Department profile
Clarke Willmott LLP

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : North West


Clarke Willmott LLP

Rankings

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Family/Matrimonial - North West

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Clarke Willmott is a Manchester-based practice with experience advising clients on nuptial agreements, financial remedy proceedings and modern family and surrogacy matters. The team often acts for multi-national and high net worth individuals.

Strengths

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  • There is an impressive depth and breadth to the team's experience and expertise. I have also always found them to be attentive and responsive.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
  • They always have their fingers on the pulse with their caseload and they are fantastic at keeping in touch regarding ongoing cases.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
  • They’re professional, organised and pay great attention to detail, always making sure that everything is done properly.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
  • They have a hard-working and committed team who take a pragmatic approach to finding solutions for their clients.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Christopher Longbottom
    Band 3Christopher Longbottom

    Christopher Longbottom

    Christopher Longbottom regularly represents clients in child maintenance claims and financial remedy proceedings, with additional experience advising on prenuptial agreements.

    • He provided very strong support and we had a trusted relationship throughout.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • Chris tackles cases with confidence and ease.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • I always find him very approachable and professional. He always provides comprehensive information for me.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • Chris is a fountain of knowledge with a genuine concern for his clients, which makes a great combo to have on your side.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • Chris is an excellent lawyer, clearly very much on top of his game as an experienced matrimonial lawyer, but also very much aware of the bigger picture.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
  • Associates to watchEmily Finn
    Associates to watchEmily Finn

    Emily Finn

    Emily Finn is gaining a strong reputation for her family law practice. She acts on nuptial agreements, financial remedy proceedings and child relocation, with noted experience in domestic abuse matters.

    • Emily is pleasant to deal with and has a calm and approachable manner. She is respectful and focused on resolving matters for her clients as swiftly as possible.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • Emily is an up-and-coming star in the family law field.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • Emily's attention to detail is second to none and her client care is top-notch. She is a pleasure to deal with.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • I'm impressed with her communication and professionalism. She provided an efficient and effective process.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

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