Shakespeare Martineau LLP provides a specialist service in high-value divorce and financial matters. Heading up the practice, Katherine Marshall leads on complex divorce proceedings and financial remedies; she has been commended by clients for her ‘meticulous attention to detail and her ability to navigate complex cases involving children, businesses, trusts, and inherited wealth’. Praised by clients as a ’trusted adviser’, Sonia Bachu is a key contact within the family team, frequently leading cases.
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- 'A very capable team who are knowledgeable, pragmatic, strategic but also compassionate. Strong in financial remedies and also able to offer collaborative law as an option, so actively promote out of court resolution.'
- ‘The team at Shakespeare Martineau is, in my view, of unparalleled quality in the East Midlands.'
- ‘The family team deal with some of the most complex and difficult family cases in the Midlands, and have the backing and support of an excellent full-service firm behind them.’
- ‘Katherine Marshall is very knowledgeable and sensible in her approach. She actively looks to find a solution which is workable whilst trying to do the best for her client. However, she understands the bigger picture. She is collaboratively qualified, so always open to dealing with matters outside of court. She can very competently deal with complex financial issues.'
- ‘Sonia Bachu understood the complexity and seriousness of my situation. She could see clearly when more specialist advice was warranted and made excellent choices around that; this absolutely ensured a successful outcome for me.’
- 'I thought the level of expertise was outstanding. Highly professional, excellent advice and support from my solicitor, Sonia Bachu. I was well-supported by her colleagues when necessary, too.'
- ‘I would single out Katherine Marshall and Sonia Bachu. Both Katherine and Sonia provide a very high level of service to their clients. They both are able to discern difficult issues very quickly and, as a result, are able to assist their clients in navigating those difficulties to achieve the best possible outcome.’
- 'Sonia Bachu is a trusted advisor who I am happy to refer clients to.'
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Katherine Marshall
Other key lawyers
Sonia Bachu