‘Technical excellence is a given’ in the Stevens & Bolton LLP Guildford family team, which regularly acts for clients with business assets, those in the medical profession, and other lawyers. Its expertise spans the most complex financial matters and an increasing amount of wealth protection work, including pre- and post-nuptial agreement. Team head Nicola Harries ’inspires confidence with her calm and professional manner’, increasingly advising unmarried families on both separation and protective measures. Sean Hilton has a standout focus on advising third party intervenors in matrimonial disputes.
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‘Nicola Harries is an excellent family lawyer. She has excellent judgement, combined with great client care skills and is highly experienced.’
‘Technical excellence is a given and they have a progressive, open-minded culture to problem solving.’
‘Nicola Harries is always empathetic, supportive and patient with her clients. She inspires confidence with her calm and professional manner, while her ability and depth of experience are clearly demonstrated in her focused approach.'
- 'Victoria Batstone is organised, intelligent and quick to grasp issues.’
‘The team is very hardworking and client friendly. They understand the needs of their clients, are pragmatic in negotiation, but defend the interests of their clients with vigour where necessary.’
‘Nicola Harries is very responsive, smart, and she cares about her clients.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Grace Parker-White
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Nicola Harries
Other key lawyers
Sean Hilton; Victoria Batstone