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A highly experienced Family Law solicitor, Kerri Beaumont specialises in all aspects of relationship breakdown, advising clients on divorce, financial remedy proceedings, TOLATA disputes, and private Children Act matters. Known for her compassionate yet pragmatic approach, she is committed to delivering exceptional client service alongside clear, strategic, and cost-proportionate advice tailored to each client’s individual circumstances. Kerri has particular expertise in complex financial matters involving high-value assets, pension arrangements, and share schemes, while her additional experience in shareholder disputes, inheritance claims, and civil litigation provides valuable insight into cases with overlapping legal issues. Originally called to the Bar of England and Wales before qualifying as a solicitor, Kerri combines strong technical expertise with practical problem-solving skills and a grounded understanding of the challenges clients face. Prior to joining the firm, she was a Partner at an established practice and also worked within leading Legal 500 firms, building a reputation for identifying the key strengths and risks within a case quickly and effectively.
Understanding the challenges a relationship breakdown can bring, Rachael Gromett is an accomplished family law solicitor who provides clients with clear, high-quality advice in an empathetic manner. Her skills extend to all areas of family law, involving divorce, separation, financial disputes, and children law. Rachael is also able to assist with relationship planning matters and is regularly instructed in the negotiation and preparation of nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Highly praised by her clients and colleagues, Rachael is noted for her patience and approachability and is committed to providing the highest level of client care while working towards positive resolutions.
Known for her professional guidance, and a positive and swift approach to resolving family disputes, Nicola Magrath is a highly capable negotiator with a determination to get the best results for her clients. Head of this specialist Family Law firm’s office in Melton Mowbray, she has been hugely successful in dealing with divorce, separation, financial disputes (including high-net-worth) and cases relating to children. Clients value her conscientious approach and exceptional client care where sensitivity, efficiency and approachability are key attributes of her practice, as well as having an excellent understanding of the law and procedure. Prior to her work in family law, Nicola gained a wealth of experience in the specialist area of legal costs where she honed her skills in the drafting of agreements and in financial negotiation, which she now uses to excellent effect for her family law clients.
Gemma Lee is an accomplished Family Law solicitor at this very well regarded specialist family law firm. Based in Leighton Buzzard, Gemma works with clients across Bedfordshire and the surrounding counties and uses her expertise to help families and couples navigate through difficult legal situations with compassion and care. Her years of experience in family law make Gemma perfectly equipped to handle a variety of cases, including pre-nuptial agreements, separation, divorce, family finances, and private children matters. Gemma’s goal is to provide her clients with the best possible outcome whilst prioritising the well-being of their families. She understands the sensitive nature of family law and is committed to providing personalised and effective legal advice. She is equally tenacious in her approach to concluding matters and is adept at negotiating solutions with the other side, or is often found at local family courts representing clients to force a resolution when required.
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Focused, compassionate and respectful, Rebecca Meehan offers an efficient service in all areas of family and matrimonial law, bringing a range of experience and knowledge to her role. As a Senior Associate Solicitor at a widely regarded law firm, she assists clients with divorce, separation, financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown, cohabitee issues, domestic abuse cases and relationship agreements, including nuptial, separation and cohabitation agreements. Rebecca has a keen interest in cases concerning children, such as child arrangements, relocation cases and prohibitive steps and specific issue matters. She prides herself on building strong relationships with her clients, providing them with a high level of care and a suitable resolution to their cases.
Valued for her patience, professionalism and expert advice, Liz’s strong reputation and reviews are a testament to her ability to obtain the best possible outcome for her clients. Handling a range of private family and matrimonial cases, she advises on divorce, financial disputes, child arrangements, wealth planning, including nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements, domestic abuse, and surrogacy and parental orders. As a committed member of Resolution, Liz deals with matters in a non-confrontational and flexible manner. However, she will not hesitate in taking a robust approach when required, appreciating that litigation is sometimes necessary. She prides herself on offering a high level of service, resolving matters pragmatically and swiftly to achieve the best possible outcome.
