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Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : The South


Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd

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Family/Matrimonial - The South

Band 3

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What the Team is Known For

Clarkson Wright & Jakes is a well-known family law practice in Kent handling post-separation issues, including child arrangements and financial remedy matters. It is experienced in handling cases involving inherited wealth, businesses, pensions and property, providing advice to both mid and high net worth clients. The team is also instructed on other Children Act cases, including international child relocations.

Strengths

Clarkson Wright & Jakes is a very knowledgeable, very kind and supportive firm.

The team is very effective, diligent and mindful of the cost as well as the amount of work required.

The firm is responsive, friendly and knowledgeable.

The team offers attention to detail, careful management of client expectations and an ability to cut to the critical issue in the case.

Notable practitioners
Claire Schneck

Claire Schneck has experience advising on complex divorce cases involving inheritance matters and pensions, and is equally adept at handling proceedings brought under the Children Act.

Claire Schneck is totally across the issues and really well organised.

Claire does the utmost to get the best outcomes in very difficult situations.

Claire is exceptional, with great depth of knowledge on many different areas and how to apply them strategically.

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