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Art lawyers

We represent many of the world’s leading artists, art dealers and collectors, as well as top international galleries and museums. Our extensive experience allows us to offer valuable advice on everything from structuring transactions to challenging fraud.

Buying, selling and viewing art is one of life's great pleasures. But it is also a sophisticated business that requires the very best legal advice.

We advise 40% of the 200 top art dealers listed in ARTnews Top Collectors publication, as well as many of the world’s leading collectors. We have been involved in a number of the highest profile matters of recent times including the controversial “Canyon” case and the Richard Prince litigation. We work with many of the world's leading international galleries and museums. Working for many of the most successful people and cultural institutions in the world means much of what we do is confidential. But it’s fair to say that our connections among our client base provide us with sector expertise that is unmatched by most other law firms.
 

Protecting your success

We are the largest law firm in the world championing the interests of successful individuals and families. Whether you are deal making, tax planning or fighting to protect your investment, we have the right lawyers around the world to help. 
 

Art meets fashion

The lines between art and fashion have always been blurred but arguably never more so than today. As the law firm for successful people, fashion is a major area of work for us and we’ve worked on some of the world’s ultimate collaborations between high fashion and art.
 

Cultural institutions

We have a long history of representing museums, libraries and other important cultural institutions. Our in-depth understanding of the legal issues faced in this specialist area is enhanced by many of our lawyers serving or having served on various boards of directors, as in-house counsel and trustee.

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Our team

Sarah Barker

Sarah Barker

Partner | Head of art law | London

Sarah Barker

Partner | Head of art law | London

Art law

Eleni Polycarpou

Eleni Polycarpou

Partner | London

Eleni Polycarpou

Partner | London

Litigation and arbitration

Giulia Cipollini

Giulia Cipollini

Partner | Milan

Giulia Cipollini

Partner | Milan

Private client and tax

Dean R. Nicyper

Dean R. Nicyper

Partner | New York

Dean R. Nicyper

Partner | New York

Litigation and arbitration

Kenneth Mullen

Kenneth Mullen

Partner | London

Kenneth Mullen

Partner | London

Intellectual property and technology

Kimberly Pallen

Kimberly Pallen

Partner | San Francisco

Kimberly Pallen

Partner | San Francisco

Litigation and Arbitration

Shaun Leong

Shaun Leong

Partner | Singapore

Shaun Leong

Partner | Singapore

Litigation and Arbitration

Philip Reed

Philip Reed

Partner | London

Philip Reed

Partner | London

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Families and family offices

Families call on us when they want a firm that understands their needs – whether they are looking to pass down wealth, set up and run a family office, or make their mark through philanthropy. Find Out More
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High net worth individuals

With complex interests that often span several jurisdictions, highly successful people need seamless advice. With a full-service offering across our offices around the world, we provide just that. Find Out More
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Luxury brands

Our global team has helped many of the world's finest luxury brands build their businesses and maintain their credibility long-term. Find Out More

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