E: karl.dembicki@raworths.co.uk
M: 07376 671262
Karl Dembicki is a private client expert with significant experience advising high net worth individuals and creative professionals on estate planning, wealth protection and cross border estates. Formerly Head of Private Client at Russells, a leading media and entertainment firm in London, he brings particular insight into the needs of clients with substantial artistic, commercial and international assets.
Karl is based in Harrogate and remains available to clients based in London. His practice focuses on Wills, trusts, inheritance tax strategy and the administration of complex and multi jurisdictional estates. He is recognised for turning intricate legal and tax issues into clear, practical advice that allows clients to safeguard their wealth and plan for the future with confidence.
Clients value Karl’s calm, pastoral approach and the way he delivers solutions that make a meaningful difference – whether protecting family assets, preserving creative legacies or shaping long term succession plans.
Alongside his client work, Karl mentors colleagues, shares his expertise and supports a collaborative, values driven culture.
Other Professional Experience
Karl is a STEP member and has served on the Mental Capacity Global Special Interest Group. In 2016 he received a STEP Worldwide Excellence Award for the Advanced Certificate in Advising Vulnerable Clients, and he has also served on the panel of experts for the STEP Private Client Awards. He is a former president of the Cambridgeshire Law Society.
Background
Joined Raworths: 2026
Previous firms: Russells, Buckles LLP (London Office), Woodfines LLP (Cambridge Office)
Education: KU Leuven (BTh); Aberystwyth (MBA); Pontifical University of St Thomas Aquinas, Rome (DCL – Doctor of Canon Law); De Montfort (GDL); Anglia Ruskin, Cambridge (LPC)
Qualified as a Solicitor: 2013
