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Levison Meltzer Pigott (LMP) is one of the UK’s leading firms of solicitors specialising in all aspects of family law. Founded in 1998, LMP was one of the first niche solicitors’ practices specialising exclusively in this practice area. 


LMP has always been at the forefront of legal developments in family law and offers, as areas of expertise, a sound track record in divorce and separation, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, paternity disputes, civil partnerships, cohabitation and the rights of unmarried couples together with all issues relating to children. 

The firm’s lawyers are particularly experienced in complex financial cases including those involving the treatment of trusts, pensions, property, Inheritance Act Applications and business interests.


International cases are a speciality with several of the partners members of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL). This gives the firm access to an established network of divorce specialists in other jurisdictions as well as a great deal of experience and knowledge in cross jurisdictional matters. 


The strong emphasis on work with complex financial and international aspects, includes the location of hidden assets, defending and challenging trust structures and complicated jurisdictional disputes.

The partners also regularly put to use alternative forms of dispute resolution such as mediation, collaborative law and arbitration.

The firm is acknowledged for its high level of client care and discretion 

Chambers Review

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Family/Matrimonial Finance: Ultra High Net Worth - London (Firms)
4
Band 4
What the Team is Known For

Levison Meltzer Pigott regularly advises affluent clients on complex divorce proceedings and marital agreements.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jeremy Levison
S
Jeremy Levison
S
Senior Statespeople

Jeremy Levison is well-versed in handling complex and high-value family matters.

"Jeremy's talent is superlative. He has enormous charm and magnetism with his clients."

"Jeremy is quality, fabulous, a real gentleman and really knowledgable."

Simon Pigott
1
Simon Pigott
1
Band 1

Simon Pigott is a highly regarded family lawyer who advises high net worth clients on a broad range of family matters, including divorce proceedings. He is also noted for his mediation expertise.

"Simon is extremely personable and able to get unreasonable clients to change course."

"Simon has a real command of the room, and his clients really value and trust him."

"Simon is a go-to mediator for difficult cases. He's calm, measured, authoritative and clients like him. He's the go-to mediator for complex financial matters."

Alison Hayes
5
Alison Hayes
5
Band 5

Alison Hayes advises wealthy international clients on matrimonial finance issues.

"Alison Hayes is excellent."

Benjamin Stowe
5
Benjamin Stowe
5
Band 5

Benjamin Stowe focuses his practice on divorce and children matters.

"Ben is a younger partner who is making a name for himself."

Kate Stovold
5
Kate Stovold
5
Band 5

Kate Stovold advises high net worth clients on a wide array of family matters, including divorce and nuptial agreements.

"Kate is a future superstar partner. She is client-focused and exceedingly diligent."

"Kate is extremely efficient, conscientious and 100% reliable."

"Kate is a strong and personable lawyer who has her client's best interests at the forefront of her mind."

Lucy Hoare
Lucy Hoare
Associates to watch

A recent addition to the Levison Meltzer Pigott team, Lucy Hoare assists her clients with a broad range of matters in family law.

"Lucy is an astute, quick thinker who is invaluable to the team."

"Lucy is excellent and all over the detail."

"Lucy is a sound lawyer who has got a lot of experience."

Ranked Lawyers at
Levison Meltzer Pigott

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London (Firms)

Family/Matrimonial Finance: High Net Worth

Alison Hayes
5
Alison Hayes
5
Band 5
Benjamin Stowe
5
Benjamin Stowe
5
Band 5
Kate Stovold
5
Kate Stovold
5
Band 5
Lucy Hoare
Lucy Hoare
Associates to watch
Family/Matrimonial Finance: Ultra High Net Worth

Jeremy Levison
S
Jeremy Levison
S
Senior Statespeople
Simon Pigott
1
Simon Pigott
1
Band 1
Family/Matrimonial: Mediators

Simon Pigott
Simon Pigott
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