Farrer & Co’s family team has strong expertise in handling complex cases involving substantial assets, international elements, and intricate trust and tax structures. Practice head William Massey regularly advises on matters crossing multiple jurisdictions and asset types, from companies to pensions. Claire Gordon advises entrepreneurs and private equity figures on UHNW pre- and post-nuptial agreements involving trust assets. Caroline Holley ‘s international practice is strengthened by her fluency in French and Italian, advising clients in the entertainment sector. Sarah Hutchinson, also a mediator, has particular expertise advising on matters involving deferred compensation, trusts, and landed estates. Edward Floyd specialises in cross-border financial claims linked to trusts and foreign divorces, while Flora Harragin leads the firm’s Spain and Portugal desk. Amy Radnor focuses on nuptial agreements, Frederick Tatham on APAC matters, especially involving Hong Kong, and Alexander Woolley on multijurisdictional disputes involving hidden assets.
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  • ‘A first-class family law department.’

  • ‘Amy Radnor is a brilliant lawyer who is equally at home running an international children case as she is a cross-border financial remedy case. A true all-rounder.'

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Alexander Woolley
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Sarah Hutchinson; Caroline Holley; Amy Radnor; Frederick Tatham; John Davies; Edward Floyd; Flora Harragin; Alexander Woolley; Claire Gordon