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The Family Law Practice

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : South West

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The Family Law Practice

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Family/Matrimonial - South West

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The Family Law Practice in Bristol focuses on handling matrimonial finance issues arising from relationship breakdowns, primarily advising high net worth clients. The group often takes on matters with complex issues relating to trusts and property portfolios. The firm also advises on private children cases, including removal from the jurisdiction and child arrangement orders. The team additionally offers collaboration and mediation services.

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Strengths

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  • They have a brilliant team.

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  • They deal with cases promptly and efficiently.

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  • The team are committed, hard-working and sensible.

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  • They offer a personal approach, great attention to detail, great communication and the ability to navigate sensitive issues.

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  • Although the firm has quickly grown, it is still able to offer that all-important personal touch to its clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ashley Palminteri
    Ashley Palminteri

    Ashley Palminteri

    Ashley Palminteri is adept at handling financial remedy proceedings and frequently represents high net worth individuals.

    • Ashley Palminteri is at the top of his game in the matrimonial finance area. He attracts heavyweight work and is a fantastic litigator.

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    • Ashley is industrious, commercially minded and never one to shy away from making difficult decisions in complex cases. He is a real force to be reckoned with.

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    • I felt very secure with Ashley in the background overseeing my case. He was not fazed by anything, and he helped navigate difficult circumstances and set and explain a strategy.

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  • Elizabeth Bruce
    Elizabeth Bruce

    Elizabeth Bruce

    Elizabeth Bruce regularly advises on financial remedy proceedings and has further experience in private law children cases. She is also adept at TOLATA proceedings and cases involving mediation.

    • Elizabeth has a razor-sharp mind and the ability to bring complex issues into clear focus.

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    • She's excellent and very thorough.

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    • Her approach is client-focused and solution-oriented. She is flexible to the clients' needs and is a pleasure to work with.

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    • Elizabeth is an experienced and highly skilled lawyer.

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  • Mark Sage
    Mark Sage

    Mark Sage

    Mark Sage frequently advises on financial remedy proceedings involving multiple jurisdictions and also assists with private law children cases.

    • He has a real ability to take the heat out of difficult dynamics in a case and to work collaboratively for the benefit of the parties.

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    • Mark ensures that clients receive the highest standard of service at every stage of the case.

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    • He brings a calm authority to every case he handles and makes the client feel totally at ease.

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    • Mark provides a good team atmosphere so that clients feels supported.

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    • Mark is a very user-friendly individual and a safe pair of hands.

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  • Charlotte King
    Charlotte King

    Charlotte King

    Charlotte King is adept at handling financial remedy proceedings and private children matters, including cross-border cases.

    • A real rising star who demonstrates sound judgement and works tirelessly to achieve the best outcome for her clients.

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    • She is conscientious, pragmatic and sensible.

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    • Charlotte had great client communication, which helped me feel informed and involved.

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