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Freeths LLP

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : Thames Valley

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Freeths LLP

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Family/Matrimonial - Thames Valley

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Freeths houses a highly regarded team in Oxford that advises clients on financial remedies and childcare arrangements in the context of relationship breakdown. The team is experienced in representing clients in asset division matters involving overseas assets and complex business interests, as well as in maintenance enforcement proceedings. It offers robust ADR capabilities, including mediation services.
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Strengths

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  • The department is very understanding with emotional issues people are going through. I felt they were very professional, helpful, kind and knew what I needed at all times.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

  • Freeths has very knowledgeable lawyers who are unflappable under pressure and always incredibly responsive.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

  • Freeths has a real breadth of family specialisms and collectively significant experience in the field of family law, particularly on complex finances and alternatives to court.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Gavin Scott
    Gavin Scott

    Gavin Scott

    Gavin Scott typically advises high net worth clients on financial disputes and enforcement proceedings following divorce, while also assisting with cohabitation and prenuptial agreements.

    • Gavin Scott is fearless and incredibly easy to work with. He's confident about what he's doing and clients love him.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

    • Gavin is an exceptional solicitor and will often see aspects of a case that others might miss or do not consider. His strategic awareness and knowledge is second to none.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

    • We are very grateful to Gavin for his expertise in the law and his personal skills, which are so important when helping clients going through difficult times of their lives.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
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  • Tom Burgess
    Tom Burgess

    Tom Burgess

    Tom Burgess assists high net worth clients in complex financial matters, often involving overseas assets. He is experienced in ADR proceedings.

    • Tom is always very professional and handles cases with ease and knowledge.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

    • Tom is very patient and a very thoughtful lawyer.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

    • Tom is an excellent mediator.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
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