Displaying a ‘modern and holistic’ approach when it comes to advising clients, Family Law Partners is described as being ’very driven towards NCDR’, with the ‘innovative boutique family team’ acting on a comprehensive range of family law matters. Team heads Robert Williams and Gemma Hope, who are often working with Kim Crewe, offer a holistic mediation service that provides clients with preparatory and ongoing emotional support alongside the mediation process. Hannah Viet is a ’highly competent and thoughtful mediator’ who offers the one-couple/one lawyer model to assist clients. Alice Scambler handles matters involving children, complex financial arrangements and valuable assets.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Robert Williams - unrivalled knowledge offering the gold standard for clients.
- ‘Family Law Partners' mediation practice is particularly well-regarded for its focus on minimising the emotional and financial toll of family breakdowns. The team is known for its commitment to non-court dispute resolution, and they are consistently praised for their client-centred approach and constructive ethos.’
- ‘I have worked with Hannah Viet and found her to be a highly competent and thoughtful mediator. One of her key strengths lies in her attention to detail and clarity of communication.'
- ‘Very strong team Sarah Jelly and Alice Scambler both have excellent reputations for being solid sensible mediators.'
- ‘Sarah Jelly is very experienced and always happy to share her knowledge.'
- ‘Polly Dallyn is a really effective, calm mediator who the clients love. ’
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Robert Williams; Gemma Hope
Other key lawyers
Kim Crewe; Hannah Viet; Alice Scambler; Lisa Burton-Durham; Sarah Jelly; Polly Dallyn