‘The team is unparalleled in capability; it is absolutely top-flight. The firm is, rightly, incredibly well regarded within the industry. The team benefits enormously from really slick, in-house collaboration, in terms of commercial and wealth planning advice and input.’

‘Sarah Jane Boon is a stellar partner. Sarah Jane is always two steps ahead, considering strategy which would pass others by.’

‘David Carver is one to watch. David has an in-built sense of what strategy will work for clients, and never fails to stress-test points from all angles.’

‘FLIP provides a well-rounded and excellent service. Very arguably the best boutique family law firm.’

‘Bradley Williams is second-to-none. An excellent lawyer and strategist.’

‘David Allison is at the top of his game. He is excellent in managing high-net-worth cases. He is fearless and has excellent judgment. Although he has been involved in a number of high-profile, litigious cases, he also excels as a mediator. He has a way of putting everyone at their ease and being able to bring the temperature down in any case. Helen Greenfield is excellent. She is committed to her clients, achieves great results, and is great to work with. Harriet Burge is a force to be reckoned with. She is meticulous in her approach to her cases and fights her client’s corner in an attempt to achieve the very best results.’

‘A first-class family law department.’

‘Amy Radnor is a brilliant lawyer who is equally at home running an international children case as she is a cross-border financial remedy case. A true all-rounder.’

‘Ed Floyd is a first-class legal brain and a go-to in cases with tricky legal issues.’

‘Alex is an amazing negotiator with unrivalled experience in particular for complex and cross-border disputes. Being very seasoned, Alex was able to get excellent financial results for me and my children. Extremely combative but done with grace and lightness of touch. Overall exceptional!’

‘Unrivalled reputation in family law for both children and finance matters. HFC has unmatched experience in dealing with the most complex cases and the highest profile clients. HFC will always fight the client’s corner with the utmost skill and tenacity.’

‘I have worked in particular with Frances Hughes, Renato Labi, and Bryan Jones. They stand out for their client commitment and client care, and their creative approach to legal problems. Sound advice arising from experience in most of the highest profile cases in the sector and fearlessness.’

‘My team from Kingsley Napsley was on top of all the details with thoughtful recommendations. They supported me throughout my divorce, not only with excellent legal advice but also with compassion and understanding during some difficult times for me.’

‘First class. An expert, focused family team with the support of a broad range of non-family lawyers at the firm when needed, which it is often in substantial family cases.’

‘Will MacFarlane is a great partner. Charmingly unflappable, meticulously prepared, and with a perfect client manner. Hannah Butcher and Nevin Rosenberg are two stars of the present and future.’

‘The gold standard in divorce law.’

‘Fiona Shackleton is one of the country’s most outstanding family law solicitors. She is undoubtedly the first port of call for high profile cases. Her sensitivity to the needs of individual clients is unparalleled, as is her ability to inspire and motivate the family team at PHB.’

‘Baroness Shackleton she remains, quite simply, the best family lawyer around. Nick Manners is excellent as a team leader, bringing real gravitas and confidence to his cases. Ben Parry-Smith is charming, disarming and brilliant, bringing out the best in his team and has excellent strategic vision. Victoria Hingston cares deeply about her cases, has a brilliant rapport with clients and has calm good judgment. Matthew Booth is committed, has excellent instincts and is very supportive. Camellia Buckmaster should be a partner. She’s great: good lawyer, good communicator and unflappable. Katie Parkes brings boundless energy and ideas to every case. Isabella Savill is clever, hard working and thorough. Luke Scarratt is charming and a good communicator. Marina Fitzalan Howard is wise and effective. Rachel Tiffen is thorough and supportive, and good with clients.’

‘The best family law department in the country.’

‘James Stewart remains my absolute go to amongst senior London partners. He is a true leader in international family law and has a talent for putting a perfect team together for each and every one of his clients drawing from the best of his firm.’

‘I work with Tom Amlot the most. He has great judgement and always puts clients at ease. He is a joy to work with. Lucy Brown is also great and works with Tom a lot. ’

‘The best all round team in the market. Bar none. Packed with experienced and expert partners, and the best group of home-grown and trained associates and senior associates by a mile. They are a veritable army, and can apply expert man hours of an almost unlimited level. Market leaders. At the vanguard of groundbreaking cases (see Standish v Standish for example) and the highest asset cases. A terrifying prospect to litigate against.’

‘Debbie Chism and Emma Hatley are two partners who are the backbone of the team, and will be both the market leaders for decades to come. Their advice is realistic, thorough, nuanced and strategic. Sam Longworth runs cases that overwhelm opponents in their thoroughness and quality of preparation. Matt Humphries is the silk glove to Sam’s iron fist. Lucy Stewart-Gould has risen to be one of the powerhouses at partner level. Beyond merely diligent, she knows every inch of every page of even the largest cases. Jenny Duggan is another young partner of limitless energy and passion for her client’s best interests.’

‘Emma Hatley is at the top of her game and is incredibly sharp yet very commercial. Clients have so much confidence in her. Matthew Humphries has a fabulous, calm manner with clients and is wonderful to work with.’

‘Jemima Kearney is a highly intelligent, eloquent, empathetic, and detail-focused associate, a bright future star in divorce law.’

‘Vardags are simply the best. If you are a HNW or UHNW client who wants the best family law advice and service currently available, this is the firm to go to. Without doubt, they are formidable. They are in all the biggest and most difficult cases for one reason – they win.’

