Specialist family law firm Vardags has an increasingly prominent role in the Cambridge market. Though its group is led from Manchester by Emma Gill, the local office has two experienced associates in the 'truly excellent' Rebecca Fenner and new hire Anna Jones, who joined from Tees Law. They frequently handle cases involving assets in the £3-£20m range and above, often involving cross-border elements. Jones is known for acting with 'utmost professionalism and respect, whilst ensuring effective outcomes for her clients'. The firm's capabilities include standout valuation, financial forensics, criminal, and civil litigation expertise, as well as proficiency in media, privacy and defamation matters.
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- '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. ’
‘Rebecca Fenner is an exceptional lawyer with a hugely detailed knowledge of her field. Her empathetic and kind approach to clients helps to reassure them, but she is also practical and conscientious and will leave no stone unturned to ensure the best results for those she represents. She has excellent analytical and client care skills. I would recommend her to anyone.’
'A strong team with an excellent knowledge of their area.'
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Emma Gill
Other key lawyers
Rebecca Fenner; Anna Jones