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Jones Myers Ltd Offices
Carlton Tower
34 St Paul's Street
Leeds
LS1 2QB
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Jones Myers Ltd > The Legal 500 Rankings
Private client > Family: Leeds, West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire Tier 1
Jones Myers Ltd’s family team works across York, Harrogate and Leeds. Richard Peaker, managing partner, leads the divorce and financial remedies team, which specialises in work for company owners, professionals, high-net-worth individuals and their spouses. Kate Banerjee, a founding member of Lawyers for Children, leads the children department, which has a notably high success rate in international child abduction matters. All children’s department team members are Society Children Panel members and Anthony Parrish has particular strength regarding child abduction, while the ‘exceptional’ Nicki Mitchell leads the divorce and financial remedies offering from the firm’s York office.Practice head(s):
Richard Peaker; Kate Banerjee; Nicki Mitchell
Other key lawyers:
Anthony Parrish; Laura Walsh
Testimonials
‘Good knowledge of the law in our specific area of practice. Clear jargon free advice and explanations. Experienced and enthusiastic practitioners.’
‘Jones Myers are a friendly, approachable team who are professional while remaining personable. They have a number of very experienced practitioners in private and public family law, who always strive to get the best outcome for their clients.’
‘Laura Walsh is approachable and child focused, always remaining on top of each case to avoid drift. I am instructed by Laura Walsh on a number of matters and she is supportive and always available to discuss the case, we work in a collaborative way to ensure the best outcome for the client.’
‘The Jones Myers Partnership goes from strength to strength with its brand of smooth professionalism supporting a caring, empathetic attitude to all its client base. The opening of recent branch offices around North Yorkshire ensures that their dedicated brand of family legal advice is available to more of the general public.’
‘Jones Myers children’s team have a breadth and depth of knowledge unrivalled in their area’
‘Kate Banerjee has knowledge second to none, having been practising in this area for around 30 years. Her sensitive but firm approach is invaluable when dealing with the issues that she does, recognising the importance of family life.’
‘Nicki Mitchell is dedicated, fair, and a very safe pair of hands for complex disputes. Always has an impressive grasp of the detail.’
‘Richard Peaker is very highly regarded locally. A calm and effective opponent.’
Work highlights
Jones Myers Ltd > Firm Profile
Jones Myers reputation as an outstanding niche family law firm which has achieved top rankings in legal guides for over two decades is unparalleled.
Launched in 1992 with a commitment to deliver exceptional levels of client care and service, the firm places Resolution’s Code of Practice at the heart of its client services and delivery.
At the forefront of alternative dispute resolution, lawyers’ unique expertise in mediation, collaborative law and arbitration ensures family disputes are constructively resolved wherever possible to try and avoid costly litigation.
Jones Myers encourages clients to co-operate and reach agreement about dividing their assets and securing the future of their children whose interests it always advocates should come first.
When going to court is a client’s only viable option, the practice is highly experienced in litigation in local and national Family Courts, High Courts and the Court of Appeal.
Jones Myers consistently attracts the best lawyers in its field. Their extensive expertise spans a former Deputy District Judge, a Family Law Arbitrator, a former Resolution chair, mediators, collaborative family law experts and a Barrister.
The team’s experience also encompasses ACTAPS/Resolution Accreditation national committee members, International Child Abduction/ Custody Unit members and Child Care Panel members.
Adopting a holistic and problem solving approach, the firm treats every case and every client as unique, always seeking the best solution for the client’s individual situation.
Jones Myers has always made its skills and expertise available to the vulnerable and is among a rare breed of practices which still undertakes public funding work for children law.
The family team is noted for its ability to handle complicated cases as well as being well versed in cases involving shareholder issues, property portfolios and complex pension schemes.
The Financial Remedies Department’s leading individuals specialise in high net worth cases of up to £250m, frequently managing matters involving tens of millions of pounds. Regularly instructed in multi- jurisdictional proceedings and cases involving complex corporate and (often off shore) trust structures.
The Children Department is renowned nationally and internationally as a leading firm in children related matters and Child Abduction cases.
Jones Myers culture and approach to giving back to society is embedded in its robust ethical standards and integrity to all stakeholders.
