Payne Hicks Beach

Payne Hicks Beach is a full-service law firm based at 10 New Square, Lincoln's Inn, London. Founded in 1770, it advises domestic and international high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices and commercial clients, with particular strengths in private client, family and commercial law and in litigation. The firm employs more than 150 legal professionals, including partners, legal directors, associates and trainees.

The firm's stated values are creativity, a can-do attitude, collaboration, courtesy and courage. It runs a first-rate training programme and has appeared on The Lex 100 Winners List for many years, with top-tier medals for job satisfaction, work-life balance and quality of work. Payne Hicks Beach is committed to equal opportunities in employment and to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Its work covers tailored legal advice and litigation services for private and commercial clients. The practice is recognised by The Legal 100 and Chambers UK legal directories, and its reputation has been built largely on family and private client work. The firm's offices sit in Lincoln's Inn, described as one of London's finest squares and the seat of English law.