Specialising in family law, Vaitilingam Kay houses an experienced children team that advises clients on a wide range of matters, including cases involving abuse allegations, international surrogacy and parental alienation. The practice group is co-led by Joe Vaitilingam and Anne Kay, both of whom are experienced in financial disputes and a diverse host of complex children cases. Other key members of the team include Sara Wychrij, Katie Chew, Tom Duggins, and Kathryn Cassells.
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  • Vaitilingam Kay has an experienced, hardworking, and dedicated team. The team has great expertise in a wide range of family law matters. There are a number of outstanding individuals who are a pleasure to work with and are committed to their clients.
  • Sara Wychrij is outstanding. She truly cares about her clients and will go above and beyond. She will be frank and always has an eye on keeping matters proportionate and focused on what matters most for each client.
  • The firm has experts across all areas, so you are in good hands no matter how complex or far-reaching matters become.
  • Katie Chew is an excellent Senior Associate, well-equipped, hugely collaborative, and has excellent client care skills. She is very experienced in complex children work.
  • A great boutique law firm that is very well respected within the market for good quality children and finance work.
  • Their specialization in divorce, finance, and child matters means they are able to jump between related court cases easily. They are practical in their advice, keep the focus on what matters, and communicate clearly. The team's expertise means there is no issue too complex for them to manage, and their client commitment means the best outcome for the client.

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Practice head

Joe Vaitilingam; Anne Kay

Other key lawyers

Sara Wychrij; Katie Chew; Tom Duggins; Kathryn Cassells