‘I have been dealing with Ivana Radovic for a number of years and I have valued her honest opinion, straight-talking, quick responses and talking in an easy to understand manner. Ivana has been supportive with both family and financial matters, quick to respond and really cares about providing the best outcome.’

‘The standout individual without doubt is Katie Beaven, partner in the family team. She holds a depth of legal knowledge which never ran out, in spite of my case requiring tax, international, pension and property expertise. However to my eyes her greatest skill is in negotiating a realistic and successful outcome, being kind but firm when required. This requires an understanding of human psychology as well as law and procedure. In a process where the biggest risk may have been aggression she steered a course of progressive diplomacy, much appreciated by this client.’

‘Sarah Overy has bags of energy, creativity, intelligence and most importantly empathy. I was going through a divorce (thankfully now all over) and sadly as many of us in that club know life can be chaotic. Sarah was always there. Sarah introduced me to other colleagues in the firm who were also skilled in their particular fields.’

‘Simon Bethel is both a terrific lawyer and a really nice person to work with. He has justified confidence in his skills which must be very reassuring to clients but he doesn’t run bad points and is uncompromising only when the situation calls for toughness.’

‘Kathryn Evans has a brilliantly unflappable manner that is underpinned by an excellent understanding of the law and litigation. She is a first-rate problem-solver and excels in finding the right approach for each individual client.’

‘Trish Ashton is as good a lawyer as you could hope to meet. She is very clever, thinks strategically and is an excellent communicator.’

‘Karen Fox – hugely experienced, very knowledgeable and totally fearless when it comes to giving clients realistic advice that they may not like to hear. Sue Bailey – quietly efficient, provides robust and realistic advice. Laura Clay-Harris – kind and empathetic whilst also being very efficient.’

‘Fiona McLeman is second to none in the Cambridge family law market. She is fantastic with clients, strategically brilliant and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Sue Bailey and Karen Fox are by far the most experienced lawyers of the Norwich team. They get to grips with the facts of a case quickly and guide their clients through the maze of family law. Karen Fox is known for her good sense, professionalism and tenacity. Sue Bailey is growing her practice as a mediator. Both are highly regarded within the profession locally and further field.’

‘They are tough, committed and businesslike. They understand business, start-ups, risk and a desire to get deals done.’

‘Nick Stone – tough negotiator. Understands dynastic family farms and all the complications that go with generations of hard graft. Ania Tarasiewicz – nothing passes her by. She has an eye for detail and knows her client’s cases inside out: Someone you wan ton your team and not on the other side.’

‘The family team at M&R work seamlessly together, under the very able stewardship of Caitlin Jenkins. Caitlin harnesses a group of exceptionally bright and able lawyers into a well oiled team.’

‘Alexandra Gooden is a solicitor who made me feel extremely confident about what she was doing and the advice she was giving, however involved or complex the situation might be. Felt like a very safe – and knowledgeable – pair of hands.’

‘Rachel Bevan is a rising star, commercially astute, savvy and professional.’

‘A well run, cohesive and experienced team who have been bolstered by the recent merger of Taylor Vinters and Mishcons with a mutually beneficial outcome for both. They can utilise their deep local knowledge and benefit from the range of legal expertise provided by the London firm.’

‘Rebecca Fenner is a standout. She meets an ideal balance between being firm, robust and very approachable. Her work is always of the highest standard and she thinks ahead within the litigation to strategise for the client. She has had some remarkably good outcomes in cases where I have worked with her, which has been due to her hard work.’

‘Anna Jones and Rebecca Fenner and both excellent family law practitioners. they are very effective at driving matters forward and securing the best outcome for their clients.’

‘Anna Jones is an excellent solicitor, who truly cares about each of her clients. Working alongside her as a fellow solicitor is always a joy. Anna conducts interparty discussions with the utmost professionalism and respect, whilst ensuring she achieves effective outcomes for her clients. ’

‘Sarah Martin leads the family team with her in depth experience in her field, whilst she engages with her clients with both empathy and reassurance. Sarah has a strong focus on the needs of her clients, and she ensures that they are guided through any challenges that occur during the process using a high level of skill and diligence. This maintains client confidence even when matters are extremely complex. Sarah is incredibly open and approachable with her clients, who in turn find her easy to work with and easy to trust.’