Services include:
- Divorce and separation
- Financial claims on divorce
- Arbitration
- Mediation
- Collaborative family law
- Arrangements for children
- Adoption
- Child protection
- International child abduction
- Civil Partnerships
- Pre and post nuptial agreements
- Civil partnerships
- Grandparents rights
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Financial Remedies | Richard Peaker | Richard.Peaker@jonesmyers.co.uk | 0113 380 4572 |
In house Barrister | Andrew Fox | Andrew.Fox@jonesmyers.co.uk | 0113 380 4578 |
Children Team | Kate Banerjee | Kate.Banerjee@jonesmyers.co.uk | 0113 246 0055 |
Children Team | Anthony Parrish | Anthony.parrish@jonesmyers.co.uk | 0113 380 4585 |
Financial Remedies | Nicki Mitchell | Nicki.mitchell@jonesmyers.co.uk | 01904 202553 |
Financial Remedies | Elizabeth Bell | Elizabeth.bell@jonesmyers.co.uk | 0113 380 4599 |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Kate Banerjee | Head of Children Department and Jones Myers partner The nationally and nternationally acclaimed Children Department… | View Profile | |
Elizabeth Bell | Partner specialising in wide-ranging financial disputes and representing clients across the UK… | View Profile | |
Jane Bolton | Joining the Children Department in 2016 as a specialist in childcare law… | View Profile | |
Meggie Chan | Family law solicitor specialising in care proceedings and representing children, parents and… | View Profile | |
Lindsay Cross | Family Law Solicitor working exclusively in family law since 2004 with extensive experience… | View Profile | |
Neil Dring | Senior family law specialist, Neil Dring, has almost four decades of expertise… | View Profile | |
Andrew Fox | In house Counsel with over three decades of expertise in complex cases… | View Profile | |
Lilly Grant | Solicitor based in Jones Myers York office with extensive expertise in divorce,… | View Profile | |
Harriet Holmes | Harriet is a Solicitor at the York city centre offices of Jones… | View Profile | |
Rosanna Hyett | Rosanna is hghly experienced in divorce, separation and the financial issues arising… | View Profile | |
Nicki Mitchell | Partner, heading Jones Myers York office. With over 25 years’ experience in… | View Profile | |
Anthony Parrish | Partner in Children Department. Extensive expertise in family law exceeds two decades… | View Profile | |
Richard Peaker | Head of Jones Myers Financial Remedies Department Department specialises in high net… | View Profile | |
Lisa Russell | Solicitor based in Jones Myers Harrogate town centre office. As a Family… | View Profile | |
Julie Simpson | Senior Solicitor Julie’s extensive expertise spans three decades in all aspects of… | View Profile | |
Becky Vine | Family Law solicitor experienced in areas of relationship break down including divorce… | View Profile | |
Laura Walsh | Solicitor with extensive expertise covering all aspects of child care law and… | View Profile |
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Children Law Accreditation Cohabitation Child Abduction Law Society Law Society Children Panel Law Society of England and Wales Legal 500 The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Resolution Resolution Accredited with particular specialisms in Children Law and PrivateClient Testimonials
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TESTIMONIAL: “I can’t believe that we have finally got to the end of this, I must say that, having your support over the past two years, has been greatly appreciated and made a huge difference to my health and Wellbeing. Part of your work has been completing the paperwork and liaising with other solicitors. But the part I have most valued, has been the open discussions and the opportunity to talk to someone who understood the situation and was able to offer expert guidance.”
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TESTIMONIAL: “This is the leading specialist firm in Leeds in the field of financial remedy. The team has adapted to the challengers presented during the pandemic, being able to offer accommodation to allow face-to-face activity within the social distancing rules but also adopting technology to ensure a superb quality of service. The team as a whole provides excellent advice, offering realistic and achievable goals at competitive prices.”
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TESTIMONIAL: “From the first meeting I was treated to first class advice which was well-tempered and clearly drawn from years of experience. At times I was advised to take a more strategic route which, I believe, led to a more beneficial outcome. I don’t often recommend people or companies, but I would whole heartedly recommend Nicki and her team as they provided a level of care and compassion at one of the darkest point in my life, something I won’t forget.”
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TESTIMONIAL: “I have found the firm to be excellent in particular with regard to marrying clarity of advice with the sensitivity of the situation. They have been very transparent on fees, stick to budgets and have been very responsive. They have managed client contact impressively given the pandemic restrictions.”
