Family Law in Partnership Ltd (FLiP) is praised for its commitment to non-court dispute resolution, including mediation, arbitration, and tools such as FLiP Settle. David Allison, a ‘standout star’ known for handling high-value complex matrimonial finance claims, heads the team alongside James Pirrie. Lauded by clients for his intelligence, Pirrie serves as a mediator, arbitrator, and private FDR judge. Elizabeth Hicks frequently deals with intricate cross-jurisdictional issues and high-value asset structures, often involving domestic or financial abuse, and Bradley Williams focuses on cases spanning multiple jurisdictions and trusts law. Selena Arbe-Barnes and Grace Lawrence are further key members of the team.
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‘FLIP provides a well-rounded and excellent service. Very arguably the best boutique family law firm.’
‘Bradley Williams is second-to-none. An excellent lawyer and strategist.’
‘David Allison is at the top of his game. He is excellent in managing high-net-worth cases. He is fearless and has excellent judgment. Although he has been involved in a number of high-profile, litigious cases, he also excels as a mediator. He has a way of putting everyone at their ease and being able to bring the temperature down in any case. Helen Greenfield is excellent. She is committed to her clients, achieves great results, and is great to work with. Harriet Burge is a force to be reckoned with. She is meticulous in her approach to her cases and fights her client’s corner in an attempt to achieve the very best results.’
‘David Allison is the stand-out star of the firm - he is extremely clever and thorough, never loses his cool, and rolls his sleeves up to sort things out.'
‘James Pirrie, mind the size of a planet, grasps numbers brilliantly, runs rings round those who don't. Holds his clients gently but with a core of steel.'
‘A top-notch specialist niche family practice that takes a holistic approach, promoting and conducting NCDR (mediation, arbitration) with therapeutic support, as well as litigating effectively.’
Work highlights
Advised on an appeal regarding a financial relief order involving divorce, finances, non-molestation and parental alienation.
Advising on a pre-nuptial agreement covering multiple jurisdictions with assets valued at over £500 million.
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Practice head
David Allison; James Pirrie
Other key lawyers
Elizabeth Hicks; Daniel Coombes; Bradley Williams; Daniel Coombes; Elizabeth Fletcher; Mariko Wilson; Kara Swift; Selena Arbe-Barnes; Grace Lawrence; Harriet Burge