Priya Palanivel

Whilst a hugely experienced litigator, Priya is an astute negotiator, and is committed to finding creative solutions for her clients, whatever their family law needs, in the least adversarial way, where possible.

Priya has built a practice in complex family finance involving both married and unmarried couples, often with an international element, as well as advising on marital agreements with complex asset structures, such as trust structures and complex businesses. Priya has also built a reputation for advising on highly contentious children matters. Priya is known for not shying away from the tough issues, but does so in an empathetic and focused way.

Priya qualified in 2005, and was made up to partner in 2017, having worked primarily in boutique specialist family law firms.

Priya is an active member of Resolution, and sits on the standards committee, as well as being an assessor for the Specialist Accreditation in Complex Finance.

Priya Palanivel is described in the legal directories as a “stand out lawyer”, with a complete understanding of what her clients need, supporting them tirelessly. Priya is described as understanding how to manage complex family litigation.

Priya is often instructed by entrepreneurs, founders, professionals, private individuals as well as their spouses/partners.