Withers LLP leverages global strength across London, Hong Kong, and Singapore, as well as domestic reach through its New York team, to support high-net worth clients in their most complex family law challenges. It regularly advises on both multi-jurisdictional and California-specific pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and has notable experience in fertility law and modern family planning matters. Samantha Klein heads the team from Los Angeles, and Leslie Evans and Erika Scheideman were both promoted to partner in July 2025, based in San Diego and LA respectively.
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Samantha Klein

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Leslie Evans; Erika Scheideman