Raworths of Harrogate appoints Karl Dembecki as partner

Karl joins from London-based legal firm Russells, where he headed up its Private Wealth team for the last six years.

Rachel Tunnicliffe, Head of Private Client Services at Raworths said: “Karl’s superb communication skills and empathetic approach make him an ideal fit for the firm.

“His existing client portfolio will give our talented team the opportunity to apply their outstanding legal knowledge to a range of issues.

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“In addition, the expertise we offer from our wider private client and commercial specialists will be extremely beneficial to Karl’s clients.”

Karl Dembicki said: “Over the years I’ve been fortunate to build a strong private client practice, including several household names across the worlds of media and entertainment for whom I have acted as a trusted adviser on personal and estate planning matters.

“Many have chosen to continue working with me and have already transitioned their work to Raworths following my move to Harrogate, which reflects the trust developed over the years.

Since 2024, the Trusts, Wills and Estates team has been led by joint heads Alison Walker and Sam Jenner, enabling Rachel Tunnicliffe – the former Head of Trusts, Wills and Estates who led the team for a decade – to expand her other leadership roles as Senior Partner at Raworths and Head of Private Client Services.

Rachel added: “Alison and Sam have proven themselves to be an inspirational leadership duo – taking the team forward by nurturing our next generation of talent whilst growing its client portfolio.

“With their continued leadership and Karl on board – we can continue to grow our reputation as a centre of excellence for clients, wherever they are based.”

Raworths provides integrated commercial and private client services and employs more than 70 people at its single centre base in Harrogate, including 25 in Trusts, Wills and Estates.