‘A quality firm with excellent representation’, Branch Austin McCormick LLP is headed up by ‘experienced litigator’ Saika Alam, working with Julius Brookman, whose expertise is in international matters. Caroline Ford is noted for her non-court dispute resolution skills, and the team gained solicitor and mediator Robyn Allardice-Bourne in December 2023.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Julius Brookman is always available, he gives great advice with a thorough understanding of the court system, he is always good humoured and patient, takes time to explain things and I feel he genuinely cares about a good outcome for all of us.'

  • ‘Branch Austin LLP are beginning to assemble a collection of fine family lawyers who have a natural commitment to non court dispute resolution.'

  • ‘Saika Alam is an experienced litigator and collaborative practitioner that always gives good sound advice.'

  • 'Robyn Allardice-Bourne is a charismatic family lawyer with a good reputation for TOLATA and Sch 1 cases.'
  • ‘Caroline Ford is always firmly in her clients corner. Her case preparation is meticulous. She leaves no stone unturned. She is also very personable and quickly wins the confidence of others.’

  • ‘This is a boutique firm with excellent representation.'

  • ‘A dedicated and hardworking team, Branch Austin LLP is skilled in a variety of areas of law with specialists in all fields.’

  • ‘Saika Alam makes sure there are no stones left unturned and is thorough and detailed in her consideration of all matters and all papers.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Saika Alam

Other key lawyers

Julius Brookman, Caroline Ford, Robyn Allardice-Bourne