‘A team of specialists with strength and breadth in skills and experience levels’, Maguire Family Law is well-regarded for its strong private client offering. A key point of differentiation for the group is its expertise in private child cases where the location or relocation of the child is as stake, including complex proceedings that have had unique developments in the Royal Courts of Justice. James Maguire, who heads the new Altrincham office, draws superlative praise regarding this work, and is truly an expert on child relocation and abduction cases. Henry Venables operates from Knutsford and is a frequent port of call for high-net-worth businesspeople and entrepreneurs interested in financial and wealth management advice, as well as being adept at financial and children-related disputes. Third and final team head, Denise Moran, directs the Wilmslow office and wields specific expertise in surrogacy cases, whilst also providing insight into the firm’s most complex international financial matrimonial matters. Jennifer Curtis has a broad practice which concentrates on Children Act proceedings and regularly works alongside Abigail Reynolds who has established strength in international issues.
Testimonials
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‘A hard-working, broad bandwidth practice but with a strong in-depth team. If you want a solicitor who has your back this is the firm to instruct. They are totally committed to their clients, ultra-efficient and effective, offering clear and accurate advice. As a barrister, I can say that they are a joy to be instructed by.’
‘Abigail Reynolds superb. She is client-friendly, bright and on the ball. A great person to be around and a great lawyer. Jennifer Curtis is calm, steady, completely on top of the case.’