The family practice at Thomson Snell & Passmore in Tunbridge Wells goes ‘above and beyond’, with expertise ranging from high-value financial cases to complex Children Act matters. Practice head Joanna Pratt specialises in such financial matters, and additionally handles pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Both Kirstie Law and Desmond O’Donnell are trained mediators: Law is qualified to directly consult with children as part of the mediation process, and O’Donnell is able to advise and mediate in both the UK and California. Sarah Keily is recommended as both ’highly experienced’ and ‘extremely sensible’.
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- ‘Nothing is too much for Thomson Snell and Passmore. Their service goes above and beyond with all members of the team helping when required and with superb response times.’
- ‘Kirstie Law handled my whole divorce, through multiple hearings and all the way to final hearing superbly. She has a way of not sugar coating things whilst still remaining very empathetic - the perfect blend for a lawyer. Her knowledge and experience shines through and I would without hesitation recommend her as a family solicitor to anyone in need of one.’
- ‘Sarah Keily is highly experienced but also (crucially) she is extremely sensible. She is prepared to tell a client what they may not wish to hear. Once the correct course of action is decided, she is very effective at executing the agreed strategy in the most efficient manner.’
- ‘The customer care from the team is exceptional. My complex and highly sensitive case was handled with care, understanding and professionalism, whilst the advice and advocacy I received was second to none. They were responsive, flexible and committed and I simply cannot recommend them highly enough.’
- ‘Sarah Keily provided an extraordinary level of service, support and advice. She balanced sensitive handling with giving clear guidance and advice, never rising to provocation from the other law firm in the case and always trying to find ways to find a pragmatic but values driven way forward.’
- ‘Superb, knowledgeable, personable and totally professional. Whoever you speak to at TS&P will give you the very best expertise and advice.’
- 'Desmond O'Donnell was helpful, clear and consistent.’
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Practice head
Joanna Pratt
Other key lawyers
Kirstie Law; Desmond O'Donnell; Sarah Keily; Helen Waite