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Peter Gillis
A managing associate within Stephenson Harwood’s contentious trusts group, Peter Gillis has extensive experience in complex, high-value trust disputes in the banking, financial services and private wealth sectors.
Gillis regularly acts for corporates, trustees, financial services firms, financial institutions and HNWs, advising on a broad range of trust disputes. His experience includes representing corporate finance trustees, as well as advising in complex fraud and asset recovery proceedings – often involving significant international elements.
Praised by clients for his ‘very good technical skills’ and ‘sound instincts’, Gillis is regarded as a rising star within his firm and the wider profession. ‘He’s definitely a future partner,’ a colleague says.
Rank: Rising star

Rising star 2024, Contentious Trust Lawyers
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