Louise Barretto heads up the family team at Russells Solicitors, regularly acting for high-profile clients in the media industry and the arts more broadly. Barretto’s particular expertise lies in cases involving narcissistic behaviour and coercive control, and connected parental alienation. Carol Ellinas is ‘a star to have in your corner’, and David Hodgson‘s ’legal knowledge is second to none‘. The team is also noted for its work advising on nuptial agreements for same-sex couples.
Testimonials
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‘Carol Ellinas has a wealth of experience, great instincts and no-nonsense approach - a star to have in your corner.’
‘The team has extensive experience in the field and are particularly good at client management - managing expectations in particular and with difficult clients.’
‘David Hodgson is good humoured, down to earth and always searching for a practical solution. David's legal knowledge is second to none. It is a pleasure to have David on a case.’
‘Louise Barretto is an excellent solicitor who is very professional, compassionate and clear in her approach.’
‘Carol Ellinas and her team were very empathetic, always on top of things that were relevant and important and were totally on point when instructing the correct barrister to deal with matters at court.'
‘Louise Barretto is amazing, caring, honest and fully versed in narcissistic behaviours. She is brave when you cannot be. She is very dedicated, knowledgeable and innovative. An amazing human being.'
- 'Melissa Hutter is a caring and smart new solicitor but works as if she has a lot of experience. She is calm and confident and a great support in court.’
‘David Hodgson is very experienced and knowledgeable and I always have the utmost confidence in his advice. Just as importantly, he is very empathetic and always understands my point of view and experience. I would not hesitate to recommend him.’
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Louise Barretto