West Norfolk and East Cambridgeshire are domains in which Fraser Dawbarns maintains a strong reputation in family law. Its particular key areas include high-net worth divorce cases; pre-nuptial agreements involving business or agricultural assets; guardianship orders; cohabitation agreements; and TOLATA applications. Emma Stearman in King’s Lynn, and Rebecca Woodley in Downham Market are the team leaders, with Jackie Jessiman a name to note in Ely.
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- ‘Professional, empathetic, approachable, helpful.’
- ‘There seems to be very low turnover of staff which gives me the impression that they feel valued and well looked after by the firm. Staff demonstrate a warm, friendly and open corporate image.’
- ‘The Fraser Dawbarn team are personable and well prepared. They are able to identify issues and consider a plan of action that puts the client in the best possible situation. Despite being split over three locations, the team present as a cohesive and united front and are able to step in on colleagues' cases where needed.’
- ‘I work with Emma Stearman, Daniel Sims, and Jackie Jessiman - all three are superb lawyers and are a credit to their respective professions. All three provide prompt instructions and bundles, and give sufficient information to be able to understand a client's wants and worries. This makes it much easier to be able to advise and represent a client, as their particular focuses are highlighted.’
- ‘Jackie Jessiman - her attention to detail is impeccable, her client care is outstanding.’
- ‘Their client care is excellent, they take proper time to understand the key issues and the context. Barristers are briefed well which enables them to prepare effectively.’
Practice head
Emma Stearman; Rebecca Woodley
Other key lawyers
Jackie Jessiman; Daniel Sims