‘Simon McKirgan is the best family law solicitor in London. There is nothing he cannot do and his dedication to cases reveals itself in the cases he wins for his clients. Simply brilliant.’

‘The strength in depth of the Withers family law team is effectively unrivalled in England & Wales. All the partners are leaders in the field, with profound expertise in all areas of financial remedy work.’

‘Michael Gouriet has the razor sharp mind and experience which place him at the top of his field. Katherine Landells has a brilliant intellect matched by a determination to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. Julian Lipson is one of the best family lawyers in practice.’

‘Adele Pledger is a fantastic lawyer and incredibly personable. A formidable negotiator, she fights her client’s corner firmly and effectively.’

‘Emily Brand is one of the best family law solicitors currently working. She is excellent in everyway and is devastatingly bright. Cross her at your peril.’

‘Boodle Hatfield is a highly successful family law firm who deal with the highest value, most complex cases. They have excellent partners and enormous strength in depth at associate level.’

‘Emily Brand is captain of the family law ship and has enormous experience and skill and superb judgment. Katie Male is a superb Senior Associate whose knowledge of the papers and attention to detail is second to none. Alexandra Hirst is also a superb Senior Associate. The whole team are capable of dealing with the most complex, paper-heavy cases with utmost efficiency.’

‘Dawson Cornwell are a superb family law firm with real strength in depth. They are led by Simon Bruce who is a titan of the family law. I would strongly recommend them as a firm capable of dealing with the most complex cases in all areas of family law. ’

‘Jessica Reid is smart, driven, confident and experienced. All of these ingredients make a fantastic lawyer. However, her superpower and what makes her phenomenal, is her work ethic. I genuinely don’t think there is a solicitor I know who works as hard as she does, her work ethic is unrivalled. It makes her an incredibly potent force and our client was extremely lucky to have her engine powering his case. Undoubtedly he would not have achieved the outcome he did without Jess.’

Russell Bywater is wiser than the moon. He has seen it all. Kate Brett is an absolute superstar, tipped for the very top. Jessica Reid is the iron hand in the velvet glove.’

‘Hetty Gleave is a highly effective lawyer with unique qualities of intelligence, empathy, and legal knowledge. She is particularly good at reducing complicated matters to simple statements of fact or principle. She sees the central issues and the relevant legal rules straight away.’

‘Catherine Costley has blossomed to being one of the leading divorce finance partners of her cohort. Charming yet no shrinking violet, she thinks deeply about the issues and the way to achieve the best result for the client. Josh Moger has apparently limitless energy and capacity for hard work. His commitment to the client’s cause is unsurpassed, and he lives and breathes their cases, challenging every assumption in family law, he takes nothing for granted or at face value and so finds and solves issues others miss.’

‘The team is hardworking, well-resourced, and dedicated. The lawyers work very hard for their clients. They give good advice and will try hard to settle a case where appropriate. The team benefits from the ability to have input from colleagues within the firm who work in other areas.’

‘Dickon Ceadel is a next-generation partner to watch. He is calm, super organised, discreet, and hugely empathetic.’

‘Jo Edwards is a major player in the industry and an advocate for non-court dispute resolution.’

‘This is a firm that really cares about its clients and getting the best results.’

‘Harbottle has a brilliant team in the matrimonial finance field. For what appears to be a smaller and more boutique firm, they in fact bring the clout of the large-scale commercial firms with which they compete in all the high net worth cases across London and the UK.’

‘Alex Ward is a force to be reckoned with. There are few lawyers in financial remedy cases who bring this degree of knowledge and legal nous to a case.’

‘Catherine Bedford is nothing short of sensational. In the family law space, she’s the best and brightest lawyer; the most sophisticated negotiator; and the best and most driven litigator. She gets clients what no-one else would dream possible.’

‘Alex Brereton is superb. He was a brilliant lateral hire from Mishcon. He is confident, engaged and very commercial. Client’s really warm and like him, and he gets them fantastic results.’

‘Hunters family law team are, in my opinion, the best family law team of any firm. They offer the best legal service available for individuals in relationship breakdown. The legal product and services that they offer are unparalleled, such is their quality and efficacy. They are stunningly good. The personal service they offer is also excellent.’

‘Richard Kershaw is superb: brilliant with clients and a formidable lawyer. Henry Hood is also one of the best senior family lawyers currently in practice. He is immensely wise and able to deploy his years of experience to devastating effect. And lastly, Eri Horrocks is the best junior solicitor I have ever worked with: outstanding in every respect.’

‘Barbara Reeves has been a consistently exceptional lawyer who has supported our family over many years and is considered the most trusted adviser and advocate. Barbara is a go-to person for a measured and proportionate strategy to manage any family legal matter, encapsulating wisdom and pragmatism into her guidance. Her stewardship gives her clients total confidence in her guidance and advice throughout even the most challenging legal situations.’

‘Clare Radcliffe is just brilliant. Elegant, charming, punchy. She knows how to give good advice and how to treat matters with sensitivity. She has just been promoted to partner, and this is long-overdue. She is the future of the firm.’

‘The full Rolls-Royce. Excellent lawyers across the board.’

‘Boutique, hands-on, and impeccable care of clients. No nonsense and good value for money.’

‘Patrick Kearns is one of my favourite solicitors. He gets brilliant work and runs his cases smoothly – proportionate but also incredibly efficient with a keen eye on results. Ali Granville is brilliant and will go very, very far.’

