Acting for both domestic and international clients, the family practice at Clarke Willmott LLP handles various matters, including divorce, financial settlements, and unmarried family disputes. Emily Finn specialises in high-net-worth international nuptial agreements and is especially knowledgeable in fertility law. Chris Longbottom departed in September 2026.
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- The Manchester-based team excels in high-net-worth matrimonial finance and private law children matters. What sets them apart is their unique, highly collaborative approach: every team member is involved in each case, ensuring that regardless of who you speak to, they have an in-depth understanding of the matter.
- Emily Finn - Senior Associate - Emily’s superpower is her exceptional attention to detail—nothing escapes her. Combined with her approachable personality and remarkable efficiency, she’s a standout in the team.
- The team is distinguished by its pragmatic, solution-focused approach combined with high standards of client care. The team is particularly effective at cutting through the noise of often complex and emotionally charged disputes, identifying the key issues early, and steering cases toward sensible and proportionate outcomes.
- Chris Longbottom, partner, is our only contact at CW. Chris has strong expertise in high-value divorce cases but is also knowledgeable on bankruptcy law and how it interplays with family law.
- Good to strong firm with national reach, but has extensive expertise in family law.
- Chris Longbottom is fantastic. Always pragmatic and sensible.
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