The ‘highly respected’ family team at Thompson Smith and Puxon is headed by Louise Margiotta, an accredited mediator, collaborative lawyer, and parenting co-ordinator also trained in the Resolution Together one lawyer two clients model. The team has experience across financial and children disputes, including grandparent rights and children relocation, as well as cohabitation and pre/post nuptial agreements. Sarina Bailey joined the team in November 2024.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The family team at TS&P are highly respected in Essex and Suffolk by the judiciary and practitioners alike. Whether in Children Act or financial remedy proceedings, the team have a reputation for being well-prepared, efficient and on-point. The advice they give their clients is sound and clear. They consistently deliver results for their clients.’

  • ‘Louise Margiotta is nothing short of brilliant with her clients. I have seen her handle some of the most sensitive cases with care and dignity, without compromising on the procedural and legal issues that are in play.’

  • 'Sarina Bailey is a great family solicitor. She works incredibly hard for her clients and her case preparation is very good.'

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Practice head

Louise Margiotta

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Sarina Bailey