Charles Russell Speechlys
International law firm founded in 2014, focused on private capital, with 16 offices across the UK, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the US.
Charles Russell Speechlys is an international law firm with a particular focus on private capital, advising clients at the intersection of personal, family and business interests. Established in 2014 through the merger of Charles Russell and Speechlys, the firm is headquartered in London and operates from 16 offices across the UK, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the United States.
The firm's practice spans private client work on personal and family wealth matters, corporate advisory for businesses, dispute resolution, and family law. Sector focus includes private capital, private client and personal wealth, family business and wider legal services work.
The firm has adopted legal technology including Harvey, an AI-assisted legal tool, as part of its work to develop its services. Its stated working practices include collaborative teams, client relationships built over the long term, and responsible business commitments, among them pro bono work focused on access to justice. The firm also reports investment in its people through benefits and development opportunities.