Stephenson Harwood promotes twelve to partnership
Stephenson Harwood LLP has promoted twelve lawyers to its partnership, effective from May 1, 2025.
“It’s fantastic to welcome these exceptionally talented, driven and accomplished lawyers to our partnership,” said Eifion Morris, chief executive officer, Stephenson Harwood. “Each new partner has demonstrated the strengths that define our firm — bringing legal excellence, can-do personalities and a collective entrepreneurship, as well as a genuine commitment to building lasting relationships with clients. In a world of constant change, their leadership will be key to helping our clients navigate complexity and achieve lasting success.
“I’m also pleased that this is our second largest ever group of promotions to the partnership. This milestone reflects our commitment to growing the firm for the future: investing in outstanding talent, expanding our capabilities internationally, and strengthening the way we serve our clients, wherever they are.”
The firm’s new partners in the Middle East are:
Jordan Ellis has been named a partner in the Private Wealth team. Based in Dubai, Jordan assists high-net worth individuals and families, family offices and institutional clients with the structuring of their investments, international estate and tax planning, family governance and global mobility. Jordan has significant experience in advising on international succession and asset protection structures including trusts and foundations, UAE immigration, and UAE and UK real estate investment.
Paul Katsouris has been named a partner in the Maritime, Trade and Offshore group. He advises on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters for clients including ship owners, P&I Clubs, charterers, banks, traders, bunker suppliers, family offices, private investors and energy companies. Currently based in Dubai, he will be relocating to Athens this summer, bringing contentious expertise to the team’s offering, while maintaining strong links to the Middle East.
Toufic Safie has been named a partner in the Corporate and Commercial team in Dubai. He specialises in M&A, joint ventures and foreign direct investments, within the Middle East, Africa and Europe, advising across multiple industries, particularly those operating in transportation trade and commodities. He also has significant experience on commercial matters, including franchising. Toufic has worked in various jurisdictions, including Lebanon, Greece, France, the UK, Oman and the UAE.