‘Superb boutique firm with a stellar reputation within the family law world. Strong leadership from the partners and great client care. Highly respected. I have referred some of my closest friends to them when they needed a family lawyer they could trust.’

‘Osbornes are a London based firm but their client list goes far and wide. They are a full-service team dealing with both children and money. Great firm with a brilliant reputation.’

‘A really dynamic and knowledgeable firm with high quality individuals from top to bottom. They care about their casework, and they do a full spectrum of family work, handling complex finance matters and also difficult children work.’

‘Yael Selig is brilliant. She has established herself immediately as a real force in international jurisdiction work. Fluent in Spanish, she brings genuine expertise in work involving Spain, Gibraltar and Israel. She is one of the most talented family law solicitors, and totally charming in person. Her personal style makes clients feel looked after and is great to work for as a barrister. Lisa Pepper is unflappable, enormously conscientious and great for cases with a tricky children and financial dimension effortlessly between Gibraltar, Spain and English jurisdictions.’

‘The team is incredibly special – the lawyers are all passionate about what they do and they do it with expertise, empathy and compassion.’

‘James Carroll is the very definition of what a modern family lawyer should be. Highly knowledgeable, accessible, empathetic and cares deeply about the outcomes of his clients’ cases.’

‘Kate Hamilton is a force of nature – she is extraordinarily thorough, robust, forthright, clear whilst maintaining a humanity and care. I felt that I could trust her judgement and her choice of barrister in court – whilst she never made any promises in regard to outcome, she gave me hope that there would be justice.’

‘Tom Farley-Hills is the key partner. He is a savvy operator with encyclopaedic knowledge of the music and sport sectors. Always pragmatic but not afraid of a fight.’

‘Sarah Harding is an excellent solicitor. She is very reassuring to clients. She is particularly good at technical cases, involving areas of financial remedy practice that are legally or technically complicated (such as TOLATA proceedings). I would not hesitate to recommend her.’

‘The team is an absolute powerhouse in the London divorce world. They handle some of the heaviest and most complex cases for celebrities, captains of industry, and all those in between. They do so with ease but without fanfare.’

‘Rosa Schofield was wonderful from start to finish – empathetic, understanding, friendly, caring and super supportive. I found the whole court process terrifying, but with Rosa there, everything felt better. I really valued her warmth in such a difficult time and how she really did care. She strove to get the best outcome for myself and my daughter. It was evident Rosa was trauma-informed and well able to support women who are victims of domestic abuse. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone.’

‘I received an exceptional service with Lucy Loizou from start to finish. She has the ability to handle trusts and complex business structures. Lucy was always highly supportive and had incredible empathy, one of the most challenging times in my life, as my daughter was battling cancer whilst I was going through my divorce.’

‘Helen Blackburn is diligent and amazingly knowledgeable. She is utterly committed to her clients and always goes the extra mile to secure the right outcome in court.’

‘Both William and Joseph have dealt with proceedings sensitively but with appropriate firmness on the part of the client. They have shown excellent knowledge of the international issues involved, sensitivity and strength in negotiations with the other side.’

‘Reputable firm which focuses on private client work. Robust representation on all range of matters from private law to financial remedies. A boutique option in the marketplace.’

‘William Healing offers clear and robust advice to clients, and is always thinking about tactical approaches to cases and the best way to support his clients.’

‘Sara Hanna is excellent. She is very hardworking, professional, charming, and has excellent judgement. Sara has a strong commercial background, which she deploys very well. The client clearly responds well to her, as she distills her advice clearly and with much stronger analysis than her peers.’

‘Bross Bennett is an excellent boutique firm. The partners and the staff are completely committed. They care about and are protective of their clients.’

‘Sharon Bennett is simply superb. She’s seen every scenario and nothing fazes her. She has great judgement, a great instinct for what is motivating people, and is extremely practical. She will roll her sleeves up and get the job done. Anna Wagstaff is a joy to work with. She gives her clients realistic and practical advice and fights their corner. Sara Hanna is intelligent and diligent. She inspires confidence.’

‘David Lillywhite is astute and resolute in remaining in tune with his clients in preparing for hearings and in negotiations. A top-tier lawyer in his field who wins the confidence of his clients, and smoothly orchestrates the team.’

‘Laura Flanagan’s practical experience, legal knowledge, and written skills have produced some of the best legal writing I have read, providing clear, thoughtful advice to clients and persuasive communications to any adversary.’

‘Ffion Greenfield is super bright and straight talking. Antonia Mee has a hugely warm presence, but gives very sensible advice and can be very tough when necessary.’

‘The family team at Freemans is made up of a team of stellar lawyers. They offer a first-rate service and always put the needs of their clients first.’

‘Mark Kosmin is a thoughtful, pragmatic and tenacious lawyer. His attention to detail is second to none. He is an excellent strategist.’

‘Gina Stavrou is a simply brilliant lawyer. No detail of a case escapes her. She has excellent technical knowledge of the law. She is loved by her clients, for whom she always provides a first-rate service. A go-to lawyer for financial remedies work.’

‘Goodman Ray is very well-connected in the legal arena with a large choice of barristers, mediators, and judges to pull into the resolution efforts. They have views on skill set and strengths of each individual to work with so that a good choice can be made regarding collaborators.’

‘Tom Brownrigg is expansive in laying out options, potential ways forward, key risks, but also brings common sense and views on what is to expect to the table.’

