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They are very much set up for dealing with high-value, complex matters.
Family/Matrimonial respondentUKThey tend to deal with complex financial matters for clients and they do so superbly. Everyone I work with is excellent and work tirelessly towards the betterment of their clients' cases.
Family/Matrimonial respondentUKThe team has professional performers who go the extra mile. They are outstanding.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
James Maguire
Firm founder and managing director James Maguire is a respected family practitioner with experience in both children matters and matrimonial finance. He is additionally experienced in jurisdictional disputes in international divorces. James is very personable and approachable, and he knows exactly what he's doing.
Family/Matrimonial respondentUKJames always gives spot-on advice and does not shy away from the fight.
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Band 4 
Band 4 
Denise Moran
Denise Moran has considerable experience in matrimonial finance cases. She also offers expertise in children law. Denise is excellent and has a nice manner with clients.
Family/Matrimonial respondentUKDenise is very well respected and very solid in her work.
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