Vicki McLynn
"Professional"
Slater Heelis
Hertford
Standing out in the field of family law with a career spanning over two decades, Vicki is an exceptional family solicitor and Partner at this widely regarded multidisciplinary law firm. Renowned for her expertise in complex cases, she provides advice and representation on divorce, separation, children matters, issues of domestic abuse and concerns around drugs and alcohol within families. Vicki is also extremely well-versed in negotiating financial settlements, often involving substantial assets and complex financial relationships, always striving to reach the best settlements for her clients. Often representing and protecting prominent clients and their children from media attention, she prides herself on her excellent level of service, offering empathy, sensitivity, and discretion alongside expert legal advice. Vicki is recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 and noted in Chambers & Partners and City Wealth as a leading matrimonial and family lawyer. She is also a regular contributor to print and broadcast media on topical family law issues.
The firm is very professional in handling my case with a terrific result. Highly recommended if you ever need a skilled and competent lawyer.
Antoinette Doyle
Martin Shepherd Solicitors
Hertford
Starting her career at the firm in 1988, Antoinette is now Managing Partner and specialises in family law matters. An experienced negotiator, she has considerable expertise in judicial separation, divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, separation agreements, arrangements for children and finances, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, domestic violence and Schedule 1 Children Act applications. Antoinette is a member of Resolution, and her approach is to try to achieve amicable solutions and to protect family relationships through negotiation. However, she is also prepared to assist her clients in the court system, should that prove necessary in order to achieve the best possible results. Antoinette is valued for her empathy and understanding combined with her ability to offer robust, practical solutions, making her a favourite amongst her clients.
Belinda Strange
Attwaters Jameson Hill
Hertford
A keen supporter of alternate dispute resolution options as a way of resolving family and matrimonial issues, Belinda is known as a compassionate, fair and dedicated family law specialist. She recognises the stress and turmoil that a relationship breakdown can bring to a family and with over 20 years’ experience, she is well placed to devise creative solutions that help to overcome conflict. Head of the Family Team, she provides advice to married and unmarried couples on divorce, separation, financial issues and disputes over property and child arrangements. Belinda works closely with expert accountants, actuaries and surveyors who provide advice on all aspects of financial matters arising from the end of a relationship. She is also able to offer assistance to couples building a future together in the form of cohabitation agreements and pre-nuptial agreements. As a committed member of Resolution and encouraging resolution by way of mediation, arbitration or the collaborative approach, Belinda is keen to resolve disputes with the minimum of conflict when possible.
Tracey Dargan
"Efficient"
Longmores Solicitors
Hertford
Noted as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 and described as “the head, the heart and soul of the family department, Tracey is a highly skilled and considered family and matrimonial law specialist. A Partner at the firm and heading up the Divorce and Family Law department, she supports individuals in unravelling the legal, financial and practical ties when a relationship breaks down. Tracey is particularly well versed in complex financial cases, as well as resolving arrangements relating to children and their upbringing. She is also able to assist with wealth protection matters including the negotiation and drafting of cohabitation agreements and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. With a trusted network of professionals to call upon to support her clients, including counsellors, divorce coaches, specialist barristers, forensic accountants, financial advisors and pension actuaries, Tracey prides herself on being able to offer a fully-inclusive service to her clients that meets their legal, emotional and financial needs.
Very efficient and helpful
Frances Bedbrook-Kelly
"Professional"
Garden House Solicitors
Hertford
Highly valued for offering honest, jargon-free advice, Frances is committed to achieving the best possible outcome for her clients in all family law matters. Qualifying as a solicitor in 1997, she deals with a range of issues including divorce, separation, financial settlements, domestic violence, and child-related matters including care proceedings, as well as advising on pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation and civil partnership agreements. A longstanding member of Resolution, Frances aims to reach an amicable and fair result for her clients with the best interests of any children at the forefront of decision making. If required, she is able to conduct her own advocacy in order to provide continuity and offer a cost effective service.
Great people with professional understanding.
Slavica Stricevic
"Friendly"
Manor Law Family Solicitors
Hertford
Founder and Managing Director of this thriving specialist family law firm, Slavica has practised in family law for over 20 years across the full range of family related matters. She is committed to navigating her clients through the breakdown of a relationship and advises on divorce, separation, financial arrangements and cases relating to children. As a dedicated member of Resolution, Slavica offers a holistic approach to resolving family disputes, appreciating that families do not just need a legal solution, but care and support to enable all parties to move forward with their lives. Her clients have described her as having a “phenomenal ability to deal with people” and she brings warmth and compassion to each of her cases.
They were extremely helpful and were able to breakdown my situation so that I had a lot More clarity on what my next steps were going to be. Were very friendly and gave me all the time I needed. Could not fault them and will be using them again for whatever I may need in the future!
Louise Allard
"Caring"
Allard Bailey Family Law
Hertford
Founder and Joint Managing Partner of this specialist family law firm, Louise is passionate about supporting families through one of the most challenging times of their lives with dignity and respect. Representing a range of clients including city professionals, company directors, CEOs, entrepreneurs and their spouses, she provides expert advice on divorce, separation, children disputes, adoption, surrogacy and domestic abuse. Her work also involves wealth protection in the form of pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. As a member of Resolution, Louise will guide clients around conflict if possible, opting for a conciliatory approach to reach a fair agreement, but will always represent them tenaciously in order to achieve the best possible outcome.
Very helpful, compassionate and understanding firm.
Vicki McLynn
Slater Heelis
1St Floor Crossgate House, 47-55 Cross Street, Sale, M33 7FT, England
Antoinette Doyle
Martin Shepherd Solicitors
Maple House, High Street, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 5BS, England
Belinda Strange
Attwaters Jameson Hill
72-74 Fore Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire SG14 1BY, UK
Tracey Dargan
Longmores Solicitors
24 Castle St, Hertford SG14 1HP
Frances Bedbrook-Kelly
Garden House Solicitors
23 London Rd, Hertford SG13 7LG
Slavica Stricevic
Manor Law Family Solicitors
Second Floor, 95 Fore Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1AS, England
Louise Allard
Allard Bailey Family Law
138, 3 Waterhouse Square, London EC1N 2SW, UK