Praised for its ‘attention to detail and professionalism’, the family team at Pinney Talfourd LLP covers a full range of divorce, financial remedy, Children Act, and wealth protection work. The team also supports cohabitees, and has a growing practice in surrogacy and fertility headed by Louise Eady. Catherine Polli heads the practice from Upminster, recommended for her ’great negotiating skills’, while deputy head Claire Spurgeon, in Brentwood, regularly handles complex financial disputes involving business assets. In Hornchurch, Michael Sheville specialises in complex financial matters and private children law. Catherine Loadman departed the team in August 2024.
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‘Catherine Polli stands out due to her extensive experience in all family law matters, approachability and clear communication style. She has great negotiating skills but is a force to be reckoned with when needed.'
‘The team at Pinney Talfourd LLP was exceptionally efficient in assisting me with urgent family matters. Their professionalism and attention to detail gave me confidence throughout the process. I appreciated how they took the time to understand my situation, offering clear guidance and support at every stage. Their responsiveness and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome stood out.’
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Michael Sheville
Practice head
Catherine Polli; Claire Spurgeon
Other key lawyers
Louise Eady; Michael Sheville; Surjit Verdi; Lucy Nicholson; Remyhs Baker; Jade Mercer