‘Very experienced, diligent and conscientious solicitors. Clients are given the personal attention of their specialist solicitor.’

‘Sarah Martin and Karen Anker are both extremely knowledgeable in the field of family law. They fight their client’s cases with clarity and great attention to detail. They work extremely hard and are very reliable. Victoria Hill is a welcome recent addition to the Barr Ellison family team.’

‘Roger Gurney is very reassuring. He explained in clear terms the process and timelines. He listened and understood yet asked the right questions. I appreciated the emphasis on mediation. He also exhibited a great deal of patience . He seemed genuinely interested in me as a person and not just as a ‘case’. He replies to messages quickly.’

‘Lyn Brisley is professional to the core. She has the ability to listen and communicate in an authentic and genuine way. She was empathetic, practical, direct and forceful when needed but exceptionally good at reading the room with high levels of emotional intelligence. In my view Lyn is an exceptional lawyer and I will be forever grateful that she represented me.’

‘Lyn Brisley is an absolute star. Calm and empathetic with clients, brilliant at seeing how to get the best result for her clients. Amy Knowles is thorough and focussed. A talented young lawyer with a bright future.’

‘The family team is small but punches well above its weight. It thrives on its excellent client care, thorough preparatory work, excellent drafting and understanding of the law.’

‘Stuart Hughes: very smart, a great strategist and tactician but always providing excellent, pragmatic and sensible advice. Clients trust Stuart and rely on him. He has a wonderful manner with clients, who know he will do everything he can for them. Melanie Pilmer: razor-sharp, meticulously prepared, focussed and pragmatic. She always fights her client’s corner with strength and clarity, and client’s hugely appreciate her advice. Emma Alfieri: very calm, well prepared, clear and sensible. She always gives her utmost for her clients.’

‘I have recently been through a very long and extremely bitter divorce, one of the things that made it bearable was having Greene & Greene, working for me, from the first meeting with Stuart Hughes, I felt confident, I was talked through every step of the procedure, I was given a realistic view of the outcome and had complete trust in Greene & Greene’s practice. There were no surprises, financially or emotionally. Phone calls and emails were answered promptly.’

‘We compared three different firms before deciding to go ahead with Hatch Brenner. We found our solicitor – Sophie Key – professional, informative and very knowledgeable. We were kept informed and updated every step of the way. All costs and processes were explained ahead.’

‘Sophie Key was personable and informative. She was available at short notice and we felt listened to and understood.’

‘Hatch Brenner is a great quality regional service with a dedicated following across East Anglia.’

‘Katie Coles is very strong.’

‘Hunt & Coombs is very personable and excellent at managing the cases of vulnerable clients.’

‘Hannah Byatt is meticulous, diligent and very generous with her time. ’

‘Georgie Hall has genuine kindness, care, and compassion in which she brings to her work. This ability to seamlessly blend legal knowledge with a compassionate approach, putting myself at ease while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. I felt well supported but also reassured by her empathetic demeanour. I am immensely grateful for her expertise and caring nature, which made a challenging process more manageable.’

‘Georgina Rayment has been amazing during the years it has taken to get my divorce completed. The length of time being no reflection on her or the practice but the other parties reluctance as well as court delays resulting from the pandemic. I have always felt she has been fair and honest with her assessments and advice. Georgina has responded quickly to queries and has been understanding of me and my family. ’

‘I deal solely with Victoria Mayhew, not only is she ultra-professional but she’s warm and a constant reassurance.’

‘A well established team of competent lawyers with a good catchment area on the outskirts of Ipswich.’

‘The family team is well rounded and experienced and deals with matters with common sense and collaboratively with the best interests of the client uppermost.’

‘A small but very able and welcoming team of lawyers.’

‘I usually work with Scott Emsden who is exceptional when dealing with victims of domestic abuse. He listens and is empathetic giving them excellent advice and guidance.’

‘The family team is led by the very experienced Denise Head. Nicky Coates is a member of the team who also has a wealth of experience in family law. Both Denise and Nicky are conciliatory in their approach for which they have both benefitted from their respective collaborative training.’

‘Both Denise Head and Nicky Coates are very approachable. They respond promptly to correspondence and are always willing to speak directly on matters. They each have several years of experience as family lawyers and both benefit from abiding to resolution principles.’

‘Lauren Beldom, my family law solicitor at Fosters, exhibits top-tier time management skills, unparalleled honesty, and complete professionalism. Her commitment to following through on what she promises leaves me feeling confident in the legal process every step of the way. Lauren is always approachable and willing to provide clear answers to any questions, making the process smooth and stress-free for me.’

‘After a disappointing experience with previous family solicitors who failed to deliver on their promises and made me constantly chase after them, working with Lauren Beldom and the team at Fosters has been a breath of fresh air. Their dedication to transparency, reliability, and excellence in legal service truly sets them apart.’

‘I have found Fosters Solicitors to be available and easy to access in the first instance which is important when you need quick & clear advice in that initial period. From the first phone call to Fosters there is a clear “can-do” approach from the receptionist to the solicitor. I felt from my first call to them that Fosters could & would help me and they have. I have spoken to other solicitors and this is not always the case.’

‘Jackie Jessiman has been my legal advisor in an on going marriage/separation case. This process is all new to me and unexpected. So Jackie has explained every thing I need to know for me to understand in laymans terms. She has been very patient with me.’

‘Jackie Jessiman was lawyer I have dealt with. I rate her highly. Clear, no-nonsense approach. Good communicator and good listener. Very knowledgeable.’

‘Fraser Dawbarns is an exceptional Law firm. All colleagues are extremely knowledgeable, professional and courteous. Prior to working with Fraser Dawbarns, I had sought services from other law firms, and I can say with the utmost confidence that the service provided by Fraser Dawbarns was by far the best. I felt comfortable and able to talk openly about the support that I would need going forwards.’

‘A strong team, well organised and with an enviable breadth of knowledge and experience.’

‘Harrison Clark Rickerbys’ family practice in Cambridge is unique due to its compassionate and pragmatic approach to family law. The practice is well known for its expertise in complex family law issues, particularly in connection with financial settlements, and children’s matters. HCR has embraced technology for better client communication and case management, which together with a strong commitment to collaborative law and mediation, set the team apart. Their approach emphasizes resolving disputes amicably and efficiently, aligning with clients’ needs for support and guidance.’

‘Toby Hales plays an active role in his case load and forms strong relationships with clients; his advice is spot on. Alexandra Schippers goes above and beyond. Taler Kelly has meticulous attention to detail. She builds great rapport with clients and counsel alike; she is a pleasure to work alongside.’

‘Carmel Brown is an experienced practitioner who can represent a range of clients across family practice.’

‘Carmel Brown is an experienced all round family practitioner with an eye for detail.’

‘Caroline Elliott’s expertise meant that I felt in extremely capable hands when going through the divorce process. Communication between team members was very good.’

‘Caroline Elliott has a wealth of experience in family law and divorce settlements which immediately put me at ease. I was confident every step of the way that Caroline had my back and my best interests at heart.’

‘My divorce lawyer was Caroline Elliott. I would recommend her to anyone. She was outstanding in the service she provided and also very understanding about the fact I was going through a very difficult time in my life. I felt she almost became a friend through the process.’

‘Amanda Maruca and Sarb Gosal are pragmatic and constructive.’

‘Sarb Gosal (finance and child arrangements), whilst very professional, puts clients at ease at a very emotional and difficult time in their lives. Efficient and very user-friendly.’

‘Tees has a fantastic family law team who are dedicated to their clients. The team itself is highly personable and easy to get on with. However, they are also confident and skilled solicitors who clearly seek (and do) understand their client’s problems.’

‘I have been working closely with Amber Kennedy who I find fantastic. She is deeply caring about her clients, and a great advocate for them.’

‘Tees has a strong family team with Clare Pilsworth at its head. Clare is exceptionally diligent in pursuing her client’s best interests, but also willing to take a pragmatic and collaborative approach to resolve issues.’