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Edwards Solicitors

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : Northern Ireland

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The Edwards and Co Family and Matrimonial Department is led by Julie Tierney. https://www.chambersandpartners.com/UK/person/1558673/julie-tierney
Julie Tierney is ranked as a notable practitioner. She has expertise in Divorce and Ancillary Relief work, as well as experience in related children matters. Julie has been described by one client as having “an approachable manner, responds quickly to queries and gives sound advice”.

The dedicated Family Law Department has outstanding expertise in Divorce and Ancillary Relief matters. We have particular expertise advising high net-worth individuals in complex matters involving assets located outside the UK and cases involving business interests and agricultural assets.

The Department also acts for clients in children’s law issues and regularly appear before all Family Courts in Northern Ireland including the High Court. Practice Head, Julie Tierney, is an accredited member of the Children (NI) Order Panel. Associate Carla Fraser advises clients on all aspects of Family Law issues affecting children to include private and Public Law Proceedings. We are also experienced in dealing with Domestic Proceedings such as Non Molestation Order and Occupation Order Proceedings.

We have key relationships with other Family and Matrimonial Lawyers throughout the UK and further afield.

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Family/Matrimonial - Northern Ireland

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Edwards & Co's well-established family law team handles divorces, ancillary relief and related children law issues. The team is able to advise on matters involving overseas assets, real estate and business interests. The firm is also adept at handling cases involving international child law aspects, including the enforcement of maintenance orders and child abduction cases. It is further active in complex matrimonial finance and contact order proceedings, including those involving criminal offences.
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Strengths

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  • The team always got back to me quickly, answering any questions I had.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

  • Expertise was excellent in all forms from my first meeting to the completion of my case.

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  • I am always impressed by the attention to detail and the level of care taken over every aspect of the case. Clients are handled sympathetically but provided with clear and accurate guidance.

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  • They instilled great confidence in their ability to handle my divorce for me from the very first meeting.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Julie Tierney
    Julie Tierney

    Julie Tierney

    Julie Tierney assists clients with divorce proceedings and ancillary relief. She is also sought after for her multi-jurisdictional expertise on children cases.

    • Julie was always very clear and knowledgeable in all our dealings, with a calm professional manner.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

    • Julie is a stalwart of family work. Her reputation goes before her. She is very personable and professional.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

    • Julie always gave the best advice and clearly explained each step with great empathy during a very difficult and emotional time.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

    • Julie has both experience and expertise; she can communicate effectively and provide me with intelligent options appropriate to the the case and my budget.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
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