Ripton is a collective of like-minded professionals specialising in property disputes and mediation.

We have considerable experience and recognition. We are passionate about property and committed to adding value. We work closely with specialist consultants such as building surveyors, valuers, town planners and engineers.

Property disputes can range from general landlord and tenant matters to more specialise areas such as rent reviews, dilapidations or failing to complete a purchase. We act for landlords and major corporate occupiers as well as individuals. We look to add value by understanding property disputes as well as ways to resolve them.

We provide legal services through Keystone Law, a top 100 full service law firm and winner of Law Firm of the Year (the Lawyer Awards) 2020.


Andrew Tugwell Managing Partner

Andrew Tugwell

“Expert in his field” Legal 500

Andrew is uniquely placed to find a balance between interpreting the law and achieving commercial solutions.

With 30 years’ experience of property disputes Andrew has been ranked by the Legal Directories as a leader in his field for many years. Andrew contributes to the leading property press such as the Estates Gazette and gives seminars on Property Law topics.

One aspect that sets Andrew apart is his dual qualification as a Chartered Surveyor, which is often cited by clients as a major advantage, as well as being a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and a Mediator who is in much demand.

He is a well-known senior Property Litigation specialist. He has a solid reputation and considerable experience at Partner level. With his high value/quality work and significant clients, Andrew is a highly respected practitioner mediator and team leader.

Previously Equity Partner and Head of Property Litigation at other leading firms, Andrew has practiced in Central London.

Andrew is a Consultant with Keystone Law and founded Ripton in 2018 to specialise in Property Law and Disputes. Andrew has been rated by the leading legal directories consistently and is recognised as a leading lawyer by Chambers and Partners 2022 and by The Legal 500 2022.

Henry Powell Trainee Solicitor

Henry Powell

Henry, was called to the bar in England & Wales in 2019. Formerly a paralegal dealing with commercial disputes, Henry is a trainee solicitor specialising in property and construction matters.

Henry has experience of dealing with high value and complex arbitration matters, preparing pleadings, evidence and witness statements. He has experience of advocacy, including dealing with application in open court.

Always willing to put in maximum effort, Henry’s confidence and maturity has impressed his piers and clients alike.