RWK Goodman’s family team, led by Simon Bassett and Natalie Lemonides, has specific expertise in asset protection and pre- and post-nuptial agreements for high-net-worth clients. Bassett, who oversees both the Oxford and London teams, handles complex cases involving trusts and offshore structures. Lemonides focuses on multijurisdictional financial disputes and trust assets, with a strong practice in advising on nuptial and cohabitation agreements. The team is also experienced in TOLATA claims.
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'Equally adept at dealing with domestic and international cases.’
‘Natalie Lemonides is a real force of nature. She works incredibly hard for her clients and has a knack of achieving fantastic results.'
‘RWK Goodman are a rising force in international family law and deal with complex international cases. They have an excellent team and are always available to deal with sometimes pressing issues as they arise. The team culture is grounded and approachable, and with a high commitment to excellence in client service.’
- 'Natalie is dynamic and focused. She is robust in her advice, ordered and extremely well-prepared. I would imagine her clients adore her. In terms of being her opponent she is fair, creative and candid. She is always looking to try and settle her cases but will fight them where appropriate.’
‘Natalie Lemonides is an excellent lawyer and goes over and above for her clients.’
‘An extremely polished team with an exceptional offering of talent for high net worth family law clients. They are friendly and approachable and offer a bespoke, client-led service.’
Key clients
- AF v GF [2024] EWHC 3478 (Fam)
Work highlights
Advised the wife in financial remedy application considering whether the husbands interest in three investment advisory companies, one of which was founded prior to the marriage, had been matrimonialised.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Simon Bassett; Natalie Lemonides
Other key lawyers
Ellie Beckett