Biography
James Markson is the founding Managing Partner of Markson & Co., a premier law firm specializing in estate disputes, trust litigation, and probate claims. With over 25 years of experience in trust and estate law, James has successfully represented clients in some of the most complex and high-value estate disputes in the UK.
Educated at the University of Oxford, James completed his law degree with distinction and was called to the Bar before building a practice dedicated entirely to contentious trusts and estates. He founded Markson & Co. in 2015 with a simple conviction: that families facing inheritance disputes deserve counsel who combine forensic litigation skill with genuine discretion.
Beyond his legal practice, James is a sought-after speaker on estate law topics and regularly contributes articles to leading legal publications. He is deeply committed to ensuring his clients receive discreet, expert guidance during sensitive family matters.
Notable achievements
- Over 500 contentious trust and estate matters handled
- Lead counsel in multiple nine-figure cross-border trust disputes
- Regular contributor to leading private client legal publications
Recent publications
Need legal guidance?
Speak to a partner in confidence. Initial consultations are discreet, and we will tell you honestly whether you have a claim worth pursuing.