The ‘experienced and pragmatic' team at Knights is based in Beaconsfield, providing ’1st class advice’ on the full gamut of issues involving divorce, finance, cohabitee, and children issues. The group is well-equipped to handle high-value divorces, providing internal independent financial advice and divorce coaching, while advising on complex children matters involving mental health concerns and disputes over religion. Practice head Amanda Melton regularly assists with property disputes between cohabiting couples. Trained mediator Kate Ryan is noted for her deep knowledge of coercive and controlling behaviour, and Javita Malhotra is a key name for matters involving alternative family structures. Jolene Hutchison left the team in 2024.
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‘IBB have been a strength throughout my time with them, the people involved with my case have been caring and sympathetic as well as a good ear to listen to me whilst I was in a bad place. They provided 1st class advise.'
‘Javita Sharma feels like one to watch. Clients adore her, even when she is delivering advice that they do not wish to receive. And she does not flinch from doing delivering such advice if necessary. Javita has excellent judgment and is really committed to each of her cases. ’
‘IBB are a very solid and reliable firm - they are experienced and pragmatic, give very sensible advice to clients. I would trust them to look after my friends and family.’
‘Catherine O'Reilly is excellent - very diligent and capable.’
‘The team are cohesive, friendly and approachable. They work well as a unit. The family finance team has connections with divorce coaches and financial advisers who can help the clients work through every aspect of their divorce in an holistic and supportive manner, with a springboard for their future lives.’
‘Kate Ryan and Javita Malhotra are driven individuals, forensic in their work, and compassionate in their attitudes. They really support and care for their clients and want to ensure the best outcome for each one.’
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Practice head
Amanda Melton
Other key lawyers
Kate Ryan; Catherine O’Reilly; Javita Malhotra