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Dedicated to offering her clients practical, realistic and commercially focused advice, Kirsty Kelleher is a talented family lawyer and divorce solicitor at this modern law firm. She deals with a variety of family and matrimonial issues, including divorce, complex financial settlements, nuptial agreements, and cases relating to children. She is also well-versed in international Family Law, offering valuable insights into cross-border cases and intricate legal arrangements. As a Resolution member, she supports her clients in navigating a relationship breakdown with care and precision and reaching a settlement through constructive and fair negotiations. Kirsty has also received recognition as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in The Legal 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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