Ranking tables

Family/Matrimonial | UK Bar

Scotland (Bar)

This section is split into two tables, Family: Matrimonial Finance and Family: Children. We also have a small spotlight table highlighting those barristers who have specialist skill in handling the trusts aspects of matrimonial finance cases (Family/Matrimonial: Trusts/Tax Experts). Family: Matrimonial Finance: This section deals with issues surrounding the inception and breakdown of personal relationships. This includes the creation of pre-nuptial / civil partnership / co-habitation agreements relating to financial and property assets, the resolution of divorces or separations involving financial and property disputes. Family: Children: This section encompasses the handling of matters relating to children in the context of both public and private law. These include matters of proper care provision for vulnerable children, as well as cases of abduction, non-accidental injury and abuse.

Rankings overview for Sets

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  1. Arnot Manderson

All Sets profiles

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Band 1

  1. Westwater Advocates
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    Westwater Advocates
    Family/Matrimonial
    2026 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked

    Westwater Advocates is widely considered to be the go-to stable for the full spectrum of family law matters. Its members are highly regarded for complex, high-value provisions matters including those with overseas and farming assets. The stable is also very well respected for its work in child care proceedings involving inter-UK care orders and disputes around contact and child arrangements. Sources note that Westwater Advocates has "hugely experienced, understanding and pragmatic advocates" who "provide calm, concise and assured advice." Members regularly act in leading cases and appear at all levels of court, including the Sheriff Court, Court of Session and Supreme Court.

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Band 2

  1. Arnot Manderson
    Family/Matrimonial
    2026 | Band 2