Birketts LLP‘s London family team is headed up by Tom Quinn, a ’smart and assured’ partner whose practice involves multi-jurisdictional cases. Jennifer Headon moved over from the firm’s Chelmsford office in October 2023, and leads the international family law department; she is ‘highly experienced’ in ‘complex asset structures’ including offshore trusts, family businesses, and significant pensions.
Testimonials
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‘The London Team at Birketts is as good as it gets. They are the shining example of a small but incredibly experienced and bespoke family team in a firm which can offer associated commercial and private client support.'
‘Tom Quinn brings with him the experience gained over many years working for the top-ranked 'magic circle' London family law firms. There is nothing he has not seen before, no case too complex and he is very astute tactically.'
‘Their breadth of experience means they can pick up all aspects of a case. They are particularly client and outcome focused which means their advice is always pragmatic and centred on what is best for that particular individual client in their particular circumstances.’
‘Jennifer Headon is highly experienced so can handle complex asset structures and thorny cases with ease. Very calm and cool headed.'
‘Tom Quinn is smart and assured. He gives solid advice, he knows when to fight and when to negotiate.’
‘Jennifer Headon is fiercely attentive to her client’s needs, hungry for the best outcome for them and a joy to work with. She is organised, efficient and pays close attention to detail.'
‘Tom Quinn is a first-class lawyer building an excellent team in London. One to watch.’
‘Birketts offer an excellent service, providing high end advice to a local market. I have been hugely impressed by the manner in which they have carried the client through difficult and complex cases.'
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The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tom Quinn, Jennifer Headon