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Levison Meltzer Pigott

45 LUDGATE HILL, LONDON, EC4M 7JU, ENGLAND
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Work 020 7556 2400
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Fax 020 7556 2401
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200 CHANCERY LANE
Web:
www.levisonmeltzerpigott.co.uk
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Levison Meltzer Pigott is one of the UK’s pre-eminent solicitors’ practices specialising in all aspects of divorce and family law.

The firm: Providing its clients with a handpicked team of leading family law specialists with considerable experience and an undiminished track record in all areas of divorce and family law, the firm’s success is founded on prodigious hard work, professionalism and dedication to obtaining the best possible outcome for its clients.

Such is the firm’s reputation and the quality of the service provided that the firm has doubled in size over the last ten years thanks to its pragmatic and focused approach. Founded by Jeremy Levison, Claire Meltzer and Simon Pigott in 1998, the firm prides itself on delivering realistic and personal advice, while retaining an in-depth understanding of its clients’ concerns and aspirations.

Types of work undertaken: The firm specialises in all areas of family law. It is well known within the market for its successful work dealing with high-net-worth and complex family law cases. The team advises on all aspects of divorce and relationship breakdown, disputes in relation to children, prenuptial agreements and the rights of unmarried couples and international child abduction. The firm is renowned for having high-profile cases, some of which have resulted in a change or clarification in the law.

UK and internationally based clients range from diverse backgrounds, including the City and commerce, sports professionals, industry, music, media, politics and the arts. There is a strong emphasis on work with complex financial and international aspects, including the location of hidden assets, defending and attacking trust structures and complicated jurisdictional disputes.

Breakdown of work % Family and divorce  100

Number of UK partners 5
Number of other UK fee-earners 7

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