Charlie Newington-Bridges - Wills & Trusts

Directory Quotes

Charlie is known for his work in company and chancery litigation, with a particular skill for understanding complex financial details. ‘He gets to grips with matters very quickly and has a great economic background. He presents in a friendly way which is effective.’ “

Charlie is particularly well regarded for his commercial nous and sector expertise in financial services. ‘He is excellent at drafting, works very hard, is clear and has great knowledge of the details of the case.’ ‘He is thorough and his paperwork is robust. Charlie is a measured and persuasive advocate whom judges take to immediately.’ “

Charlie is an exceptional and persuasive advocate, with a calm but imposing advocacy style. He also displays a meticulous attention to detail when working on papers and builds easy rapport with clients.”

Charlie is commercial, good with numbers, and able to get to the heart of matters quickly.”

Charlie is a traditional chancery practitioner with a specialism in Inheritance Act 1975 claims and experience with high-value estates and complex wills. ‘He is great with clients, pragmatic in his approach and advice, and prompt with production of advice.’ ‘Charlie provides very clear advice, understandable to the lay client and provides useful strategic input in guiding the litigation.’ “

A clear thinking, positive and precise barrister whose advice is accessible and practical.”

Traditional chancery practitioner with a specialism in Inheritance Act 1975 claims and experience with high-value estates and complex wills. ‘He rolls up his sleeves and gets his hands dirty, but still keeps in mind the client’s interests all the way through.’”

He is excellent in court and provides concise, commercially astute advice.”

Traditional chancery practitioner with a specialism in Inheritance Act 1975 claims and experience with high-value estates and complex wills. ‘Always gets an extremely good result. He deals with complicated cases very well and doesn’t lose his cool, navigating the case with confidence and professionalism. His advice is always really good across the board.’ ‘He is extremely impressive and has a really good handle on matters. His analytical abilities and skill with numbers are really well appreciated.’ “

Reassuring in court and excellent in front of a judge.”

Charlie was brilliant, the hardest-working counsel I have seen – he worked incredibly hard. He had excellent knowledge of the financial aspects of a case in light of his background in finance. He’s very approachable and knowledgeable, a good all-rounder.”

Charlie exudes confidence and commercial awareness.”