Practising exclusively in family law for over three decades, Joanne is founder of this specialist law firm established in 2010 and a solicitor with an exceptionally strong reputation for her work in this field. She offers pragmatic, constructive, and individualised advice to help clients find the best way forward in a variety of family and matrimonial cases, with a particular specialism in high-net-worth, financial remedy proceedings. Her cases have been heard at the High Court, and often deals with issues relating to business assets, family trusts, ringfencing assets and international aspects. She has also led reported cases on international children law matters. Joanne is a trained collaborative lawyer and member of Resolution which highlights her dedication to working with families, individuals, and fellow professionals to resolve issues in a constructive way without having to resort to court action unless absolutely necessary.

Qualifying as a solicitor in 1998 and practising in family law ever since, Julian is a highly-regarded and talented family specialist. Partner and Head of the Family Department at this Brighton based law firm, he advises on a broad spectrum of matters including high value and complex divorce and separation, particularly with trusts and pension issues, cohabitation disputes and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and living together agreements. A trained mediator and one of the first solicitors in the area to become a trained collaborative lawyer, Julian is focused on constructive negotiations and attempts to steer his clients away from the court process. However, he is well equipped to deal with complex and contentious issues in a calm, focused and if necessary, a robust manner. Recognised in The Legal 500 and ranked in Chambers UK, Julian is described as “a great communicator” with “solid knowledge of his field”.

With formidable negotiating skills and a strong track record in a range of family matters, Linda is a highly accomplished family law expert and founder of this specialist family law firm serving the Brighton area and beyond. She has dealt with a wide range of cases, from the straightforward to the highly complex, guiding her clients through separation, civil partnership dissolution, divorce, cohabitation disputes, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, living together agreements, complex financial disputes, and child arrangement applications. A member of Resolution and a keen advocate for alternative dispute resolution – she is a trained mediator, collaborative lawyer and children arbitrator – Linda is committed to resolving disputes with the minimum of conflict when possible. However, if court action appears to be the only reasonable option, she will adopt a firm stance in order to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. Linda is a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, Brightpod and Sussex Family Solutions and the Family Mediators Association.

Known for being empathetic and persistent in supporting clients to achieve the best outcome they can, Henna is a highly regarded family lawyer and divorce solicitor who offers advice on a range of matters including divorce and financial settlements, domestic violence and occupation disputes, pre-nuptial agreements and cohabitation issues. Her specialism is children cases – both public and private proceedings – and she represents parents and family members on child arrangements, prohibited steps orders and specific issue orders (including change of name, relocation, waiving consent on medical procedures and travelling abroad). Her children work also includes cases involving Local Authorities, such as care proceedings, special guardianship, parental responsibility, child removal orders including orders for interim care, supervision orders, emergency protection and permanent orders for adoption. A skilled advocate, Henna provides representation in court proceedings and takes on both privately paying and legally aided clients. She is fluent in Hindi and Urdu.

Known for providing excellent care and guiding clients through the legal process with the utmost ease and reassurance, Karen is an experienced and committed family law specialist and Partner at the firm. She represents clients in all areas of family law including divorce, complex financial matters, involving non-disclosure, dissipation of assets, and pre/post acquired wealth, injunctions, and children matters. Karen also has significant knowledge and experience in injunctive proceedings – both non-molestation and occupation orders – as well as working with vulnerable parties requiring the appointment of a Litigation Friend. She is a member of Resolution and a qualified collaborative practitioner and is committed to the constructive resolution of family disputes.

Emma is Head of the Family Department at this Brighton firm and specialises in cases involving children, including contact and residence disputes, relocation cases and matters involving social services. In care proceedings, she represents parents, grandparents and other family members and is a specialist in cases concerning complex medical evidence relating to non-accidental injuries and sexual abuse cases where there are virologic issues. Emma also has specific expertise in cases involving international/jurisdictional aspects including Hague and non-Hague abduction cases, child welfare or safeguarding issues and also those where clients have specific learning needs or there are Court of Protection issues. Emma’s key objective is to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients, to minimise conflict, to be transparent and to run her cases with a focus on the best interests of any relevant children. She is a member of Resolution, an accredited mediator and a member of the Association of Lawyers for Children.

Astute and pragmatic, Susan is recognised as one of the area’s leading family lawyers with a successful 30 year track record of resolving family and matrimonial disputes. Partner and Head of the Family department, she has dealt with a wide range of cases, from the straightforward to the highly complex, guiding her clients through divorce, civil partnership dissolution or cohabitation breakdown as well as advising on pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and matters relating to children. A trained mediator and collaborative lawyer as well as a member of Resolution, Susan offers clients the opportunity to resolve matters outside the court process, enabling couples to reach a constructive settlement through joint face-to-face meetings with their lawyers.

Passionate about the benefit of resolving family and matrimonial issues constructively and amicably, Jo is an accomplished family law solicitor, accredited mediator and collaborative practitioner. She founded her own specialist family law firm in 2011 in order to bring together a network of lawyers, mediators, therapists, parenting experts and financial advisors to work collaboratively to support her clients in reaching long-term, workable solutions. Jo is able to provide advice and representation on a wide range of family law issues including divorce, separation, the associated financial and children disputes, cohabitee issues and nuptial agreements. She is a longstanding member of Resolution, as well as Chair of the East Sussex branch of Resolution and is appointed to The Law Society Family Law Committee. Jo takes a supportive and non-confrontational approach to her role as family solicitor, providing clients with a personal and tailored service.

Known as an understanding and sensitive family lawyer, Donna is able to handle difficult situations that can arise in family proceedings and has mastered a firm but fair approach within negotiations. She offers advice in a range of situations, including matters relating to divorce, civil partnership dissolution, property, pension and financial issues, cohabitee disputes, child arrangements, and domestic abuse cases. As well as her experience and knowledge in family law, Donna also deals with probate and the administration of estates, as well as personal injury litigation.

Praised for her efficiency, calm approach and extensive knowledge of family law, Brigitte is an accomplished divorce lawyer and family solicitor. With a successful track record spanning over 20 years, she is instructed on a variety of matters including divorce, dissolution of a civil partnership, financial settlements, and children matters including residence, contact, specific issues and removal from the jurisdiction. Brigitte is also able to advise on and draft separation agreements, pre-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. A Resolution member, she seeks to establish a constructive working relationship in order to reach long term workable solutions for her clients and their children.

Founder and Managing Partner of this highly acclaimed, forward thinking law firm, Paul has secured his place as one of the area’s most sought after family solicitors. With an abundance of knowledge and experience in the field of family law, he is able to advise on the full spectrum of matters including divorce, separation, financial settlements, children law, cohabitee issues and pre-nuptial agreements. Popular amongst clients, Paul combines excellent legal knowledge with great empathy, and is committed to achieving a fair outcome for his clients, minimising disputes and costs where possible. If court proceedings are instigated, he is a strong and confident litigator. Valued for his responsiveness, professionalism and honesty, Paul’s strong reputation and reviews are a testament to his ability to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients.

Highly proficient at tackling any divorce or family issue, Anna is recognised as one of the leading family lawyers in the Brighton area. With over 30 years’ experience, she provides assistance with a range of matters including divorce and associated financial and property disputes, children cases, including adoption and special guardianship, cohabitee disputes and claims under the Trust of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996. Anna is accredited as a specialist in complex lower income financial remedies and private children law by Resolution, as well as offering collaborative law services as an alternative to the court process.