Newton Kearns LLP ‘brings all the benefits of a boutique practice to the table’ and clients praise the team as ‘dedicated, engaged, agile and flexible’; it is led by co-founders Patrick Kearns, ’a hugely talented lawyer‘, and the ’super bright, sensible and trustworthy’ Paul Newton. The team’s focus is on complex and high-value financial disputes, as well as nuptial agreements and resolutions after the breakdown of cohabiting relationships. Frances Petterson is ‘head and shoulders above her peers’, experienced in both complex finance and domestic and international children matters, including adoptions. Victoria Francis rounds out the partnership, and Ali Granville is recommended as ‘superbly talented’. All partners in the team are trained mediators.
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- 'Ali Granville is a superbly talented lawyer. She is making real waves and is leading the next generation. She works ferociously hard and pairs that determination with a highly detailed knowledge of her client's position.'
‘Frances Petterson is superb. Head and shoulders above her peers, she is extremely intelligent and fearless. She’s the real deal.'
‘Newton Kearns is a small team that punches above its weight. They have some real quality/big money cases that are handled with sensitivity & compassion. A fantastic team!’
‘The firm brings all the benefits of a boutique practice to the table. The team are dedicated, engaged, agile and flexible.’
‘Paul Newton is a rainmaker. He is well respected and incredibly well liked by both clients and the legal profession. A constructive lawyer who is a pleasure to work with.'
- 'Patrick Kearns is a hugely talented lawyer. His legal acumen is as good as anyone in the market. He is also a pleasure to work with.’
‘Paul Newton on top of the family lawyer tree. Super bright, sensible, trustworthy, responsive and an absolute pleasure to deal with as a client or an opponent.'
- 'Patrick Kearns is an all round great lawyer, straightforward and takes no nonsense, at the same time as being a dream to deal with.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Paul Newton; Patrick Kearns
Other key lawyers
Frances Petterson; Ali Granville; Victoria Francis