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Carey Olsen

Under the leadership of highly experienced litigator Marcus Pallot, Carey Olsen is sought after by HNWIs in relation to a range of familial disputes, including complex divorces and related issues concerning the ownership of family businesses and child issues, while also advising on prenups. Lauren Glynn takes the lead on divorce proceedings, with further expertise in child contact and leave to remove applications, while Suzanne Kingston specialises in family mediation and arbitration proceedings. Tori Cure assists clients going through divorces out of the firm’s London office, while Tara Lee focuses on pre- and post-nuptial arrangements and child law matters.

Practice head(s):

Marcus Pallot


Other key lawyers:

Suzanne Kingston; Lauren Glynn; Victoria Cure; Tara Lee; Ella Harvey


Testimonials

‘The family team at Carey Olsen is approachable, knowledgeable and very easy to deal with. They collate complex and difficult concepts and issues into easily understandable terms. Whilst they are part of a large firm they have the feel and reactions of a small firm.’

‘Lauren Glynn is an approachable lawyer and a skilled negotiator, whilst maintaining a calm and composed presence.’

‘Lauren Glynn is very conscientious. She has an air of calm and confidence in her position and knows when to take a point and when to leave it.’

‘Technically knowledgeable and family focused. Always attempt to find the best solution with the minimum of contention.’

‘Lauren Glynn is excellent, capable, personable and solution-oriented. She puts the whole family first and is prepared to provide sage advice and gentle challenge to her clients when necessary. Lauren puts the interests of families, particularly children, first.’

‘Our case has been very lengthy and painful, and I could only have wished to have Lauren Glynn and Ella Harvey on board from the beginning. They are a great team and give constructive feedback when needed. They go out of their way to help see things from a positive perspective.’

‘A very balanced and practical approach at all times. At all levels, across all areas. I simply cannot recommend this team enough.’

‘At a difficult time, it is greatly appreciated to have a team that can guide you. Lauren Glynn and Victoria Cure have been kind and informative and have helped me along every step of the way. I cannot thank them enough, or sing their praises highly enough. Totally the dream team!’

Key clients

We are unable to publicly share client names due to the highly sensitive and private nature of our family law team’s work.


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  • We are unable to publicly share details of our client work due to its highly sensitive and private nature.

Corbett Le Quesne

Corbett Le Quesne specialises in acting for HNWIs in matters relating to divorces, assisting with the process of separating out assets, including those held in complex structures. The firm is also renowned for its child law work. Heading the practice in tandem are name partners Barbara Corbett, who is noted both for her divorce practice and her experience in cross-border child abductions, and Nicholas Le Quesne, who focuses on cross-border pre- and post-nuptial arrangements. Kate Donohue is noted for her expertise in public law matters including care and residency orders, with Jamie-Lee Morgan taking divorce instructions in addition to advising on child law matters.

Practice head(s):

Barbara Corbett; Nicholas Le Quesne


Other key lawyers:

Kate Donohue; Jamie-Lee Morgan


Testimonials

‘Corbett Le Quesne is an exceptional, outstanding law firm with the best lawyer in Jersey, Barbara Corbett. She genuinely cares about her clients.’

‘Barbara Corbett is an exceptional, rare diamond. She is outstanding in the courtroom and represented me over the course of several years with excellence, attentiveness and amazing understanding of children and children’s law! Barbara has been like a second mother to me, the way she is always responsive and her level of care is unparalleled.’

‘Always on hand to help.’

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Myersons

Myersons tackles a range of complicated family law matters, with particular aptitude in acting for HNWIs in divorce proceedings and assisting with associated financial separations. Under the leadership of ‘brilliant lawyer’ Victoria Myerson, the firm is also well versed in child law matters, including residency, leave to remove and contact order proceedings, and financial provision issues. Jamie Orchard acts on matters concerning offshore family assets, in addition to guiding parents through Hague Convention proceedings.

Practice head(s):

Victoria Myerson


Other key lawyers:

Jamie Orchard


Testimonials

‘A stellar team with an outstanding reputation for working with HNW and UHNW clients.’

‘Victoria Myerson is at the top of her game – she has a strong reputation for attracting top quality work. Jamie Orchard is definitely an asset to the firm. He is pragmatic, an able advocate and remains consistently calm under pressure.’

‘Myersons offer a first class service, answering complex questions swiftly.’

‘Jamie Orchard is calm, reassuring, unflappable and one of the most knowledgeable family lawyers in Jersey. I have no hesitation in recommending Jamie to my clients and will continue to do so.’

‘Victoria Myerson is a brilliant lawyer and advocate.’

‘They are an extremely well-crafted boutique family law firm based in Jersey comprising highly skilled individuals, who combined make an exceptional team.’