‘The team is capable of taking on complex cases against ‘magic circle’ firms, including with an international element.’

‘Hanne & Co’s family law team stands out for its deeply human, client-focused approach to resolving complex legal issues. What makes this practice unique is its ability to combine strong legal expertise with consistent emotional support—something that is especially important in sensitive matters like financial disputes following divorce.’

‘The team’s strengths include clear communication, practical advice, and a collaborative internal culture. Throughout my case, I experienced smooth communication not just with my solicitor, but with the wider practice. Everyone seemed to be on the same page, which gave me confidence and reassurance during a very stressful time.’

‘Bianca Martin, the solicitor who handled my case, was outstanding. What made her different from others I approached was her balance of empathy and realism. She didn’t offer false hope, but instead gave clear, honest guidance that helped me make informed decisions. Her legal knowledge was obvious from the outset, but just as valuable was her ability to make complex issues understandable and manageable.’

‘Howard Kennedy has real strength in depth, imbued with quality solicitors throughout the department. One of their greatest strengths is knowing which points to fight and which points to concede, a rare combination which undoubtedly benefits their clients but also leads to respect from opponents who know that they don’t pursue bad points.’

‘The first strength of the Howard Kennedy family law team is the formidable leadership of Lois Langton. The firm has deep expertise across a number of areas of the law, meaning it can cope with cases of the very heaviest complexity and the myriad problems they throw up – from tax to trusts to reputation management. The team works on a modern and agile basis and is extremely responsive.’

‘Lois Langton is first-rate. Some solicitors are good technical lawyers, some are good strategists and some are great communicators. Lois is all of those. She is the perfect choice for a complicated case with international aspects and – for any case involving sportspeople – there is no-one better.’

‘This team has great strength in depth across the broad spectrum of family law work. It is noted not just for court work but for its use of alternative methods of dispute resolution. It is also willing to undertake pro bono work in meritorious cases.’

‘Fran Hipperson is a stand-out lawyer notable for her unflappability and ability to turn her had to both financial and children work. She provides an excellent service to her clients.’

‘Claire Filer has a wealth of experience and technical expertise. Claire also leads the national team of family mediators.’

‘Richard Collins is well-versed in big cases and tough litigation. He is a strong litigator and is well-used to big battles where necessary. He is always on top of the full detail and is extremely responsive to clients. He has an instinctive understanding of the “right” outcome and fights hard to achieve it for his clients.’

‘Hannah Sisk was excellent. Well-prepared, calm and good-humoured so that her client had complete confidence in her abilities and judgment. I would unhesitatingly recommend her to those with matrimonial and financial difficulties.’

‘Carys Mason is fantastic. Keystone has a great number of excellent family lawyers, many of whom are at the top of their game.’

‘Simon Pigott has been at the top of the profession many, many years and continues to be a force with whom to reckon. He is experienced, wise, calm, charming and deadly. Ben Stowe is flying as a young partner. He has confidence and wisdom beyond his years, and he is a first-rate litigator. Lucy Hoare is a talented solicitor and a valuable member of any team.’

‘Simon Pigott is very simply is a top lawyer. He is pragmatic, results orientated and understood a complex multi-year case very quickly in great detail. His wealth of experience and understanding of the family law and the court system was tremendously reassuring.’

‘This is a highly professional and experienced firm. Everyone I dealt with treated me with the utmost respect and addressed my matters promptly and with discretion. I felt exceptionally well-supported during the process with clear and constant communication. I continue to recommend this firm to others.’

‘Joanna Grandfield is the best family solicitor practising in London today. She gets to the nub of any complex case quickly and expertly.’

‘Mills & Reeve are a class act. They are extremely good lawyers, give stellar advice, and build terrific relationships with their clients. They are a nationwide firm and all of their offices work to the same high standards.’

‘The only truly national family law practice with some of the best talent in the business.’

‘Vaitilingam Kay are a successful example of a boutique family law firm which has strength in depth but also the personal approach of a smaller firm.’

‘Joe Vaitilingam is universally liked and respected; his pragmatism is second to none, as is his ability to see around a problem to reach a solution. Thomas Pavey is calmly dedicated to his clients. Kathryn Cassells brings an upbeat thoroughness to her cases. Kate Barnett is highly intelligent, charming and a real asset to her clients.’

‘Excellent boutique firm. Top drawer. I have referred many of my closest friends to them. Capable of handling UHNW cases with a sensitivity and cost consciousness of a smaller firm.’

‘Carina Smith is a standout star of the team. She is extremely able and client-focused. She provides rock-solid support to her clients and is able to be tough and charming at the same time.’

‘The team provides an exceptional service of early, clear and realistic advice, very high attention to detail, considered and careful analysis of all realistic angles, and options to ensure that every step is taken at the appropriate time to ensure that the client’s interests are best promoted and secured.’

‘Carina Smith in particular is a pleasure to work with: detailed, focused; considered, approachable, and understanding – and a brilliant tactician! She is always several steps ahead, and considers the myriad potential pitfalls and advantages so she can best advise her clients.’

‘Sarah Hoskinson is discreet, pragmatic, solution-focused, and very commercially aware. No one knows more about the division of pensions on divorce than she does.’

‘Richard Handel is smart, funny, kind, and a great lawyer. He always has his finger on the pulse in terms of the family law world, and when you have him on the other side of one of your cases, you know things will be resolved sensibly.’

‘Burges Salmon is a true force to be reckoned with. They have superb work, and provide a top-notch and user-friendly service to their clients.’

‘This is a highly competent, specialised firm. They are on top of their brief, always well-prepared. They show passion for their work, they are in the corner with their clients, but they fight fair. They know the law, and they know what’s right. One of the things I like the most is that even when their opposition goes low, they stay high.’

‘Louise Walker is a great new addition to the team, bringing a down-to-earth and pragmatic can-do attitude.’

‘Camilla’s team is a tight-knit group of expert warriors, honed in the art of litigation on the grand stage. They punch remarkably above their weight and hold their own against much larger firms with far greater human resources. Their capacity to conduct litigation is remarkable. It means that everyone who works on a client’s case has an intimate knowledge of that case.’

‘Carlsons Solicitors provided me with outstanding legal support during one of the most challenging periods of my life. What makes this practice truly unique is their ability to combine technical excellence with real human empathy. They were never just ticking legal boxes – they took the time to understand the emotional complexities involved in my divorce and tailored their approach accordingly.’

‘The team was consistently responsive, strategic, and thorough. I always felt I was being listened to and that my case genuinely mattered. Their strength lies not only in their deep knowledge of family and financial law but in their calm, firm guidance throughout negotiations and proceedings. Compared to other firms I had approached initially, Carlsons stood out immediately for their clarity, professionalism, and ability to simplify what often felt like an overwhelming process.’

‘Richard Higham deserves particular recognition. His calm authority, legal insight, and ability to anticipate challenges were invaluable. Richard had an exceptional grasp of both the legal and personal dynamics involved in my case, especially given the presence of domestic abuse and the complex financial landscape I faced. I always felt protected, prepared, and well-advised.’

‘Philippa Dolan is an empathetic and extremely intelligent divorce expert. Her knowledge of the law and how best to protect her client’s best interests and guide them to the best of outcomes is highly appreciated.’

‘Charmaine is a force to be reckoned with, and her rainmaking ability is legendary.’

‘Charmaine Hast is one of the best older generation solicitors currently operating in the family law arena. There is almost nobody who has her experience and skill, and it shows. She takes on the toughest of cases and wins them with her knack for tactics and her impeccable judgment. She is first rate.’

‘For anyone seeking legal representation, I can wholeheartedly recommend this law firm. You don’t just get legal representation—you get a team that fights for you with integrity, clarity, and precision. In every respec this firm operates at the highest level. They are, quite simply, the best.’

‘Natasha Slabas is an excellent lawyer. She is great with clients, and she is cool, calm and efficient in any situation. Her knowledge of the law is superior, and I would highly recommend her.’

‘Ella Welsby is a brilliant lawyer. She is incredibly empathetic and is able to provide clients with the reassurance they need in the most stressful situations. Ella is extremely intelligent and leaves no stone unturned to secure outcomes for her clients.’

‘Hall Brown is, without doubt, one of the leading family law firms in the country. Their team combines top-tier legal expertise with a results-driven approach that consistently delivers for their clients. They are sharp, strategic, and proactive—everything you want in a firm handling sensitive and high-stakes matters. A standout choice for anyone seeking excellence in family law.’

‘Izzy Walsh is an exceptional solicitor—super insightful, incredibly clever, and an absolute pleasure to work with. She has a sharp legal mind and an instinctive understanding of complex issues, always bringing clarity and confidence to any case. Her approachable manner, combined with her professionalism and strategic thinking, makes her a true asset in the field.’

‘I cannot speak highly enough about the team at Hall Brown. They deliver the very top level of service across the board. Their delegation of work within the team is seamless and proportionate; legal advice is always spot-on, and delivered early enough in the process to make a difference; and client skills are second-to-none.’

‘Caring and considerate. Lawyers with real integrity and courage. I was fortunate to be represented by such a great team. They go above and beyond in delivering a world-class legal service.’

‘A newly established boutique firm and a real go-to for high-net-worth individuals. The growing team offers a full package of services that any client could wish to have. They work very hard, they’re intelligent and have phenomenal integrity.’

‘Georgina Hamblin is phenomenally hardworking, caring, entrepreneurial, and tenacious. Her relatively newly established boutique firm represents clients with integrity. She is not afraid of cases with phenomenal complexity and has a tactical and commercial awareness which makes her the full package.’

‘A boutique firm with particular expertise. They have excellent client care and work tirelessly for their clients. Their approach is always sound and commercial.’

‘Elizabeth Simos and Clayton Miller are both truly excellent. They are robust when required, but behind the scenes will give frank commercial advice. Their advice is clear, they are cool-headed and calm outside court but will fight hard for their clients in litigation.’

‘Ahsan Mian is a partner in waiting. He is equally comfortable in children and financial remedy cases. He always makes time for clients, gives clear and realistic advice, and is an expert negotiator with the other side.’

‘Dom Christophers is a star of now who is going places. He has the maturity and judgment of a partner. He is a go-to in cases involving the creative industry and a lawyer who has a knack for collaborating with the opposition to achieve the best possible consensual result to the mutual benefit of both clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.’

‘Rebecca Pierce is a brilliant lawyer. She brings much-needed calm to her cases and has a knack for building a strong rapport with her clients and helping them stay on an even keel in times of heightened emotion and great need. She is quick to understand her clients’ objectives and delivers her advice and carries out her role as a solicitor with supreme sensitivity and skill.’

‘Decades of experience and expertise combined with an up-and-coming partnership driving it forward and modernising, which creates a powerful combination.’

‘Equally adept at dealing with domestic and international cases.’

‘Natalie Lemonides is a real force of nature. She works incredibly hard for her clients and has a knack of achieving fantastic results.’

‘RWK Goodman are a rising force in international family law and deal with complex international cases. They have an excellent team and are always available to deal with sometimes pressing issues as they arise. The team culture is grounded and approachable, and with a high commitment to excellence in client service.’

‘Marianne Harris is my solicitor, and her work has been exceptional on all levels. Marianne has communicated with myself and the other side in a highly professional manner and has offered excellent advice in dealing with the financial remedy and helped me understand the process.’

‘Catherine Hancock has been a revelation. Not only is she kind, compassionate, and a good listener, but she also has a very good understanding of personality types. She took time to understand exactly what kind of individual we were up against, and this was integrated into our strategy. Despite a very aggressive stance from the other side, Catherine was able to calmly sift through the noise and respond to each and every communication calmly and smartly, whilst still managing my expectations in a very emotionally intelligent way.’

‘Victoria Spencer is simply excellent. She cares hugely about her clients, leaves no stone unturned, and is always one step ahead.’

‘Kathryn Peat is perhaps the best senior family lawyer currently operating. Practically perfect in every way.’

‘Sinclair Gibson has a unique ability to advise clients involved in complex family proceedings due to the excellence of their advice in relation to tax. The private client, trusts and tax planning expertise at Sinclair Gibson means that a joined up service is always available.’

‘Kathryn Peat is incredibly astute and knowledgeable in children and financial proceedings. Her years of sitting as a DDJ have given her legal knowledge and tactical ability which is unrivalled. Put simply, she never puts a foot wrong.’

‘TV Edwards offer a complete range of legal services to clients. The full package.’

‘In family law, Anest Mathias is on top of her game. She is empathetic and careful and is a solicitor who is highly in demand and well regarded.’

‘In-depth local knowledge and depth of expertise across all levels. All lawyers are down-to-earth and approachable.’

‘Bindmans have deep legal expertise and a pragmatic, user-friendly approach.’

‘Bindmans is a unique firm. It takes on and attracts fascinating and unusual cases.’

‘Good team with strength in both children and divorce/finance work, a particularly good choice for clients with cross-border issues.’

‘Charlie Bell is a very bright and enthusiastic solicitor who is driven to getting first class results for his clients. He is superb.’

‘The depth of experience of the two partners in financial remedy work consequent on divorce is what makes the firm’s offering so excellent. They can go toe to toe with the best firms in the country, and often do.’

‘Arron Bortoft is a warrior who fights his client’s corner to the end. His drafting skills are sublime, and his attention to detail and commitment to his clients is awe-inspiring. Those that may have felt browbeaten are relieved to have him on their side.’

‘William Roberts-Phelps is skilled well beyond his years of practice. He can turn the tide on the most difficult case with apparent ease. He is a partner in all but name.’

‘The individuals work well as a team and provide an excellent service – in terms of their legal and procedural knowledge, their judgment and their client care. They manage client expectations and approach every case with the intention of settling them, without in any way prejudicing their client’s overall position should the matter not settle. They are efficient, stick to deadlines and the quality of their written work is excellent. Clients can be confident that they are in excellent hands.’

‘This is a very knowledgeable and experienced team with excellent client care. They exude professionalism with consistent high standards.’

‘Jacqueline Major is hugely knowledgeable and efficient. Jacqueline went above and beyond what was required of her. I have recommended her to friends already.’

‘Clintons is a superb firm – the quality of their team, from partner level down to trainees, as well as support staff, is exceptional.’

‘Jacqueline Major has been an incredible support whilst I have navigated the financial side of my divorce. Despite being a qualified solicitor myself, the process initially felt extremely overwhelming. Jacqueline broke the process down for me, allowing me to focus on each relevant aspect at the right time. Her ability to make the difficult journey of an acrimonious divorce feel manageable has had an enormous impact on me – it empowered me and enabled me to keep moving forward.’

‘Kelly made me feel calm and confident from day one. I felt she completely supported me and that she would make sure that I ended up with the best possible outcome. Charlotte was wonderful. I was so thrilled to have both these fantastic, smart, capable lawyers on my team.’

‘Charlotte is an absolute firecracker! She has supported me the entire way. Her knowledge of the system is large.’

‘Edwards Family Law is a really tight-knit team. They are all different but their individuality allows them to shine. They are a really great boutique firm.’

‘I have worked with the London team who are dynamic and ambitious. The members of the team are knowledgeable, thorough and excellent litigators. They think through their cases in detail and use experienced counsel where needed.’

‘The team have an excellent reputation and have a great leader in Irpreet Kohli.’

‘Irpreet is a great leader and is respected by her team. She has a fantastic work ethic. I have worked with her on numerous cases, and she has worked very hard for her clients and achieved good results for them.’

‘They have a large team with really good people at every level. The partners and associates collaborate well together with counsel to ensure the success of a case.’

‘Tracey Rodford is a powerhouse.’

‘Philip Cooper is an exceptional lawyer; hard working, very clever, tough and pragmatic. He is accustomed to handling complex cases involving contested jurisdiction, international parties, assets held in trusts and company structures both onshore and offshore. He is the complete package. Lisa Greggains is a superb senior associate who always has a complete knowledge of the material in the case and a superb eye for what is important. She is a huge asset on any case.’