Starting his career as a paralegal and now an Associate at this firm, Will has a passion for Family Law and is committed to supporting his clients in moving forward positively following a relationship breakdown. He manages a diverse mix of cases involving divorce, separation, financial issues, cohabitee disputes including Schedule 1 and TOLATA matters, and protective injunctions for victims of domestic abuse. Will’s work also involves children matters where he has experience of handling child arrangements, international and internal leave to remove applications, and contact disputes involving complex parental alienation issues. Will is known for his attention to detail and his calm, measured approach in all areas of his work with a focus on resolving family disputes in a constructive and amicable way.
Steven Gasser is a co-founder of an award-winning law firm and Director of the Family Law team. Widely recognised for his strategic insight and client-centred approach, he is known for delivering clear, pragmatic advice in complex matrimonial law matters. His ability to distil intricate issues into practical outcomes has earned him a loyal and expanding client base, including high-profile individuals and public figures. Steven specialises in high-value financial remedy cases arising from relationship breakdowns, often involving complex corporate structures, cross-jurisdictional elements and trust arrangements. He is frequently instructed in cases of significant profile, reflecting his reputation for discretion, rigour and results. He also maintains a substantial private children law practice, with particular expertise in relocation matters (both international and domestic), disputes over contact arrangements, and cases involving allegations of domestic abuse that require fact-finding hearings. Steven is regularly instructed alongside leading counsel from top London chambers in multi-faceted and sensitive cases. His practice is marked by a strategic, empathetic approach that prioritises the welfare of clients while delivering strong, outcomes-focused advice. He is ranked in the Legal 500, both the Chambers High Net Worth Guide and the Chambers UK Guide and is also listed among the UK’s leading family lawyers in the Spear’s 500.
With a career that spans 40 years, William Hogg is seen as one of the most experienced Family Law solicitors in London and is a Partner at an award-winning firm. He has been instructed on numerous aspects of family law but has particular experience handling high-conflict family issues, including child mediation. His expertise and experience are acknowledged through his numerous accolades, which include Chambers & Partners Alternative Dispute Resolution ‘Ranked Lawyer’ 2024, Spear’s 500 ‘Recommended’ Family Lawyer 2022 and is a Board member of the FMA and International lecturer of mediation. His knowledge and mediation skills are highly valuable in negotiating agreements out of court, adopting a sensible and pragmatic approach, and helping clients avoid stress and the financial costs associated with litigation. His results make him highly sought after, and clients have total trust in him.
Jacqueline Fitzgerald is a Partner and a trained mediator with a career that spans 25 years. She has specialised in various aspects of Family Law, including divorce, separation, nullity proceedings and rights of unmarried cohabitants. With a reputation for clear strategic advice and expertise in handling complex financial disputes, she has helped and advised clients when cases involve company/business issues, trusts, international matters and agricultural aspects. Her involvement in a landmark case set a legal precedent and highlights her success in court. However, her preference is to reduce conflict through alternative dispute resolution methods through constructive and non-confrontational mediation where solutions can benefit all parties.
Ranked in Chambers & Partners as an ‘Associate to Watch’ (2025), Ingrid Starcic is considered a rising star as has risen through the ranks of the law firm to her current position as Senior Associate. Offering clients advice and support with her calm and thorough approach, she takes instructions on diverse cases, including the financial consequences of a relationship breakdown and all aspects of private children work. Her work on private children law matters has covered a broad range of aspects, such as contact and living arrangements and cases with an international element. As a member of Resolution and a member of the Family Mediators Association (FMA) and is Family Mediation Council Accredited (FMCA), she looks to resolve client disputes through constructive and non-confrontational negotiations, reducing the stress and time for clients to get an acceptable settlement.
With an admirable work ethic, personable nature and meticulous attention to detail, Jack McBride is highly regarded for his Family Law work. He joined the firm straight out of university and has worked his way to being an Associate Solicitor in the Family Law Department. His professionalism and ability to build strong relationships with clients have made him a popular choice with those seeking legal support during what is often a difficult and emotional time. Working alongside the team, Jack provides valuable guidance and advice to clients during relationship breakdowns, children law and nuptial agreements.
Jon Keeley is a skilled Family Law professional, having joined the firm in 2020 and qualifying as a solicitor in 2023, becoming an associate in 2024. Using his skills and knowledge, he provides essential assistance to clients, reassuring those clients with his calm and measured demeanour. With an outstanding ability to identify areas where he’s able to add value, Jon is willing to go the extra mile to ensure the best possible solution for clients. His exceptional work ethic and dedication to clients have earned him high praise from experienced Counsel at one of the most respected Chambers, highlighting his invaluable research skills, proactive approach to work and excellent client manner.
