Simkins LLP has ‘an excellent niche family law practice’, with an emphasis on asset protection and preservation work for high-net-worth individuals through nuptial agreements and financial disputes, often advising cohabiting unmarried couples. Team head Deborah Jeff regularly advises clients in the music industry. Flora Grossman joined the firm from Blake Morgan LLP in May 2024.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Simkins have an excellent niche family law practice, punching considerably above its weight with the cases and clients that it handles.’

  • ‘Deborah Jeffs is a savvy and experienced operator who understands cases extremely well and gives sensible advice to clients early on.’

  • ‘Excellent knowledge and experience. Providing industry leaders in different areas of law.’

  • ‘Deborah Jeff is exceptional in the care and compassion she extends to her clients, alongside the deep subject matter expertise she possesses.’

  • ‘A solid firm which has everything under control.’

  • ‘Deborah Jeff displays excellent client management and is very organised.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Deborah Jeff

Other key lawyers

Flora Grossman, Jessica Keal