‘Ingrid Starcic is an exceptional lawyer. Her memory of the detail and her empathetic relationship with a client is second to none.’

‘Laurus are one of the leading firms for family law. Superb solicitors at all levels of seniority, and work for clients from low asset to UHNW with similar class and quality.’

‘Steven Gasser sets the standard for other family law solicitors to reach. A brilliant lawyer who has the rare ability to put clients at ease, whilst fighting their case hard. A class act! William Hogg makes the most complex issues look like child’s play. 

‘Manders Law have a team of super smart women based in the City of London. They deliver a first-class service and this award-winning boutique firm is a serious match for the Magic Circle. ’

‘Founder Mary-Ann Wright has a wealth of experience in family law and particularly high net worth. She is a brilliant communicator who displays excellent emotional intelligence. Bag her before the other side. Emily Kozien-Colyer is a numbers wiz with mastery of the most complex spreadsheets. A tenacious fighter but who recognises when to craft a deal. She is going places. ’

‘Mary-Ann Wright is a formidable practitioner with a particular speciality in the practice of financial relief on an international basis. She and Emily Kozien-Colyer make a formidable team. They are dauntingly efficient and look after their client’s interests relentlessly.’

‘Miles & Partners is a law firm that specialises in providing the best service and attention to its clients. They are extremely knowledgeable and are excellent communicators. They are a pleasure to deal with and a firm that is held in very high regard across the legal sector nationwide.’

‘It was a pleasure working with Miles & Partners LLP on a TOLATA matter. They were extremely professional and hands-on in their instructions to me. Linda Pope in particular was particularly impressive. They were able to handle their client’s case with the utmost care and attention.’

‘Linda Pope is an extremely talented lawyer with a particular knack for supporting vulnerable clients through highly contested and emotional litigation.’

‘Harriet Wait is a very clever lawyer and always goes the extra mile for her clients.’

‘Miles Preston is enjoying a real renaissance since Marcus Dearle took over as managing partner. He has brought tremendous energy and enthusiasm, and the firm is now getting serious big ticket litigation.’

‘Marcus Dearle is an absolute titan of the family law world. He is quite simply the best family law solicitor in the country in cases involving family trusts. He possesses huge experience, he has fantastic client skills, and he exercises excellent judgement. ’

‘Alex Davies is driven, forward-thinking, and innovative. This family team really is going places!’

‘Alex Davies is a very fine lawyer. He is excellent and very personable and understanding.’

‘Natasha Kurth is very good indeed and will be a star very soon.’

‘Sarah Ingram is a really good lawyer. She has excellent instincts, vast experience, a high level of skill and excellent judgment.’

‘Sarah Ingram is great, she has a lovely manner which the client’s respond very well to. She has good judgment as well.’

‘Charlie Geyton is hardworking and dedicated. She will do very well.’

‘Tom Quinn has excellent instincts and is a fine solicitor.’

‘Tom Quinn and Lauren Guiller make a brilliant team. Lauren is one to watch. She is a hard-working and clever associate who gives the client her all. She has become a young leader in the industry and believes that collaboration with others is key to achieving the best results for her clients.’

‘Jennifer Headon is a stand-out. She is super smart, gives excellent client service, takes the initiative, and is very robust when required.’

‘Philip Rutter is very good.’

‘The team, led by Saika Alam in my case, demonstrated a rare combination of deep legal expertise and heartfelt client care. Their approach felt tailored rather than transactional, and they consistently offered reassurance during a challenging time. Their strength lies in clear communication, responsiveness, and an ability to break down complex legal issues into manageable steps. Compared to other firms I’ve encountered, their service feels much more human-centred and collaborative.’

‘Saika Alam stands out not just for her sharp legal mind but for her emotional intelligence and kindness. She handled every aspect of my case with care, clarity, and strength — striking a perfect balance between professionalism and genuine compassion. She listened attentively, explained options clearly, and respected my views throughout. I never felt alone in the process, which was invaluable.’

‘Gorkem Ozsoy, the partner I deal with on divorce matters, shows great understanding of client’s exposure to difficult circumstances and has an excellent manner in communicating the steps necessary to obtain the best outcome.’

‘Work collaboratively and efficiently.’

‘Straight talking professionals while remaining friendly.’

‘A first-rate team led by Simon Donald.’

‘Curzon Green’s family law team is professional, efficient, and client-focused. They provide clear advice, practical solutions, and handle sensitive matters with care.’

‘Kelly-Ann is professional, thorough, and efficient, with a strong sense of empathy. She communicates well, quickly identifies key issues, and provides clear, practical advice. Compared to other lawyers, she is approachable and dependable, which puts clients at ease. I greatly appreciate her patience and consistent professionalism.’

‘I cannot praise Kelly-Ann enough. I would say that her professionalism and empathy are her strong points, whilst her knowledge and experience is vast. She is, in my opinion, an incredible asset to the firm and indeed the industry.’

‘The team was strategic, responsive, and collaborative throughout. They made a complex process feel manageable and were clearly focused on achieving the best outcome, which they did. I always felt informed and supported, and their practical approach set them apart. »What stood out most was the team’s calm, thoughtful approach and genuine commitment to getting things right. She was sharp, but also easy to work with, a clear communicator, pragmatic, and always well prepared. Michelle Uppal was especially impressive for her strategic oversight; she brought strong attention to detail and consistency throughout. »Michelle Uppal and Olivia Chatfield are very straightforward, efficient, pleasant, and understanding.’

