Prince William has enlisted the renowned law firm that once represented his late mother, Princess Diana, in what many see as a significant change in direction for the future king.

The London-based firm, Mishcon de Reya, is well-known for representing Diana during her challenging 1996 divorce from Prince Charles.

By choosing to work with the same firm, William marks a clear break from royal tradition, as he moves away from the legal team typically aligned with the Palace.

Until recently, the Prince of Wales, 43, had been represented by Harbottle & Lewis, the law firm long trusted by King Charles. One of its partners, Gerrard Tyrrell, had represented both father and son.

“William wanted to strike out on his own,” a source shared with Mail Online’s royal correspondent Richard Eden.

“He did not want to continue using his father’s lawyers. It’s as simple as that. He wants to be his own man.”

This move will surely be welcomed by Mishcon de Reya and its deputy chairman, Anthony Julius, who personally represented Diana during her divorce and later worked closely with Prince William through the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund.