Miles Preston has carved out a notable practice in nuptial agreements, with team head Marcus Dearle establishing a dedicated unit for specialist nuptial agreements and responsible financial asset protection, supported by Rahanna Choudhury, to safeguard family wealth. Dearle’s practice is distinctive for advising trustees in divorce and separation disputes, as well as for his ability to advise on Hong Kong family law from London. Anna Nice continues to advise clients alongside her role as a Recorder at the Central Family Court. Harriet Wait, a qualified mediator, brings expertise in international divorces, Sharia law, and nullity cases. Patricia Hollings focuses on the forensic examination of evidence and tracing concealed global assets.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Harriet Wait is a very clever lawyer and always goes the extra mile for her clients.’

  • ‘Miles Preston is enjoying a real renaissance since Marcus Dearle took over as managing partner. He has brought tremendous energy and enthusiasm, and the firm is now getting serious big ticket litigation.’

Practice head

Marcus Dearle

Other key lawyers

Harriet Wait; Patricia Hollings; Rahanna Choudhury; Anna Nice; Julia Stanczyk