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From commercial enterprises and charities to personal challenges and opportunities, Russell-Cooke’s award-winning team of advisors is here to do what’s right for you.
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Advising clients in London, UK-wide and internationally

We are a top 100 legal firm with around 250 lawyers. We work for a mix of commercial, not-for-profit and private clients.

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Dispute resolution services

We take the time to get to know you. This means that when problems arise, we know how to best help you find a solution. Our litigators have experience acting for a range of clients in every kind of dispute. While we will always aim to avoid litigation, where needed we will fight your corner while managing risk.

Dispute Resolution Solicitors

Dispute resolution

Our extensive experience in dealing with disputes allows us to provide focused, strategic and commercial advice. Our specialist litigators...

Russell-Cooke wins Law Firm of the Year: The Independents

We were proud to be named Law Firm of the Year: The Independents at The Lawyer Awards 2025. The award recognises our outstanding client service, commitment to ethical practice and continued growth.

Three men smiling in black tie - the left man is in white blazer and the two men on the right are in black blazers. The man in the middle is holding the trophy. Russell-Cooke scoops Law Firm of the Year: The Independents at The Lawyer Awards

Responsible Business Report 24-25

At Russell-Cooke, we are committed to doing the right thing for our people, communities and the environment, and support those seeking access to justice. In this year's report, we chart our progress against last year's objectives and outline our targets for the year ahead.

To find out more, read our 2024-5 Responsible Business report

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Russell-Cooke news and insights

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News

04.11.2025

SEND reform on hold: what the delay means for families and schools

In a new briefing, Erin Smart explores the Department for Education’s decision to postpone publication of its White Paper on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) reform until 2026...
Erin Smart, Associate in the Russell-Cooke Solicitors, family and children team.
Erin Smart
3 min Read
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04.11.2025

Inheritance tax: an era of change for lifetime gifting—Tax Adviser

Partner James Cook has contributed an article to Tax Adviser which explores the significant inheritance tax (IHT) reforms expected in the upcoming Autumn Budget 2025...
James Cook, Partner in the Russell-Cooke Solicitors, private client team.
James Cook
1 min Read
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04.11.2025

Why train at Russell-Cooke?

With application season upon us, first-seat trainee Ruby Day shares why choosing where to apply can be overwhelming and why Russell-Cooke should...
Ruby Day, trainee solicitor at Russell-Cooke.
Ruby Day
3 min Read
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