Boodle Hatfield, UK private client law firm, has appointed James Ferguson, a partner of 20 years’ standing at Taylor Wessing, to its family team.

Mr Ferguson, who joined the firm yesterday, brings with him a substantial client base, Boodle Hatfield said in a statement. His expertise lies in dealing with matters arising from the breakdown of relationships, with particular emphasis on high net worth individuals and families.

“Boodle Hatfield has an enviable reputation for its private client work, which runs through every aspect of the firm. I look forward to developing my client base and working with Boodle Hatfield’s family team further over the coming months and years,” Mr Ferguson said.

Boodle Hatfield is a 28-partner law firm, operating from offices in London and Oxford. The firm’s main departments are property, private client and tax, corporate, family, litigation and employment.