Department profile
Judge & Priestley

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : The South


Judge & Priestley

Rankings

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Family/Matrimonial - The South

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Judge & Priestley is a Bromley firm with expertise in the full range of family law work. It handles disputes concerning financial remedy and child arrangements orders, as well as other complex matters concerning family structures. The team has notable cross-border expertise, including child relocation and abduction cases.

Strengths

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  • I felt assured throughout the process and the supporting team were helpful when my lawyer was not available, which provided an almost seamless service.

    Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Kelly Sharman
    Band 4Kelly Sharman

    Kelly Sharman

    Kelly Sharman advises clients facing an array of family law issues, including disputes arising from divorce, separation and other family breakdowns. She can also advise on the preparation of nuptial and cohabitation agreements.

    • Kelly is fabulously bright and will do everything with a smile: she is able to keep her cool with difficult clients and opposition without losing her stride.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • Kelly is incredibly experienced and good at advising on the points to pursue and achieve the best outcome for her client.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • She is fantastic with clients and extremely broad in her knowledge.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
  • Band 4Maria Conesa Gonzalez
    Band 4Maria Conesa Gonzalez

    Maria Conesa Gonzalez

    Maria Conesa Gonzalez uses her wealth of experience to advise clients on a range of children disputes. Qualified to practice in both England and Wales and Spain, she often handles cross-border matters such as child abduction and wardship proceedings.

    • Maria brings a lot of energy to her clients, has an amazing knowledge of international law and is a force of nature.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • I rate Maria highly, she's a calming presence and takes the heat out of things.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK
    • Maria always has an eye on the strategy of a case and can cut through the fat. She's also good at instilling confidence in the client and is very calm and solid.

      Family/Matrimonial respondentUK

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