Specialist family law practice John Hooper & Co is based in Nottingham and comes recommended for fielding ‘a team of professionals who excel at what they do’. The group acts for both divorcing spouses and separating cohabitees, as well as handling children cases, financial disputes, non-molestation orders, and personal and financial protection. Founder John Hooper is a family law specialist, noted for his expertise when it comes to divorce and high-worth financial disputes between spouses and cohabitees as well as financial applications under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989. Yasmine Roff is a key name for financial remedy cases, including those involving intervenors, offshore trusts and corporate assets.

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  • ‘Yasmine Roff is exactly what you want in a matrimonial solicitor. She is very approachable and user-friendly but absolutely razor-sharp. One who really punches above her weight. ’

  • ‘Their attention to detail is exemplary, every person in the team knows my name and can respond immediately to any request I have. All my dealings with the firm have been handled with professionalism, discretion and care.’

  • ‘From the initial meeting with the John Hooper team my lawyer, Yasmine Roff has been superb. I can say wholeheartedly that she guided me through the divorce process with both skill and care, taking control of extremely difficult issues calmly and kindly.’

  • ‘I felt heard and looked after and everyone had my interests at heart, something I needed when going through a tricky divorce. When I had my first meeting with John Hooper he listened to my story, was genuinely interested and wanted to help. I got the advice I needed, and the support along the way from receptionist to solicitor. I’m so grateful that I chose this firm to represent me.’

  • ‘Highly professional, attentive but with a down-to-earth approach that means we can discuss our case as normal people before providing excellent legal representation.’

  • ‘John Hooper is a small Family Law practice with a very personal touch. From the outset, the approach is to listen and support the client through well-considered and measured advice. It is not a corporate so the emphasis is on the client and client's needs. The supporting staff are pleasant and efficient and the atmosphere is professional, yet welcoming and respectful. They come across as a team that works together and enjoys doing so.’

  • 'A small team of professionals who excel at what they do.'

  • ‘Individually they have been supportive, kind and caring. Keeping me up to date, where needed explaining the processes simply and checking I understood.’

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John Hooper

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Yasmine Roff