England - London • Private client
Simons Muirhead Burton
At Simons Muirhead Burton, Jane McDonagh leads the family law department, which regularly acts for high-net-worth individuals who are often successful entrepreneurs or individuals in the media and entertainment industries. In addition, McDonagh has strong links with Middle Eastern countries, as well as Pakistan, Ukraine, and Switzerland. Tom Farley-Hills is experienced in high-value, complex financial issues arising from divorce and separation, which often involve overseas and offshore elements. Tessa Bray has a wealth of experience in drafting pre and post-nuptial agreements.
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‘Tom Farley-Hills has excellent judgment and runs a fantastic team.'
‘Jane McDonagh is bright, great on the law, highly personable and diligent. She is extremely dedicated to her clients'.
‘Tessa Bray is brilliant. Her approach is always refreshing. She is straightforward, collaborative and extremely hard working. She is also very human and always open to seeing things from a different perspective.'
‘SMB is a truly excellent firm. They are an excellent team with top-notch work.'
‘Tessa Bray is tough yet bright and fair. A truly stellar lawyer.'
'Jane McDonagh leads the team with aplomb, and is an engaging and delightful person to deal with.'
Tom Farley-Hills is excellent; bright and calm in equal measure.’
- 'The team is importantly human, personable, available and responsive. Great ability to listen, empathise, and come up with possible ideas.'
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Jane McDonagh