Now, at 42, Prince William—who was only 15 when he lost his mother—has reportedly returned to her trusted law firm to represent him in current legal matters. This marks a significant shift from his previous reliance on the longstanding royal firm Harbottle & Lewis.

That firm has served the royal family for many years, with William often turning to Gerrard Tyrrell, one of the company’s key partners, for legal counsel in the past.

Reports from the New York Post indicate that William has now personally sought out Anthony Julius as his new legal representative—just as his mother did nearly three decades ago.

Although there’s no indication that this legal move is related to any issues in his marriage to Kate Middleton, insiders say it’s being seen as a notable break from tradition within royal circles.

Commenting on the decision, a source reportedly told the Post, “William wanted to strike out on his own. He did not want to continue using his father’s lawyers. It’s as simple as that. He wants to be his own man.”

The insider added, “William’s decision to break away from his father’s legal advisers signals that he’s not afraid to shake up the status quo behind palace walls.”