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Samantha Hillas KC

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Family: Matrimonial Finance

Northern (Bar)

6 years ranked

Family/Matrimonial: Non-Court Dispute Resolution

All Circuits

1 year ranked

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Family: Matrimonial Finance - Northern (Bar)

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Samantha Hillas KC is well regarded for her expertise in handling notable matrimonial finance cases, often of considerable value. She routinely handles cases involving trusts, commercial entities and bankruptcy matters. Additionally, her expertise extends to Schedule 1 cases.

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Family/Matrimonial: Non-Court Dispute Resolution - All Circuits

Band 2
Individual Editorial

Samantha Hillas KC regularly oversees complex financial family cases and has vast experience as an arbitrator and Private FDR judge. She is particularly well respected on the Northern Circuit.

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Strengths

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  • Sam is exceptional for client service and her ability to instil confidence in the most challenging cases. She is robust, pragmatic and commercially minded.

    Family: Matrimonial FinanceUK Bar

  • The most charismatic advocate you will ever see.

    Family: Matrimonial FinanceUK Bar

  • A powerhouse of a litigator and totally unflappable.

    Family: Matrimonial FinanceUK Bar

  • A stunning advocate and an absolute pleasure to deal with.

    Family: Matrimonial FinanceUK Bar

  • Sam is very approachable, friendly and no nonsense. Sam provides very clear advice and is a strong advocate.

    Family: Matrimonial FinanceUK Bar

  • She is unbelievably down to earth, charming and persuasive.

    Family/Matrimonial: Non-Court Dispute ResolutionUK Bar

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