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Partner Annemarie Bradley is a highly regarded divorce solicitor and Family Law specialist, recognised by leading directories including The Legal 500 and the Spear’s 500, where she is listed as a Recommended Family Lawyer and praised for her dedication to research and innovative legal argument. Renowned for her calm, compassionate approach, she advises high-net-worth clients on divorce, complex financial settlements, cohabitation issues, nuptial agreements and private children law matters. Annemarie’s deep understanding of financial issues enables her to navigate high-value disputes for both married and unmarried couples, often involving business assets, property portfolios, pensions and trusts, as well as international elements. Her cases frequently span multiple jurisdictions, with clients holding assets in the US, UAE, China, Australia, Egypt, Kenya and across Europe. An active member of the Manchester Law Society’s Family Law Committee and the Private Family Law Improvement Group, she is committed to championing improvements within the Family Court system for the benefit of all users.
Renowned for a razor-sharp intellect, forensic approach to financial disputes and an exhaustive knowledge of the law, Simon McKirgan is a Senior Partner at one of the most highly regarded law firms in the UK and is considered one of the best divorce solicitors and international family lawyers in the UK. With a formidable record in successfully concluding cases involving complex finances and assets, Simon has represented clients from various backgrounds, including commercial, banking, investment, media, entertainment, and sport. Excelling in high and ultra-high-net-worth divorce and financial disputes, he expertly navigates seemingly impenetrable issues. Specialising in diverse family law matters, he takes instructions on cases that include separation and cohabitation disputes and private children proceedings, including international relocation. Trained as a collaborative lawyer, he can resolve issues through skilled negotiation, but if court action is required, he will tenaciously pursue litigation. With a reputation as a trusted professional, he always works with discretion and diligence.
David Lister is a highly esteemed Family Law specialist known for an exceptional depth of matrimonial law knowledge. Offering outstanding strategic solutions, he has 35 years of experience representing high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients on various issues, including divorce and complex financial disputes, often with an international element. As a Senior Partner at a highly prestigious firm, his work involves non-disclosure, enforcement issues, nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. He regularly appears in law directories, including The Legal 500, Spears 500 and Chambers & Partners – noted for his solution-focused approach and cutting-edge technique. Known for his pioneering use of litigation funding and third-party disclosure, he has conducted numerous high-value matrimonial settlements, including one case that had proceedings in six jurisdictions.
Applauded by The Legal 500 for his ‘fine legal brain’ and ‘reassuringly realistic, pragmatic’ advice, Gareth Curtis is a Partner at a prestigious law firm, specialising in high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth Family Law cases. Having built a reputation as a go-to family solicitor, he advises on diverse issues, including complex legal and financial disputes involving businesses, trust arrangements and offshore structures, and claims made on behalf of children. He also has in-depth knowledge of wealth protection, especially nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements and separation agreements. An Arbitrator in financial remedy and Schedule 1 proceedings, he is also qualified to work on cases regarding the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996. The Legal 500 recognises him as a ‘Next Generation Partner’ as his experience and skills offer clients exceptional representation during disputes.
As a Partner at his well-respected law firm, Robert Hines advises on all aspects of Family Law, specialising in contentious issues or those with significant and strategic planning elements. His expertise in complex financial disputes is particularly sought-after. He gets instructions on a wide range of disclosure issues, including cases involving international dimensions, complex trusts and investments, businesses and publicity issues. Using his knowledge and expertise, he is also involved in marital agreements, cohabitation disputes and private law children matters. He has been involved in cases where there is an application for leave to remove children from the jurisdiction. His knowledge and skill have been recognised several times with accolades that include Winner of the Gold Award in Citywealth’s Family Lawyer of the Year, Chambers 2023 ‘Associate to Watch’, The LEgal 500 ‘Key Lawyer’ listing and the Citywealth Leader’s List.
Described as having “vast experience well beyond her years”, Lucy Bolton is a compassionate and highly respected Next Generation Partner (The Legal 500) at this top-tier divorce and family law firm. Held in high regard by colleagues and peers alike, she manages an extensive caseload spanning divorce and separation, complex financial matters, often involving jurisdictional disputes, business structures, trusts and overseas assets, and private children law, including cases with allegations of harm, parental alienation or contested relocation. Alongside her client work, Lucy plays a key role in developing the firm’s future talent, providing training, guidance and mentorship to junior solicitors as part of their core legal development.
Being described in The Legal 500 2025 edition as an “incredibly bright and razor sharp lawyer”, Bethan Hill-Howells has dedicated her entire career to Family Law, having worked at several large and highly-regarded London firms. Known for her dedication to clients, she is sensible and practical, willing to go that extra mile to provide a top-level service to clients. She advises clients on all aspects of family law, including divorce, separation, financial processes often involving an international element, contact arrangements and complex private Children Act proceedings. In addition, she can represent clients in urgent injunction proceedings such as non-molestation orders. Her experience also includes advising cohabitating couples relating to contentious Schedule 1 and TOLATA proceedings. Previous clients have commented, “Bethan’s skillset, the experience she has and her capability is beyond anything that I had hoped for”.
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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