Family/Matrimonial - Liverpool and surrounds
What the team is known for
Brabners offers well-regarded family teams in both Liverpool and Manchester with expertise in financial remedy cases and the negotiation of nuptial agreements. The firm frequently represents high net worth individuals and professional sportspeople in matters that involve complex business or trust structures and matters, or that have international elements. Brabners also advises on private law children matters, including cases involving relocation and abduction issues, and regularly works with the firm's private client team.
Strengths
"Brabners is outstanding and offers fantastic support and preparation at every stage of litigation."
"The entire team is fantastic. They are responsive, attentive and readily available, with impressive legal knowledge."
Notable practitioners
Helen Marriott is based in Liverpool and heads the Brabners family law group. She has a strong reputation for her work representing high net worth individuals in divorce proceedings and other financial disputes, in addition to private law children proceedings. "Helen is truly superb." "She is a collaborative lawyer who manages a good balance between fighting her client's corner while being respectful to her opponent."
Natalie Dickson advises clients on a wide array of family matters, including financial remedy proceedings, international relocations, Children Act proceedings and non-molestation orders. She is based in the firm's Liverpool office. "Natalie Dickson is a fantastic lawyer and a pleasure to work with." "She has incredible attention to detail, a phenomenal manner with clients and an incredibly impressive knowledge of the law."
Joanne Radcliff leads the Manchester family team at Brabners. She advises on both financial and children disputes following relationship breakdown, as well as assisting clients with prenuptial agreements. "Joanne Radcliff is very impressive." "Joanne is always sensible and looks after her clients, providing firm and robust advice."
Amy Harris is a legal director in the firm's Manchester office with growing experience in family law matters. She has notable expertise in financial remedy proceedings for individuals with high-value and complex assets. "Amy Harris is a really good lawyer with a growing reputation." "Amy is helpful and personable. She knows how to handle her cases well."
Leanne Instrall is a Manchester-based senior associate with notable experience representing clients in financial remedy proceedings and private law children matters. "Leanne has been instrumental in my case and an incredible support, not just legally but emotionally." "A superb lawyer who is a pleasure to work with."