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Personal Injury Claims
International Arbitration
Medical Negligence
Competition Litigation
Trust and Probate Litigation
Securities Litigation
Group Actions
Injury Claims
Tax Litigation
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We are the UK's largest litigation-only law firm with 30+ years' experience
- Our 90+ specialist partners deliver expertise across 20+ dispute categories
- We pioneered innovative cost arrangements for litigation risk management
- Strategic global partnerships enable cross-border dispute resolution
- Recognised as top-tier in The Legal 500 and Chambers UK guides
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
First class
Excellent knowledge
Specialist strength
Innovative approach
Focused on results
Services
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigation team handles complex business disputes with specialist expertise. We represent corporate clients in high-stakes cases involving contracts, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts. Our innovative approach combines legal excellence with strategic cost management solutions.
Personal Injury Claims
We specialise in catastrophic injury claims, helping clients secure compensation for life-changing injuries. Our dedicated team works with medical experts and rehabilitation providers to ensure comprehensive support for claimants and their families through our Life Beyond Injury initiative.
International Arbitration
With strategic global partnerships, we manage international arbitration cases across multiple jurisdictions. Our team handles complex cross-border disputes with expertise in coordinating multi-national legal requirements and cultural considerations for commercial clients.
Medical Negligence
Our medical negligence specialists investigate cases of substandard care and misdiagnosis. We work with leading medical experts to establish liability and secure compensation for clients affected by clinical errors in both private and NHS healthcare settings.
Competition Litigation
We represent clients in complex competition law disputes, including cartel damages claims and regulatory investigations. Our team combines legal expertise with economic analysis to handle high-value cases before the Competition Appeal Tribunal and European courts.
People
Stuart Dench
Managing Partner
Stuart Dench leads Stewarts Law as Managing Partner, driving strategic growth while maintaining litigation excellence. With extensive experience in complex disputes, he champions innovative legal solutions and has been named in Spears Power List 2025.
Elaina Bailes
Partner
Elaina Bailes is a partner specialising in commercial litigation, securities litigation, and insolvency. With over 25 years' experience, she handles complex financial disputes and has been consistently recognised in legal directories for her expertise.
Toby Atkinson
Partner
Toby Atkinson leads the divorce and family law team, providing specialist advice on complex financial settlements and child arrangements. His expertise in high-net-worth cases combines legal knowledge with sensitive client care.
Amber Allan
Director of Learning and Development
Amber Allan oversees professional development across Stewarts Law, designing training programs that enhance litigation skills and client service standards. With over 15 years in legal education, she ensures continuous professional growth for all staff.
Lauren Atkinson
Senior Associate
Lauren Atkinson specialises in personal injury claims, focusing on catastrophic injury cases. Her client-centred approach ensures comprehensive support for claimants seeking compensation for life-changing injuries through the firm's dedicated injury team.
Questions
What areas of law does Stewarts specialise in?
We specialise in high-value litigation across 20+ categories including commercial disputes, personal injury, international arbitration, medical negligence, and competition law.
Does Stewarts handle international cases?
Yes, we have strategic partnerships with law firms worldwide to manage cross-border disputes effectively.
What makes Stewarts different from other law firms?
As the UK's only litigation-only top-tier firm, we focus exclusively on dispute resolution with innovative cost arrangements and specialist expertise.
Are there financing options available for legal cases?
Yes, we offer innovative cost arrangements including our Stewarts Litigate ATE insurance facility to manage litigation risks.
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Reviews (2)
Terry Madden
Jun 07, 2021
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I was seriously injured abroad while working on a major film production and had no idea who to turn too, as I was aware that it was not a case for a High Street solicitor. After many months of deliberation I was fortunate to read an article about Stewarts in the newspaper. I made contact with Julian Chamberlayne and from then on a huge weight was lifted off my shoulder. Julian along with, Megan George and Peter Hale, took control in a very professional and caring way.
Their knowledge in how to deal with my case was very reassuring and they put their time into discussing with me which medical professionals they would engage. The claim was challenging and it was an uphill struggle with the Insurance Company. But with Julian and his team's perseverance, we got there in the end with a successful result.
Their knowledge in how to deal with my case was very reassuring and they put their time into discussing with me which medical professionals they would engage. The claim was challenging and it was an uphill struggle with the Insurance Company. But with Julian and his team's perseverance, we got there in the end with a successful result.
Arthur McKee
May 02, 2020
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Julian Chamberlayne and Rebecca Huxford from Stewarts Litigation team handled my claim due to a boating accident in Bermuda. The accident resulted in the death of my wife and I had serious head injuries. The case was challenging involving British, Bermudian and maritime law, 3 defendants, a Croatian insurer and I live in New Zealand. Julian and Rebecca's legal knowledge, ability and prompt responses to keep me informed as well as being compassionate to my situation made it possible to get through and reach closure. I would highly recommend them.
