Department profile
Charles Russell Speechlys

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : The South


Charles Russell Speechlys

Rankings

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Family/Matrimonial - The South

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Charles Russell Speechlys has a top-drawer team in Guildford practising across all areas of family law, with the ability to provide collaborative law and mediation options. The team has experience in handling complex children law cases revolving around allegations of abuse, controlling behaviour and parental alienation. Additionally, it has deep expertise in handling financial matters with tax, pensions and trusts elements.

Strengths

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  • The team provides excellent legal advice, client support and expertise.

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  • The firm has excellent technical abilities across the board and is very strong on cross-border matters.

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys distinguish itself through its expertise, sensitivity and ability to act fast. I know that if I refer a client, they will get the best possible advice and service.

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  • The firm has unmatched quality and strength in depth as well as excellent in-house expertise.

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys is a top firm. Its lawyers have a wealth of experience and talent, they're top litigators.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Shona Alexander
    Band 1Shona Alexander

    Shona Alexander

    Shona Alexander has considerable experience in handling complex and high-value financial proceedings, particularly those involving overseas assets and trusts. She is knowledgeable across a broad array of family law matters, including both matrimonial finance and private children cases.
    • Shona is very strong tactically and at litigation, but she is very human and sensible. She know which points to take and what is economic, giving good, practical advice over what is worth arguing.

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    • Shona is very humane, down to earth, intelligent and she constantly thinks about what is the best outcome for her clients.

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    • Shona works really hard and is very sensible, pragmatic, approachable and helpful, with a very good legal mind.

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