Law firm Stephenson Harwood LLP has been named 'Private Client Law Firm' by Wealth Briefing magazine and London-based partner James Quarmby received the 'Private Client Lawyer' award.

Held in London on May 11, the awards showcase the best providers in the global private banking, wealth management and trusted advisor communities, recognising innovation and excellence.

The judge's complemented Stephenson Harwood's impressive range of cases and real weight of experience as well as celebrating the firm's position challenging received wisdom.

Quarmby, who leads the firm’s private wealth team, is a specialist in tax planning, wealth structuring and asset protection for international private clients. Reflecting on his achievements, the judges said: "This lawyer acts for sometimes under-represented groups; he is unafraid to speak “truth to power” and regularly discusses industry issues in print and broadcast media."

These awards follow recent successes including Quarmby being named in eprivateclient's '50 Most Influential in Private Wealth' and Spears Wealth Management's 'Tax and Trusts Lawyer of the Year'.