Maintaining a reputation as a ‘regional full-service firm’, Machins Solicitors LLP’s team is well-versed in supporting high-net-worth individuals, international clients, technology entrepreneurs, farmers, and television producers across a range of private family law matters. Co-head Kathryn Ainsworth is adept at handling complex divorce, financial remedy, and child arrangement matters. Co-head Paul Owen leverages decades of experience at the intersection of family law and financial matters, boasting noted experience in advocating in court proceedings. Sarah Ashby is another notable figure.
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‘The stand-out individual is Richard Phillips, Senior Consultant Solicitor. He builds up an excellent rapport with his clients, is very committed and has dogged determination.’
‘Machins has a truly excellent family law team. The whole team, from partners through to paralegals, are exceptionally thorough, hardworking and friendly. Their solicitors and associates have the ability to empathise with client’s difficult situations whilst also providing practical advice and client focused solutions. I would wholeheartedly recommend Machins to any of my friends and family who required a family law solicitor.’
‘Machins stands out for its combination of expertise, personal approach and strong client relationships. Kathryn Ainsworth, in particular, brings extensive experience and a reputation for providing clear, no-nonsense, practical advice with a personal touch. The team’s focus on tailored, proactive legal services and direct access to senior lawyers sets them apart from larger firms.'
‘I have had the pleasure of working with Richard Phillips on numerous cases over the years and have always been impressed by Richard's exceptional expertise and professionalism. Richard is a highly experienced family Law Mediator, very approachable and supportive, with a pragmatic and compassionate manner that puts clients and solicitors at ease.'
'Richard Phillips's ability to get to the heart of disputes and identify key issues is invaluable, and his detailed, well-structured mediation reports provide a clear and effective foundation for further discussions.’
‘The team at Machins have been very professional at all times I have needed their service. I have used multiple areas of this practice, and each experience has fulfilled my needs and left me feeling satisfied with the interactions I have had with individual members. One of Machins’ key qualities is their efficient and effective communication, which means that the team are able to complete any services quickly and to their best ability.’
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Sarah Ashby
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Kathryn Ainsworth; Paul Owen
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Richard Phillips; Joe Colley; Sarah Ashby