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Working with individuals and families during some of the most challenging times in their lives and guiding them with clarity, Cameron Shaw is an experienced and expert Partner in the Family Law Department. He prides himself on offering a high-quality and bespoke service to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. He takes instructions in cases concerning financial provision on separation, divorce and dissolution of civil partnerships, cohabitation disputes and cohabitation agreements. He is also sought after for his expertise in incapacity law and is highly skilled at dealing with contentious and high-conflict child-related matters. Cameron has handled adoption/permanence order cases and regularly appears in Sheriff Courts and instructs counsel in the Court of Session. He is a member of the Family Law Association, trained in collaborative law and a member of Consensus, and believes in taking a positive and proactive approach to resolving disputes. Clients regularly note the excellent rapport Cameron curates, and they value his counsel, support and proactive communication during stressful and difficult periods of their lives.
With over 20 years of legal experience exclusively in Family Law, Morven Douglas advises on all types of family matters. These include the division of matrimonial property between separating spouses, the negotiation of pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements, advising cohabiting couples on issues arising from separation or death, and expertly navigating cases with an international aspect. She also has extensive experience in child law matters, including residence, contact, and relocation. As a trained collaborative lawyer and family law mediator, Morven regularly resolves her cases via constructive negotiation. If court action is necessary, Morven is an experienced litigator and has represented clients in various Sheriff Courts across Scotland. Morven was accredited by the Law Society of Scotland as a Specialist in Family Law in 2011 and was re-accredited in 2016 and 2021.
Specialising in Family Law for almost a decade, Lynsey Brown is particularly adept at ensuring that her clients are supported, fully understand their legal options and feel understood. Lynsey has extensive experience in all types of family law cases, including financial provision on separation and divorce and the complexities of negotiating associated assets such as pensions, property, business assets, and cryptocurrency. Lynsey is also experienced in preparing relationship agreements such as nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Additionally, Lynsey is regularly instructed in relation to child residence and contact disputes, and has developed a particular specialism in adoption, surrogacy, and assisted conception and fertility law. Always seeking to resolve matters as efficiently, amicably and cost-effectively as possible, Lynsey is an expert negotiator who pursues court action as a last resort, but if needed, is an effective and robust litigator with extensive experience running court actions in Sheriff Courts across Scotland and instructing Counsel in the Court of Session.
A senior solicitor at the firm, Steven Bain, regularly works with clients who are divorcing or separating and have high-value assets which need to be dealt with. He also works with those who need to protect their assets through relationship agreements such as pre-nups, post-nups, and cohabitation agreements. Frequently advising families on a variety of issues, Steven helps parents with disputes regarding their children, such as issues regarding maintenance and contact, as well as sensitively advising families who have lost someone and are seeking to resolve matters relating to the estate. Always working with his clients and the opposing side to resolve disputes quickly and constructively, Steven will negotiate the best possible outcome wherever possible, and if a more robust stance is required, he can expertly take the case to the Sheriff Courts to resolve.
An Associate Solicitor in a respected Family Law department, Iain Leiper has provided a dedicated and compassionate service to clients going through the end of a relationship for 15 years. Using his knowledge and expertise, he takes on a variety of cases, including separation, divorce, child contact and guardianship. He has a reputation for his capable and successful handling of Children’s Hearings, adoptions, permanence orders and International Child Abduction cases. He has regularly managed cases at the Sheriff Court and Court of Session, instructing counsel to support clients to get the best possible result from their disputes.
A highly capable solicitor in the firm’s Family Law team, Allana Henderson gained experience in various areas of law, including personal injury and medical negligence, before building her expertise in family law. She particularly focuses on cases relating to separation, such as divorce and disputes between cohabiting couples whose relationships have broken down. Additionally, Allana advises clients on matters relating to their children, such as resolving and agreeing cases concerning child contact and residence. Passionate about helping her clients and with a caring and supportive nature, Allana goes the extra mile to help her clients achieve the best possible outcome.
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