Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP has an ‘enormously talented group of individuals of all seniorities’. The family law department is ably co-led by Kim Beatson and Sarah Hughes, and the group frequently handles complex, high-value financial matters. Additionally, the practice has an excellent reputation for its work on complex Children Act cases. Other areas of focus for the team include advising on Schedule 1 and TOLATA cases and on pre and post-nuptial agreements. David Emmerson is also a well-regarded team member. Nazia Rashid has left the practice to join Rayden Solicitors in September 2022.

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'David Emmerson offers excellent advice coupled with a perfect bedside manner for those who want to separate without fuss or drama. In more contentious cases he will withstand the most heated of disputes for his clients, and can be trusted to navigate any storm.'
'David Emmerson and Kim Beatson's breadth of knowledge is extraordinary. They are supported in particular by Fiona Lyon, Ruth Omoregie.'
‘Absolutely at the top of their game year in year out. Partners Kim Beatson and David Emmerson lead the way in their solution focussed approach offering the full range of services, including legal advice, representation in court, mediation, collaborative practice, and early neutral evaluation.'
'What singles them out, particularly in central London, is their willingness to work towards solutions. There is no grandstanding and no nonsense.'
‘Kim Beatson and David Emmerson are experienced, unflappable, and both are an entirely safe pair of hands.'
‘David Emmerson is outstanding. The team is diverse and looks after a wide client base, including many LGBTQIA+ individuals.'
'Every solicitor in the team that I have dealt with has been brilliant. They are my number one go-to firm for recommending anyone in need of a solicitor. Ruth Omoregie is simply fantastic. Her cases are prepared meticulously and her drafting of witness statements is outstanding.'
‘Fiona Lyon lives and breathes family law; she is at the cutting edge of new developments. A staunch advocate for her clients who gives her everything to a case.'