A ‘first choice for those seeking a family lawyer in the most difficult and sensitive of cases’, Stephensons Solicitors LLP is noted for the near unparalleled scale of its private and public family law and children mandates. Team head Victoria Gethin is revered for her ability to handle complex cases requiring liaisons with foreign bodies, applying for unique protective orders and personal data, and challenges to human rights violations. Gethin manages an ’expanding department’ which is also geared to act on high-value matrimonial finance matters, with Emma Roberts an expert on both pre-nuptial and postnuptial agreements and cohabitation law, as well as being a port of call for unmarried couples seeking advice post-separation. Tim Galbraith continues to act on court proceedings regarding complex issues such as child relocation and non-accidental injuries, while Jackie Price is highlighted for her excellence in cases requiring psychological and medical assessments.
Testimonials
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‘Stephensons have a team of highly experienced and talented solicitors who are considered to be the first choice for those seeking a family lawyer in the most difficult and sensitive of cases. Those instructed by them know that the case will have been well prepared with a high level of client care. They bring professionalism to all aspects of their dealing with other solicitors, their clients and when instructing counsel.’
‘Stephensons family law department is one of the strongest in the UK with an extensive amount of legal experience but what sets them out is the fact they all really care. They are hugely passionate about each and every care they deal with across the spectrum of work they cover. Their Head of Department Victoria Gethin is very highly regarded and viewed as one of the best in the business. Their attention to detail, case preparation and client care is without fault.’
Key clients
- Lancashire County Council
- Derbyshire County Council
Work highlights
- Instructed by a children’s guardian to represent the child in a complex medical case.