‘Victoria Myerson sets the standard for lawyers in Jersey. Jamie Orchard joined Myerson in 2023, and together they are able to create a force to be reckoned with for years to come. Jamie is an excellent lawyer who has an eye for detail and is unflappable, with a fantastic manner with clients.’

‘Jamie Orchard is wise beyond his years.’

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Viberts

In addition to accompanying HNW clients through divorce proceedings, Viberts is noted for its aptitude in family law matters pertaining to same sex and cohabiting couples, while also advising on matters tied to property and inheritance matters. The team is headed by the ‘grande dame of family lawyers in Jersey,’ Rose Colley, who handles the spectrum of family law issues, from complex divorces to issues of child law. Alexandra Cohen was made senior associate in February 2024, specialising in HNW divorces, including FDR procedures.

Practice head(s):

Rose Colley


Other key lawyers:

Alexandra Cohen


Testimonials

‘Rose Colley is one of the key influential names in the family law field in Jersey. She is known to fight her client’s cases fiercely.’

‘An absolute commitment to their client and cases. Collaborating with English barristers to provide their clients with the best legal teams.’

‘Rose Colley and Alexandra Cohen stand out for their commitment to every case and client.’

‘Rose Colley is the grande dame of family lawyers in Jersey. She fixes on her client’s goals and does not rest until she has done all that could be done. Always better to have on your side than against you. Alexandra Cohen is an associate to watch. She is very bright and mixes a reassuring manner with a focus on detail.’

‘This firm is a very personal one with excellent senior staff. One of Jersey’s best personal family law experts.’

‘They are very interested in one’s personal problems and full of care and understanding. Their discretion is absolute!’

‘The team at Viberts provides a very bespoke service, tailored to each client’s needs and circumstances.’

‘Rose Colley and Alexandra Cohen have provided me with invaluable advice. I would strongly recommend them to contacts of mine. They bring calm and resolve to quite a contentious area of family law, which is most helpful, leading to better and quicker outcomes.’

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Benest & Syvret

Benest & Syvret specialises in all manner of ancillary relief proceedings, including those tied to pre- and post-nuptial agreements and divorces, and are particularly well versed in complex cases pertaining to children, including Hague Convention matters. Nina Benest heads the team, bringing to bear considerable experience in mediation and FDR processes, while also acting for children on behalf of the Jersey Children’s Panel. Clare Woodhouse also handles child law matters and is further able to act for clients in divorce proceedings.

Practice head(s):

Nina Benest


Other key lawyers:

Darry Robinson; Clare Woodhouse


Testimonials

‘The whole B&S team is personable and engaged.’

‘Clear that Nina Benest is focused on her clients and their needs during stressful times and is able to give clear advice and support to assist them to make progress.’

‘A local firm with a personal and modern twist, who cares about their clients and takes pride in providing their clients with the best possible service. I found Benest & Syvret a lot more eager to go that extra mile in order to help their clients compared to other local firms.’

‘Both Nina Benest and Clare Woodhouse are extremely sympathetic and understanding and were a huge help in me obtaining the result I wanted. Their willingness to never give up and to keep going was greatly appreciated.’

‘The team at Benest & Syvret comes across as kind, very experienced and calm, which is wonderful since often the client feels uneducated in legal matters and totally in their hands.’

‘Clare Woodhouse is a very human lawyer – she sees a client and the emotions that they are feeling and helps and proceeds accordingly.’

‘Very professional, compassionate and friendly. No judgment.’

‘Claire Woodhouse felt comfortable to talk and be honest to. I felt no judgment. Very empathetic too.’

Key clients

Carlos Fernandes


Work highlights


  • Instructed by the Children’s Panel to act for children in a case requiring an emergency protection order subsequent interim care orders.
  • Acted for a client in defending an application by her ex-husband to vary child maintenance.
  • Advised a client on a separation agreement in lieu of a divorce.

Parslows

Parslows‘ family practice offers representation on a range of matrimonial matters, including pre- and post-nuptial agreement negotiations, and separations. The group additionally assists on private child law matters, ranging from prohibited steps to leave to remove orders. The team is led jointly by Natalie Jenner, whose practice encompasses divorce proceedings and ancillary matters, and Barbara Littler, a specialist in familial financial arrangements as they relate to divorces and child law provisions. Alexander English joined the team from Hatstone Lawyers in November 2023, further strengthening the group.

Practice head(s):

Natalie Jenner; Barbara Littler


Other key lawyers:

Alexander English


Testimonials

‘The team is friendly and explains legal terms and processes in a way that is easy to understand for people who may not be as familiar with the legal language. They are efficient, pragmatic and quick to turn around anything required to make progress with the resolution of issues.’

‘The advice provided was backed up by reasoned judgment and an explanation of how their experience was relevant to the situation, to provide comfort around any suggested resolutions.’

‘Barbara Littler is honest, compassionate and practical.’

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