Chambers Review
Provided by Chambers
Family/Matrimonial - North East
What the Team is Known For
Strengths
Very clear processes, and I felt I had strong backing during an extremely difficult time in my life. That in itself is worth its weight in gold.
My case was a sensitive subject and I felt supported in the right way in a safe environment.
They are extremely helpful throughout the process and always available to answer additional questions as and when they may arise.
Notable practitioners
Joanne is excellent in all areas.
Joanne has an extremely strong reputation in family law in the region as both an adviser and leader of the team.
She is an outstanding lawyer.
Lucinda Connell has experience handling financial remedy matters, often with an international element. She heads the firm's divorce and finance team.
Lucinda is an exceptionally astute and, where necessary, tenacious lawyer. You definitely want Lucinda in your corner.
Anna Hunter is a trained collaborative lawyer who advises on a broad range of financial provision and private children matters.
Anna is brilliant. She has been thorough and effective throughout, and completely supportive during a very elongated process.
Sam Carter is particularly skilled at handling matters related to children, including child relocation and Hague Convention cases.
He is an asset to the industry on every level.
Sam was experienced and very measured in his approach, leading us to feel that we were in safe hands.
Calvin Walker frequently assists with financial remedy proceedings, with notable experience on cross-border mandates.
An outstandingly bright, highly accomplished lawyer. He is undoubtedly a rising star!