Benest & Syvret
Client SatisfactionBenest & Syvret specialises in all manner of ancillary relief proceedings, including those tied to pre- and post-nuptial agreements and divorces, and are particularly well versed in complex cases pertaining to children, including Hague Convention matters. Nina Benest heads the team, bringing to bear considerable experience in mediation and FDR processes, while also acting for children on behalf of the Jersey Children’s Panel. Clare Woodhouse also handles child law matters and is further able to act for clients in divorce proceedings.
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Testimonials
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- 'The whole B&S team is personable and engaged.'
- 'Clear that Nina Benest is focused on her clients and their needs during stressful times and is able to give clear advice and support to assist them to make progress.'
- 'A local firm with a personal and modern twist, who cares about their clients and takes pride in providing their clients with the best possible service. I found Benest & Syvret a lot more eager to go that extra mile in order to help their clients compared to other local firms.'
- 'Both Nina Benest and Clare Woodhouse are extremely sympathetic and understanding and were a huge help in me obtaining the result I wanted. Their willingness to never give up and to keep going was greatly appreciated.'
- 'The team at Benest & Syvret comes across as kind, very experienced and calm, which is wonderful since often the client feels uneducated in legal matters and totally in their hands.'
- 'Clare Woodhouse is a very human lawyer - she sees a client and the emotions that they are feeling and helps and proceeds accordingly.'
- 'Very professional, compassionate and friendly. No judgment.'
- 'Claire Woodhouse felt comfortable to talk and be honest to. I felt no judgment. Very empathetic too.'
Key clients
- Carlos Fernandes
Work highlights
- Instructed by the Children's Panel to act for children in a case requiring an emergency protection order subsequent interim care orders.
- Acted for a client in defending an application by her ex-husband to vary child maintenance.
- Advised a client on a separation agreement in lieu of a divorce.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nina Benest