Clear Commercial Legal Advice
That Works in Practice

Clear thinking.
Pragmatic counsel.
Complex matters.

-Rebekah Parker, Managing Partner

Our Focus
and Advisory Approach

Laytons ETL advises businesses, investors, and individuals on the legal decisions that shape growth, risk, and opportunity. Located at Yarnwicke in the heart of the City of London, we operate at the centre of the UK’s financial and commercial activity. With over 150 years of experience, we bring together legal precision and commercial judgment to deliver clear, decisive advice.

As part of the ETL Global network, we provide coordinated legal support across jurisdictions, enabling clients to manage cross-border matters with consistency and confidence.

Real Estate & Investment Market

Transactions, finance and disputes across UK and international property markets.

Corporate & Business Market

M&A, restructuring and commercial advice for companies and founders.

Disputes & Risk Market

Commercial, shareholder and property disputes with strategic focus.

Private Capital & International Market

Wealth, tax and cross-border structuring for private clients and investors.

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Corporate

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Commercial

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Employment

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Data Protection & Information

Intellectual Property & Technology

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Real Estate

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Restructuring & Insolvency

Tax

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Arbitration

Disputes

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Private Wealth & Philanthropy

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Tax

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Arbitration

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Disputes

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Rooted in Cannon Street, City of London

Next Generation Professionals

What 150 Years of Experience Means for Our Clients

Expanding High-Value Practice Areas Across the Firm

Laytons Leadership with Rebekah Parker

Investing in a Digital-First Client Experience

Legal Solutions That Keep Your Business Moving

Corporate & Commercial

Expert guidance on mergers, acquisitions
and business growth.

Dispute Resolution

Resolving commercial conflicts early
with practical, strategic advice.

Employment

Supporting workforce strategy,
compliance and risk management.

Real Estate & Construction

Managing commercial property
and development.

Intellectual Property & Technology

Protecting your innovations, brands
and digital assets.

Tax

Practical solutions for complex corporate
and transactional tax matters.

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Helping Individuals Navigate Legal Matters with Clarity and Care

Private Client

Protecting your wealth, succession
and philanthropic goals.

Property Residential

Supporting smooth high-value
property transactions.

Employment for Individuals

Practical support with workplace
issues and disputes.

Personal Disputes

Resolving family, probate and civil
matters with clarity and care.

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Connect with our Legal Experts

Non Practicing (Retired) Introducer/Referrer

Ashley Watson

Trainee Solicitor

Michael Reeder

Partner | Head of Real Estate Investment & Finance

David Lewis

Partner

Liza Zucconi

Senior Associate

Coral Yu

Associate

Rachel Weir

Senior Associate

Daniel Walter

Paralegal

Jenna Tudtud

Partner

Ben Thorogood

Partner

Geraint Thomas

Associate

Deeva Shah

Consultant

David Sefton

Human & Pragmatic

Clear advice focused on practical outcomes.

Boutique Expertise

Partner-led service with deep specialist knowledge.

Global Reach

International expertise through ETL Global.

Top Ranked

Recognised by Chambers UK and Legal 500.

International Expertise When You Need It

As part of ETL Global, we work with a leading international group of professional services firms across Europe and beyond.

This allows us to support clients on cross-border matters, international expansion and multi-jurisdictional challenges, while maintaining the same personal, partner-led approach.

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