About

Provided by Crane & Staples

The Family team at Crane & Staples act for private individuals in the full spectrum of family matters, including:


  • Divorces involving complex financial matters, distribution of pensions and non-disclosure of assets
  • Child arrangements cases
  • Pre and post nuptial agreements
  • Cohabitation agreements
  • Unmarried couples finance
  • Civil partnership dissolution; and
  • International child abduction and child relocation (domestic and international)


The firm values a team approach to provide the best advice to clients, for example, consulting with the property team for information on high-value matrimonial properties.


Where possible, the solicitors undertake their own advocacy, to provide continuity of representation. High-level cases often involve the instruction of Silk, renowned medical experts, pension experts and forensic accountants.


The team are enthusiastic supporters and referrers of cases to mediation and other ADR, including arbitration. They are committed to helping parties reach agreement without the need for contested hearings, where possible, as members of Resolution. 


Chambers Review

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Family/Matrimonial - Thames Valley

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Crane & Staples offers a range of family law service from its office in Welwyn Garden City. The firm can advise clients on both public and private children law matters such as child relocation, contact disputes and cases that involve serious allegations of abuse or criminal behaviour. The team also handles financial remedy and advises clients on nuptial agreements.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Danielle Peters
2
Danielle Peters
Head of Family/Matrimonial
2
Band 2

Danielle Peters advises both married and unmarried couples on financial settlements and disputes relating to divorce or separation and can also advise on TOLATA issues. She has further experience in private children law.

Danielle is an experienced, knowledgeable and cost-effective practitioner who always shows sound judgement and a thorough understanding of litigation.

Danielle Peters is absolutely attuned to the needs of the client.

Danielle's strategic approach and insightful advice is invaluable in resolving intricate cases efficiently and effectively.

Sharon Montgomery
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Sharon Montgomery
3
Band 3

Sharon Montgomery handles complex divorce and separation issues, including child abduction and financial remedy cases. She also has experience advising on prenuptial agreements.

Sharon Montgomery has an unparalleled depth of knowledge and experience. She is very astute, practical and commercially aware.

Sharon's experience shines through. She is unfazed by complex cases and difficult opponents and will think through a case from every angle to give her clients the best tactical advice possible.

Natasha Khakhar
Natasha Khakhar
Star Associates

Natasha Khakhar assists with a range of divorce and financial remedy proceedings, often involving high-value assets and pensions. She is also experienced at handling TOLATA matters.

Natasha has exceptional client care skills. She is excellent at lowering the temperature in cases which have the potential to become extremely acrimonious.

Natasha is an absolute pleasure to work alongside in helping the parties achieve a fair outcome. Her non-confrontational approach and commitment to finding a resolution is commendable.

Natasha Khakhar is a very committed and dedicated lawyer. She makes clients feel very secure and gives clear and honest guidance. Her communication is outstanding, and she is very knowledgeable.

Ranked Lawyers at
Crane & Staples

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Thames Valley

Family/Matrimonial

Danielle Peters
2
Danielle Peters
Head of Family/Matrimonial
2
Band 2
Sharon Montgomery
3
Sharon Montgomery
3
Band 3
Natasha Khakhar
Natasha Khakhar
Star Associates

Members

Provided by Crane & Staples

Danielle Peters

Danielle Peters

Head of Department

Natasha Khakhar

Sharon Montgomery