The ‘very efficient, helpful and knowledgeable’ Bridgend-based team at Berry Smith has an excellent reputation throughout south and west Wales for its ability to resolve complex financial remedy and children cases utilising a collaborative approach. ’Outstanding’ team head Katie McColgan provides added insight to clients by virtue of her mediation and family arbitrator accreditation. The ‘very approachable’ Benjamin Delve is also a key contact, while at a more junior level, Conor Lynn assists McColgan in a raft of complex cases, including financial remedy matters involving extensive property portfolios and instances of child abduction to another country.
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- 'It is a top law firm with a professional, compassionate, and efficient team.'
- 'The outstanding Katie McColgan is knowledgeable and professional.'
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Benjamin Delve
Practice head
Katie McColgan
Other key lawyers
Benjamin Delve; Conor Lynn