Prettys Solicitors LLP joins the ranking this year and is ‘a cut above the rest', according to clients. ’They were interested, creative, consultative, and did not take a cookie-cutter approach to their work', say clients of head of personal law Georgie Hall and head of family Georgina Rayment. The firm frequently handles complex financial cases, some involving international aspects, whether assets are modest or in the multimillion-pound range, and is also adept in matters involving children. Senior associate Victoria Mayhew is one of the few accredited mediators in the region.

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‘We hoped that we would never have to go to family court but when all other options had been extinguished, my wife and I spent many weeks trying to find the right solicitor. Prettys was a cut above the rest. They were interested, creative, consultative, clear with their billing and you could tell from the very first call that they did not take a cookie-cutter approach to their work. I can't recommend them highly enough.’
‘Georgie Hall is a standout lawyer. She has gone above and beyond for us, she is incredibly smart, very calm and strategic and has a wealth of experience. The first time I spoke to Georgie on the phone after meeting five or six lawyers in person, it was a real eureka moment that had we found someone who was both smart and who actually cared and was prepared to immerse herself in this case. We've found this throughout our engagement with her.'
‘Georgina Rayment is very efficient and determined and supportive. I look forward to seeing how she will represent me in court but I have every confidence in her.’
‘Victoria Mayhew is very understanding and reassuring.’
'Georgie Hall is empathetic and helped us see the bigger picture in the times where we were struggling to do so. She has guided us through the points where it felt like all was against us, and calmly moved the pendulum back our way through careful thought and strategy. Sometimes it was very hard and she was sensitive to that.'
'Georgie Hall listened and explained and held our hands through all of it. We spoke to many people who tried to tell us to not use a solicitor and just spend money on a barrister. We are absolutely clear that we would never have been able to get through the last few years without Georgie. She has been indispensable. We would not be where we currently are without Georgie and the rest of Prettys.'
‘Georgie Hall goes above and beyond to support her clients. She shows compassion and empathy, whilst also remaining pragmatic and focussed on the goal. She takes the time to explain complex matters to ensure the client understands the situation, and is supportive of the clients position whilst also offering realistic advice.’
‘The whole family team is amazing and care about their clients very much.’