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Priding herself on her ability to balance compassion with taking a pragmatic, no-nonsense approach to her cases, Jennifer Miles is a rising star in the field of Family Law. She is committed to navigating her clients through the breakdown of a relationship, providing advice on divorce, separation, financial disputes, private children matters and cohabitation issues. Whilst Jennifer supports adopting a more amicable and constructive approach to disputes outside of court, she also recognises that there are times when pursuing matters through the court is the only option available and has represented numerous clients in contested court proceedings. She can sensitively support clients throughout the legal process, ensuring that they understand all aspects of their case, explaining options and offering the most effective solutions.
Offering practical and friendly advice, Hugo Sawer is committed to working hard to help clients decide on the most effective way to resolve disputes arising from a relationship breakdown. He has experience in all areas of Family Law, including divorce, financial settlement upon divorce, private children matters and domestic abuse and represents clients from all walks of life. A talented and innovative solicitor, Hugo has received praise for his excellent client care skills, attention to detail and his ability to understand and guide clients through what can be a very difficult and emotional time in their lives.
With a successful track record spanning over 20 years, Hazel is a family law specialist focused on achieving favourable outcomes for her clients. She advises on all family and matrimonial matters, including divorce, financial settlements, cohabitee and property disputes, private children matters and domestic abuse, and always with the goal of helping clients to move on with their lives in a positive way. As a member of Resolution, Hazel adopts a conciliatory approach to her work, placing her clients’ needs as a priority and striving for the best possible outcome for them and their families, whether by agreement or court proceedings. She is known for her friendly, professional and down-to-earth manner, which clients hold in high regard.
With 30 years of legal experience, most of which is in family law, Donna Rose offers a wealth of specialist expertise. She deals with all aspects of family law, including divorce and children matters, and specialises in resolving financial issues when a relationship ends. She has considerable experience in more complex family cases, such as when extended family members are involved in proceedings due to them having a financial interest in the couple’s matrimonial property. Donna has also developed a particular specialism in cohabitation agreements and pre- and post-nuptial agreements, thus enabling couples to consider and formalise their financial arrangements at the outset of a relationship or marriage. Donna is a member of Resolution and therefore follows their code of practice of promoting constructive and non-confrontational ways to separation and minimising the impact of the relationship breakdown on the children.
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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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Dealing with various Family Law matters, Amanda Page is a Senior Supervisory Solicitor who is passionate about Children Law. She handles diverse children law cases, which can be distressing for those involved. Approaching each instruction with empathy, she provides her clients with clear, constructive advice, looking to deliver the best possible outcome for her clients where the best interests of the child will be central to her strategy. Her 40-year career in law provides her with enviable experience, knowledge and expertise to support clients through challenging family disputes. She was the Co-ordinator/Trustee of Derby Child Contact Centre for over two decades and is a member of Resolution, and as such, looks to resolve disputes through non-confrontational processes whenever possible.
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.
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.
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.
Katie McCann is the founder and Managing Partner of a modern, specialist Family Law firm. Initially a barrister, she has vast experience in matrimonial matters and can take clients from their initial instruction to appearance at a final contested hearing. Dealing with a diverse client group, she has represented entrepreneurs, business owners, individuals in the public eye and professionals in the public and private sectors. Her caseload has also been diverse, with straightforward divorce settlements to highly complex, and her skill and work practices have helped to get fair financial settlements for clients for divorce/separations. In addition, she advises clients on wealth protection through nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Providing creative solutions, she works alongside other professionals, such as accountants, wealth managers and tax advisers, to get the best possible outcome from cases.
A trainee solicitor at this Legal 500 ‘Leading Firm’, Olivia has built trusting relationships with her clients and has proved herself to be a diligent and empathetic practitioner. She is able to provide well-rounded advice for those facing a relationship breakdown in all family matters involving divorce, separation, matrimonial finance disputes, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, and children matters including surrogacy. Known for her understanding and supportive approach, Olivia works hard to find the most suitable solutions for her clients and their children and deals with each case in a professional, efficient and sensitive way. She prides herself on being available to assist her clients at every stage of the process to offer the support they need.
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An expert in dealing with the emotional challenges of a relationship breakdown, Gemma is a talented divorce and family solicitor who has practised in the South West for over 18 years. She has been hugely successful in dealing with a broad spectrum of matters including divorce, separation, financial disputes, cases regarding children, issues arising for cohabiting couples, and domestic abuse. A Resolution member, Gemma looks to secure the most sensible and cost-effective solutions and agreements for her clients in a constructive and non-confrontational way. She is also an accredited specialist in the areas of children and domestic abuse, demonstrating her excellence in these areas of law. Gemma prides herself on being able to balance empathy and support whilst offering clear and robust legal advice.
Working exclusively in family law since qualification, Rhianna is a rising star in her field and leads her clients with a straightforward, realistic and easy to understand approach when dealing with their matters. Her wide and varied caseload sees her involved in issues relating to divorce, separation, cohabitation, children, and finances. Rhianna is a dedicated member of Resolution and so is committed to helping clients find non-confrontational and constructive ways to resolve disputes rather than proceeding straight to a costly and stressful court hearing. She aims to help support clients through an emotional time in their lives whilst taking a proactive and strategic approach to reach a successful outcome.
A well-respected Chartered Legal Executive, Chelsea brings over 10 years’ experience to her role in the Family Law team. She manages a diverse mix of private law cases, involving divorce, separation, financial remedy, children issues, and domestic abuse. Chelsea has a keen interest in assisting parents in disputes concerning their children, always striving to reach an outcome that is fair and considers the long term needs of the family. She is a valued member of Resolution and strongly supports the resolution of issues through negotiation, rather than through the courts. Clients appreciate Chelsea’s sympathetic and supportive manner in addition to her ability to fight hard to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Practising exclusively in Family Law since 1997, Lesley has built a strong reputation for her high-quality client care and holistic approach to the range of cases that she handles. She advises on non-contentious and contentious matters with a specialism in divorce, separation, financial settlements, and relationship agreements. Her expertise in high-value money cases is second-to-none and she has dealt with business valuations across different sectors, pensions issues, maintenance payments, and complex farming matters. Appreciated for her forthright, supportive, and personable approach to clients, Lesley is committed to providing clear and concise advice with the diligence needed to obtain swift and amicable resolutions. She is recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500.
A rising star in the Family Law arena, Abigail started her career as a paralegal and is now a qualified solicitor at a Legal 500 ‘Leading Firm’. She acts for clients on a wide range of matters with a keen interest in high-net-worth financial settlements on divorce and separation. Abi has worked with clients who have obtained financial orders by consent and is able to provide assistance from the beginning to the end of their financial remedy case. She is also able to advise clients in private Children Act proceedings. Abigail always adopts a sensitive and constructive approach and she is committed to minimising conflict for clients by seeking negotiated and collaborative solutions where possible. Noted as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500, she is known for her attention to detail and calm, personable manner.
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