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Family: divorce and financial remedy

Ben Boucher-Giles

Ben Boucher-Giles

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Fourteen is lauded for its ‘wealth of expertise in relation to financial remedy work’, and with ‘an encyclopaedic knowledge of financial remedy law’, Michael Glaser KC its often sought after for representation in cases involving complex elements, such as trusts, bankruptcies, and partnerships. Praised as ‘brilliant with clients’, Ewan Murray often represents high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals in matters surrounding nuptial agreements and appeals. Gillon Cameron ’brings an air of calming reassurance to his cases‘, which often concern valuations, forensic accounting, and dissipation of assets. Ben Boucher-Giles boasts ’an impressive depth and breath of expertise at his fingertips‘, and is particularly notable in international cases.
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Ben’s expertise is primarily in high-value, complex matrimonial finances cases, particularly those involving an international element. Ben also has a wealth of experience in private law children disputes with particular experience in cases of international and domestic relocation and cases concerning serious allegations of physical, sexual or emotional abuse of children.  Ben is widely considered to give direct advice in an approachable fashion. He is known for being well prepared and is particularly adept in handling cases with complex legal issues or where robust cross-examination is required.  Prior to joining FOURTEEN, Ben had a successful practice in the North East of England and retains strong links there.  Ben has acted for clients in proceedings in all levels of court, up to and including the Supreme Court.

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Career

Called 2004; Lincoln's Inn.

Memberships

Lincoln’s Inn Family Law Bar Association Resolution

Education

Hatfield College, Durham University.

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  • 'Joe Lamb is an absolute delight to deal with. Everything a clerk should be.'
  • 'The clerks offer an excellent service. They are very professional, helpful and highly responsive. Joe Lamb and Dan Lee can’t do enough for you.'
  • 'Dan Lee in particular stand outs, and Lewis Witt and Alfie Mackay are also very helpful and accommodating.'
  • 'Superb clerk's room. Really outstanding support for their barristers and for solicitors. When you know you can rely on the clerks, it makes the job easier. Alfie Mackay, Lewis Witt and Joe Lamb are superb.'
  • 'The clerks are consistently helpful, responsive, and proactive. They are good at understanding the needs of a particular case and matching that with suitable counsel. Dan Lee stands out for being particularly efficient and solution-oriented, especially when dealing with urgent listings or last-minute changes.'
  • 'The clerks’ room is efficient and professional. They respond promptly, are straightforward on fees, and do their best to accommodate urgent instructions. Tyler Woodyatt-Butwell is especially helpful, pragmatic, well-organised, and understands the nuances of family work and the importance of continuity in representation.'
  • 'First class. Always helpful and efficient. Dan Lee in particular is helpful and ahead of the curve.'
  • 'Joe Lamb is a brilliant clerk  and is always open to a transparent discussion on fees and works to ensure fee structures that are palatable to clients.'