Department profile
Freeths LLP

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : Yorkshire


Freeths LLP

Rankings

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Family/Matrimonial - Yorkshire

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

The family department at Freeths is respected for its breadth of expertise. The team advises clients on a wide range of family and children matters including divorce, prenuptial agreements, TOLATA disputes and surrogacy. Its Leeds-based team is adept at advising HNW clients as well as on family matters involving multiple jurisdictions.

Strengths

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  • The Freeths team's availability is excellent. They communicate and work well together.

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  • The team were mutually supportive and were abreast of the case, which made them a very strong unit.

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  • The team have taken steps to contain my costs when necessary and have responded in a clear and concise fashion to my queries.

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  • The solicitors have an excellent grasp of the law. They are approachable, pragmatic and solution-focused.

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  • The Freeths team have an excellent manner of handling big cases with a personal touch and being able to advocate for their client strongly without unnecessary gamesmanship or hostilities.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Mark Heppinstall
    Band 2Mark Heppinstall

    Mark Heppinstall

    Mark Heppinstall has notable expertise in financial remedy cases, often acting for high net worth individuals, and also handles the negotiation of nuptial, cohabitation and separation agreements.

    • Mark's in depth knowledge of the law allowed him to guide me in the best direction with empathy, understanding and professionalism. He was meticulous with preparation and explanation.

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    • From day one, Mark has been diligent, professional and considerate. Both his expertise and his kindness regarding the emotional aspects of the process were greatly appreciated.

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    • Mark's technical ability is phenomenal. His skill is in reading between the lines, and his professionalism never wavers.

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    • Mark is a real technical lawyer who knows the book back to front.

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  • Star AssociatesSarah Scullion
    Star AssociatesSarah Scullion

    Sarah Scullion

    Sarah Scullion has considerable experience advising on complex divorce proceedings and children matters.

    • Sarah is very solution-focused and gets a good outcome for clients.

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    • Sarah is a brilliant lawyer.

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    • A first-rate layer who has good commercial awareness and a good grasp of the law, and is very approachable.

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