Barcan+Kirby LLP’s service offering spans the full range of family law issues, with notable expertise in financial separation, Children Act matters, and public children law proceedings. The team advises on wealth protection in voluntary and forced disclosure, and clean break orders. A trio of specialists leads the practice: children law expert Tom Powles; Kirsten Hale, who focuses on matrimonial finances; Clare Cox, specialising in care proceedings; and Charmaine Moger, noted for her court dispute resolution experience.
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- Ella Bartley is intelligent, meticulous, and calm. She is a standout at Barkan + Kirby. Jessica Bradley is an absolute pleasure to work with. Her perceptive approach and empathetic demeanor make her a popular choice for clients.
- Barcan + Kirby’s family department provides an excellent service to their clients with an empathetic approach combined with a high attention to detail. They are a very safe pair of hands. They value new and young talent and put emphasis on their training and development.
- A vibrant team with strength in depth and a willingness to go the extra mile.
- Charmaine Moger is always well prepared and on top of her cases. Tom Powles has a strong reputation as one of the best private family experts in the region.
- Great customer service. Prompt responses, always happy to help and give legal advice.
- Barcan + Kirby is approachable, reasonably priced, and has a great presence, especially in Bristol. They cover a wide variety of practice areas and have a wealth of knowledge, particularly in private children cases and surrogacy cases.
Practice head
Tom Powles; Kirsten Hale; Clare Cox; Charmaine Moger