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TESTIMONIAL: “I fail to conjure the words to best describe how grateful I am that you have been there to guide me through the most traumatic of times… You have gone above and beyond in showing care and picking me back up when I was falling apart on many occasions. I wasn’t expecting the journey that I faced or that you would be able to give me such confidence in your ability to gently guide me to making the right decisions. I was able to trust you implicitly and lightened my troubled mind. Please could you thank everyone who has helped along the way.I am a much stronger and happier person than the broken woman who tentatively walked into your offices over a year ago. That truly was the turning point in my life. I wish you every success in your work and happiness in life and that Jones Myers may continue to help many more like me.”
CLIENT:
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TESTIMONIAL: “Jones’s Myers has a really strong team which covers all areas of family law. My experience has been with the divorce and finances team although I am aware that their children team has an enviable reputation locally. The finances team is very strong, deals with complex financial work and attracting much of their work through reputation.”
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TESTIMONIAL: “…They are the best collaborative divorce lawyers I know. They stand out for me as a firm and as individuals by the way they are with their clients. They have the rare skills of making complex issues easily understood, of encouraging clients to express their emotions whilst not being derailed by them, of listening and being fair to everyone whilst not compromising on their values. I love working with them.”
Diversity
At Jones Myers we are committed to maintaining an inclusive and positive work environment, encouraging equality and diversity among our valued team.
Our ethos is to respect and treat everyone fairly, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, ethnicity, religious or cultural beliefs, marital status and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.
We do not accept any form of discrimination and all our colleagues are encouraged to feel comfortable and be themselves.
Our inclusive and transparent culture and ethos extends to our clients and partners.
Press Releases
JONES MYERS RETAINS CHAMBERS TOP RANKING FOR ALMOST THREE DECADES
8th March 2024 Jones Myers has been awarded another Band 1 ranking in Chambers UK 2024 legal guide - just two weeks after retaining its top status in the Legal 500 guide.JONES MYERS RECOGNISED AMONG UK’S TOP PRIVATE CLIENT FIRMS
8th March 2024 Niche family law firm Jones Myers, is again included in eprivateclient’s top family law firms which acknowledges the country’s best private client law practices.NEW LEEDS CITY CENTRE HEADQUARTRS FOR JONES MYERS
8th March 2024 Jones Myers niche family law firm has moved to contemporary new headquarters in the heart of Leeds.JONES MYERS REMAINS BEST IN CLASS WITH TOP TIER LEGAL 500 RANKING
17th October 2023 Niche family law firm Jones Myers has retained its Number 1 ranking in the Legal 500 guide for almost three decades.JONES MYERS RECOMMENDED BY PEERS FOR BEST UK LAWYERS ACCOLADE
3rd October 2023 Powerful recommendations from peers have resulted in Jones Myers award-winning, niche family lawyers’ inclusion in the 2023 edition of Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom.JONES MYERS PARTNER NAMED ‘LAWYER OF THE YEAR’ IN NORTHERN POWERHOUSE AWARDS
3rd October 2023 Jones Myers partner, Kate Banerjee, has been named ‘Lawyer of the Year’ in the coveted Private Client category of the Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards.JONES MYERS HELPS RAISE £12.5k FOR INSPIRATIONAL CHARITY
3rd October 2023 Joes Myers has helped to raise £12,500 for a charity which enhances the quality of life for thousands of people with sight loss and wide-ranging disabilities.NEW APPOINTMENT FUELS GROWTH FOR JONES MYERS YORK TEAM
3rd October 2023 The York office of Jones Myers is marking further growth with a new appointment following the firm’s move to bigger city centre offices.JONES MYERS SUPPORTS NEXT GENERATION WITH MASTERS PRIZE
3rd October 2023 The commitment of Jones Myers niche family law firm to recognise tomorrow’s talent includes awarding a special prize to a Masters law graduate at Leeds Beckett University.FURTHER EXPANSION FOR JONES MYERS HARROGATE OFFICE
3rd October 2023 Niche family law firm Jones Myers has further expanded the team at its Harrogate office with the appointment of children law Paralegal, Brittany Dyer.JONES MYERS APPOINTS SENIOR FAMILY LAW SPECIALIST
3rd October 2023 Jones Myers has appointed a senior family law specialist with almost four decades of expertise in relationship breakdown and financial settlements to head its Harrogate office.BEST FOORT FORWARD: £10k CHARITY FUNDRAISER HELPS HOMELESS AND DISADVANTAGED
3rd October 2023 Jones Myers has gone the extra mile to help raise almost £10k in a vibrant fundraiser to help society’s poorest and most disadvantaged members.- Private client > Family: Leeds, West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire