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Family

INTRODUCTION

We have a proven track record of handling complex family law issues with sensitivity and compassion, quietly and efficiently. Our market-challenging and dynamic team operates at the top of the family law field.

We act for a diverse range of clients including high-profile individuals, international clients and entrepreneurs and have advised on some of the most high profile cases in recent years, whether in court or settling under the radar. We are known for resolving matters for our clients with discretion and a holistic focus on the best outcome and the surrounding dynamics.

Our lawyers are adept at advising on a broad range of complex financial and children matters, as well as contested jurisdiction proceedings, high value nuptial and cohabitation agreements, financial disputes between unmarried partners in relation to the family home (TLATA) and/or their children (Schedule 1), applications for civil injunctions (non-molestation and occupation orders) and surrogacy.

We also recognise the difficulty with staying informed on new and developing areas of law that most frequently impact upon the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. We help our clients achieve practical and cost-effective solutions with the minimal amount of stress.

We offer our clients a full service in-house. Clients can access the huge bank of industry experience within the firm, including but not limited to private client and reputation management expertise  to ensure clients have maximum support every step of the way.

Our people

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Senior Partner

Catherine Bedford

Family
Partner

Nicholas Westley

Family
Partner

Mark Irving

Family
Partner

Lidia Cantele

Family
Partner

Alex Ward

Family

Testimonials

What people say

Harbottle & Lewis are really excellent. They are patient when necessary and have an excellent grasp of all the detail at all times.”

Chambers HNW

They deserve in my view to be ranked up there with the top firms in the country.

The Legal 500

Harbottle & Lewis is a dedicated, diligent and determined team of family lawyers which provided a bespoke and impeccable personal service.”

The Legal 500

Harbottle & Lewis are involved in many of the most high-profile, high-value and controversial cases, and offer a Rolls-Royce service to their clients.”

The Legal 500

Harbottle & Lewis provide excellent service. They are experts in family law matters, very responsive and communicative with the clients.”

Chambers HNW

Harbottle & Lewis have exemplary knowledge of the situation including access to the best experts and specialist advice. They have a great team.”

Chambers HNW