Boutique practice Bortoft Bell continues to act on financial remedy cases featuring international or trust elements, as well as pre-nuptial agreements involving complex asset structures. Arron Bortoft’s work, which spans multijurisdictional arrangements and crypto assets, earns him a reputation as a lawyer who 'fights his client’s corner to the end'. Charlie Bell is sought after for matters involving niche or novel complexities that demand close forensic scrutiny, and is considered by clients as ‘extremely clever and tactical.’
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- ‘I worked with Charlie Bell, who had an amazing rapport with the client. He was not afraid to tell the client the rough reality, whilst still ensuring that the entire team was tirelessly working to protect the client's interests. Mollie Van Geest was also an invaluable member of the team, ensuring that everyone across the jurisdictions remained connected and abreast of all the daily developments.’
- ‘Charlie Bell is a very bright and enthusiastic solicitor who is driven to getting first class results for his clients. He is superb.’
- ‘Bortoft Bell look after their clients with exceptional care and attention. They recognise every client as being a source for the next client, and it really is reflected in how they advise, manage and represent their clients. Charlie, whilst highly knowledgeable about the law, is extremely pragmatic and focussed on getting the best outcome for his clients. Arron charms his clients with his empathetic approach, and represents them with panache.’
- ‘The depth of experience of the two partners in financial remedy work consequent on divorce is what makes the firm's offering so excellent. They can go toe to toe with the best firms in the country, and often do.’
- ‘Despite their family law specialism, they are able to seamless work with and coordinate a highly complex, multi-jurisdiction matter involving not only family, but also general commercial law. It was impressive.’
- ‘Charlie Bell combines refined legal skills with pragmatism and commercialism. He is straight-talking and easy to work with, and is respected by his peers in the industry.’
Practice head
Arron Bortoft; Charlie Bell
Other key lawyers
Mollie van Geest
