Ward Hadaway LLP is home to a versatile team that is rated by clients for private law litigation, including domestic and international relocation, contact and living arrangements, and contact disputes. The team recently extended its high-value financial remedy offering with the January 2025 hire of Louise Masters, with particular experience in catastrophic injuries within this space. The team is jointly led by Gemma Iceton, who balances a busy workload of separation, children, and financial matters, and Louise Cannell-Mirza, who oversees children’s issues. Other key practitioners include Heather Armstrong, who offers a far-reaching practice, and Simon Dakers, who is noted for his representation of children, parents and grandparents in proceedings.
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‘Their continued commitment to high standards and professionalism.’
‘Their knowledge and commitment to children and families.’
‘Although there are different members of the team contacting you at any one time, it's always clear that their communication with each other is excellent.’
‘Gemma Iceton is without a doubt the most professional individual I have come across in the course of my involvement with legal firms. I have changed firms to retain her expertise & in every case she builds a team around her that ensures reassurance, confidence & honesty.’
‘The team at Ward Hadaway is always very helpful. They have good communication skills and provide honest, respectful advice.’
‘Louise Cannell-Mirza is a highly valued solicitor in the area of children's law. She is very approachable and always provides sensible and pragmatic advice. Her client care is excellent and she is very experienced in public law proceedings. Louise is a safe pair of hands who is widely respected.’
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Gemma Iceton; Louise Cannell-Mirza
Other key lawyers
Heather Armstrong; Simon Dakers; Louise Masters