The family law department at Blanchards Bailey LLP has particular expertise advising on matters with an agricultural aspect as well as military pension issues. Laura Martin leads the team and is well-versed in high-value financial cases, children matters and cohabitation agreements. Julie Keogh primarily handles matters involving children, such as private law proceedings, and adoption and child abduction cases.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘My initial meeting with Julie Keogh was informative and I was impressed with her ability to understand my problem.’

  • ‘Laura Martin stood out for her efficiency, professionalism, and ability to handle my divorce smoothly without unnecessary complications. What made her different from others was her client-first approach—she listened to what I wanted, provided clear and practical advice, and never pressured me into decisions.'

  • ‘Everyone I have spoken to at Blanchards Bailey LLP has been highly efficient which filled me with confidence from the very beginning.'

  • ‘The firms approach from engagement to resolution has been refreshing and enlightening into how the profession can operate.'

  • 'If you want a large firm with exceptional and highly knowledgeable people, with a smaller 'family firm' feel, that care about you and your case, you'd have to look hard for a better firm than Blanchards Bailey LLP.'
  • ‘The team has a strong knowledge of family legal principles and procedure which amplifies their service levels of giving sound advice to clients.’

Practice head

Laura Martin

Other key lawyers

Julie Keogh