Sam Longworth
UK Guide 2025
Band 2 : Family/Matrimonial Finance: Ultra High Net Worth
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About
Provided by Sam Longworth
Practice Areas
Sam is a leading lawyer in international, complex and high-value divorce and family law cases. He is recognised across the private wealth industries as a leader in his field.
Sam is instructed by individuals, families, and trustees across the world to address issues arising from divorce, and to assist in the preparation of pre- and post-nuptial agreements. He also has extensive expertise in complex parental disputes, with a particular emphasis on international relocation.
His clients range from the sports and entertainment industries to the City and international community, with a particular emphasis on the US, South America, Russia and the Middle East.
Sam is known for his complete discretion, commercial advice and ability to achieve swift, best-outcome solutions for his clients. He also has extensive experience in ‘private court’ based arbitration for family disputes.
Career
After training in London, Sam spent time at a leading regional practice before joining Stewarts in 2007, where he became partner in 2013.
Professional Memberships
Sam is a fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers and Vice Chair of The International Family Law Committee of The American Bar Association Section of International Law. He is an active member of the IBA and Resolution.
Publications
Sam is a regular commentator on developments in family law, divorce planning, divorce arbitration and international relocation. He is a presenter for Lexis Nexis, and has spoken at various international conferences.
Personal
When not working on behalf of clients, Sam enjoys spending time with his large family.
Chambers Review
UK
Sam Longworth regularly advises high net worth clients on complex matrimonial matters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Sam is absolutely first class, very solution-focused and imaginative."
"Sam has a very broad knowledge and understanding of issues. He is able to bring out the best in his team. He networks very well. A good balance between commercial awareness and getting things done."
"Sam always comes to cases with high litigation experience including unconventional aspects; he is good at finding an unconventional solution."
"Sam is absolutely first class, very solution-focused and imaginative."
"Sam has a very broad knowledge and understanding of issues. He is able to bring out the best in his team. He networks very well. A good balance between commercial awareness and getting things done."
"Sam always comes to cases with high litigation experience including unconventional aspects; he is good at finding an unconventional solution."