Lester Aldridge is pleased to announce that Partner Parisa Jones has been recognised in the Chambers High Net Worth (HNW) Guide 2026, achieving her first individual ranking for Private Wealth Law in Southampton and surrounds.
Parisa joins fellow Partner Oliver Phipps in the prestigious guide, with Oliver retaining his rankings for Private Wealth Law in both the UK and South Africa (Expertise Based Abroad).
The Chambers High Net Worth Guide identifies and ranks the leading professional advisers to private wealth clients globally, recognising lawyers who demonstrate exceptional technical expertise, client service and market reputation.
Parisa Jones is a Partner in Lester Aldridge’s Private Wealth team and advises clients on wills, powers of attorney, trusts, estate administration and tax planning. A qualified Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) and an Accredited Member of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, she is known for providing clear, practical advice tailored to the needs of her clients.
Her work includes advising clients on inheritance tax planning, preparing Wills, administering high-value estates, establishing and terminating trusts, and helping clients restructure their assets and estates to protect family wealth and achieve significant tax savings.
Oliver Phipps, Head of Lester Aldridge’s International Private Client team, has once again been recognised for his expertise in cross-border private client matters. He advises UK and international clients on complex estate administration, international wills and succession planning, and has built a strong reputation for advising families with connections across multiple jurisdictions.
Commenting on the rankings, John Townsend, Head of Private Wealth at Lester Aldridge, said:
“Congratulations to Parisa on her first Chambers High Net Worth ranking and to Oliver on retaining his rankings. This recognition reflects the quality of their work, the trust placed in them by clients and professional contacts, and the strength of our Private Wealth team.”
Parisa Jones added:
“I am delighted to be recognised in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide for the first time. It is a privilege to support individuals and families with their estate planning and wealth succession needs, and I am grateful to my clients and professional contacts for their trust and support. This recognition is particularly special because it reflects the relationships we build with clients and the collaborative approach we take as a team.”
The latest rankings continue Lester Aldridge’s strong presence in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide, reinforcing the firm’s reputation as a trusted adviser to high-net-worth individuals, families and international clients.
