Expertise

A significant number of Adrian’s cases involve trusts (both on and offshore), commercial and tax issues, family businesses, partnerships, inherited wealth, international aspects and the tracing of assets.

As Head of the firm’s Professional Practices Group, Adrian frequently acts for professional clients (and their spouses).  Accordingly, he has an in depth understanding of the issues facing professional clients including knowledge of complex income structures, partnership arrangements and the treatment of bonuses and incentive plans (including LTIPs, SIPs, carried interest and share options) upon divorce.  He has considerable expertise in the negotiation of pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and the treatment of personal injury damages on divorce.

Adrian has a particular interest in cohabitation claims, including the property rights of unmarried families. He has commentated in the local and national press on cohabitation issues.

He also advises on disputes relating to children, including paternity, residence, international relocation and financial provision.

Recognition

Adrian features in the leading legal directories. He has been described as “very bright, enthusiastic and able”, as “affable, supportive and a good listener” and as a “clear thinker, tenacious and resourceful” who “has the ability to get straight to the nub of the issue and advise in a very clear and practical way” with “an unflappable demeanour”.

Accreditations and Memberships

Adrian is a former chairman of Resolution in the region and remains an active member and Accredited Specialist in the fields of Ancillary Relief (HNW), Emergency Remedies in Ancillary Relief and Cohabitation. He is a trained Collaborative Lawyer.

Career

Adrian trained at Addleshaw Goddard in Leeds. In 2009, he cofounded the Stewarts Divorce and Family department in Leeds.

Personal

Adrian is a keen sports fan with a particular emphasis on rugby league and cricket. He is married with a son and daughter and in his spare time is a craft brewer.