‘Michelle Uppal and her assistant Olivia are both excellent.’

‘Michelle gives an excellent and caring service to her clients. She is robust when she needs to be, but always has a steady judgment and very good grasp of all the legal issues.’

‘They are the only firm worth going to for international family work. Second to none.’

‘Sophie Capo-Bianco is a thoughtful and intelligent solicitor. She will guide any client through the process with tailored care and thought.’

‘Uniquely placed to advise clients with connections to the UK and UAE. Skilled at the full range of cases, from professional families to UHNW.’

‘I would recommend the practice wholeheartedly. Katie has put together a phenomenal team. Humanity and empathy come through despite the really toxic circumstances in which I find myself. And, the legal advice and support from the team – whether researching unusual precedents or providing strong counter-arguments continues to be my backbone through this time.’

‘Katie is exceptionally wise, giving good counsel and with personal experience and empathy running through her advice. I have great confidence in her and her ability to seek the best for my future.’

‘Small and personal. Keeps a very realistic approach and support to avoid disappointment.’

‘Neil Graham and I have now done a number of high-value financial remedy cases together. Almost all of them have been tightly managed and settled at Private FDR, with happy clients who are able to move forward in their lives. That we have had such a consistent level of success is in no small part down to Neil, who is thoughtful, commercial, calm and sensible in the advice that he gives.’

‘Kirsty has been great, compassionate, informative and keeps matters direct and to the point.’

‘Excellent. Deep knowledge of their area of expertise.’

‘Their multidisciplinary capabilities allow them to handle complex, multi-issue cases with a high degree of coordination. The firm is very much purpose-driven with a strong focus on societal impact. My experience of Raj Bhattoa has only ever been a positive one, and I look forward to hopefully working together in the future.’

‘Raj Bhattoa is an outstanding lawyer. Raj consistently fights for her clients in an admirable manner, taking no nonsense whilst remaining calm under pressure. To add, Raj displays a meticulous eye for detail across all her dealings, providing strategic insight and workable solutions. ’

‘Sarah Norman-Scott is a first class solicitor and specialist matrimonial finance practitioner/partner. She has an excellent command of the most factually complex cases and is not afraid to fight robustly for her clients.’

‘Peters May provides a very high quality of client care as a result of its size and the close involvement of the founding partners on individual cases. The quality of the advice and representation is also high.’

‘Jessica May is a wise, constructive and firm litigator; capable of dealing with difficult clients and situations. She is very collaborative in her work with counsel.’

‘I recently worked with Juliette Peters and was most impressed by her mastery of all the detail and management of an extremely difficult case, lay client and opponent. Many experienced lawyers would not have been able to remain so calm and resolute.’

‘Anna-Laura has excellent client care skills, is able to deliver difficult and sometimes unwelcome advice in a way that the client can understand and respond to positively. She is thoughtful and innovative in seeking solutions to her client’s problems. Jennifer Moore is super bright and a clever tactician with an acute legal mind. She is definitely someone you want in your corner and not for the other side.’

‘Julian Bremner has an ability to distinguish between good points and weaker ones, which brings a much-needed pragmatism to his clients’ cases.’

‘Rayden Solicitors are an exceptional Family Law firm offering the highest quality services, at the level of ‘Magic Circle’ firms. Their work is of the highest quality, and they have a large, hard-working team of partners and associates, all of whom offer great experience and expertise.’

‘Andrea Plum is very experienced and client focused.’

‘Excellent client care and technical knowledge.’

‘Andrea plum is exceptional.’

‘Simkins LLP was highly recommended but I was unaware of the unique legal support I would be requiring during my case. The Simkins’ team rose to the challenges with professionalism, integrity and tenacity. Deborah was unwavering and calm in her work.’

‘Deborah Jeff was my lead solicitor with intelligence and honour. It was with her unwavering support from day one through the difficult days of divorce and her special team she leads by example that I was treated with respect through all the ups and downs. I felt safe and secure in her knowledge and experience, which is exceptional.

‘Deborah was my unwavering pillar as I left an unhealthy marriage. I was incredibly supported by Sarah Lovewell. Sarah helped from the beginning of my case. Sarah’s intricate knowledge of the law, her memory, but also her insights I highly regarded. What I value most in Deborah after all of that, is she believed me. Deborah respected my life and experiences at all times and moved mountains at Simkins to support me. A loyal and genuine solicitor like that deserves to be seen.’

‘Catherine Silwal fights every client’s case with passion and legal acumen.’

‘The team is distinguished by its exceptional emotional intelligence and deep empathy, ensuring clients feel heard and supported throughout their legal journey. They are known for providing clear, straightforward advice while maintaining sensitivity to the emotional complexities of each case.’

‘Catherine Silwal, in particular, is known for her huge warmth and genuine desire to help clients, combining legal expertise with heartfelt care to ensure every client feels understood and supported.’

‘I feel the team at Wilson Solicitors is genuinely interested in their clients and strives to establish a personal contact with them. Patricia Beckett, who is handling my case at present, has kept me informed throughout and promptly replies to any queries I have. She is meticulous when checking formal documents, and explains procedures well in advance in a step-by-step fashion. Both in our written and verbal exchanges, she communicates extremely well and has the ability to explain things in a clear and precise way.’

‘They bring a wealth of experience in financial remedies and a fantastic client base, particularly in London.’

‘Sarah Edwards is a standout – she’s a very good lawyer and extremely responsive.’