Freeths LLP, with offices in Nottingham and Leicester, has a dedicated family team that manages complex divorce and domestic abuse cases, frequently involving cross-jurisdictional complexities. Leading the practice from Nottingham, Nikki Aston specialises in business and tax-related issues arising from divorce, while Stephanie Clifton has broad expertise in family law, leading on children matters and financial remedies. In Leicester, Stephanie Kyriacou is highly experienced in divorce-related matters including those involving tax issues, trusts, property disputes, relocation cases, cohabitee rights and Children Act cases.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Nikki Aston: Nikki is very bright and a very capable lawyer but always approaches matters with kindness and sensitivity.'

  • ‘Small but well-regarded niche family team.’

  • ‘Freeth LLP’s Family Team is distinguished by its client-focused and comprehensive approach to family law, offering a seamless blend of legal expertise and compassionate support.'

  • ‘Stephanie Kyriacou is a highly accomplished and dedicated family lawyer whose expertise and passion for her field set her apart as a standout practitioner.'

  • ‘Nikki Aston and Steph Clifton deal with a range of family law matters. Nikki Aston is a strong leader of the team who is adept at dealing with a range of family matters including those of a high net worth or complex nature.’

  • ‘Stephanie Clifton is very sensible, intelligent and constructive in how she works on files.’

  • 'The advice I have been given through the process has been measured & clear and at no point have I been given any false expectation about what can be achieved.'

  • 'Nikki Aston has led my case and she has ensured each stage of my proceedings have been explained, guiding me professionally but with a personal touch which has ensured I have felt supported throughout. '

  • 'I have always found Stephanie Kyriacou to be very empathetic with her clients and 100% committed to trying to get the best result for them.'

  • 'They are friendly and approachable whilst also being very bright and willing to put in all it takes to get good results for their clients.'

Lawyers

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Stephanie Clifton

Practice head

Nikki Aston

Other key lawyers

Stephanie Clifton; Stephanie Kyriacou