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.'
- ‘Polly Dallyn is a really effective, calm mediator who the clients love. ’
- ‘Sarah Jelly is very experienced and always happy to share her knowledge.'
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