UK Bar
Court of Protection: Property & Affairs - All Circuits
William East is well known for the breadth of his experience in chancery matters and is frequently involved in cases concerning statutory wills and contested deputyships, some of which are highly complex and involve challenging clients. He is often sought out to act in cases involving financial negligence.
Strengths
"William's immediate grasp of the complex matter and its background, and his subsequent assessment of merit and strategy was very impressive."
"He is a clear, calm and considered adviser. He is good at taking a collaborative approach and reducing the temperature in highly charged, contentious proceedings."
Chancery: Traditional - London (Bar)
William East is a noted junior who has a broad traditional chancery practice and is regularly instructed in cases concerning wills, trusts, probate and estates.
Strengths
"William is incredibly knowledgeable and an absolute pleasure to deal with professionally. He is a steady hand on the tiller, which is of huge reassurance to the client."
"Will is a fantastic barrister who, in my experience, delivers an exceptional service on every single instruction."
"Will combines a very charming approach with clients with a colossal legal brain. He's capable of handling the most complex of legal problems."