Family

MSB Solicitors

Client Satisfaction

Described by clients as ‘ubiquitous in the Liverpool legal scene', MSB Solicitors Ltd has extensive experience in the full range of family finance cases, and the group is particularly sought after for its expertise in complex and cross-border children matters, including public law cases surrounding allegations of abuse, forced marriages, and surrogacy. Practice head Emma Palmer is a ’highly competent' expert in complex multi-jurisdictional cases involving children, and Pippa Tudor is ‘an excellent advocate when it comes to financial matters'. The group also includes domestic abuse expert Emma Carey, who ’creates a dynamic team that is unified in its desire to provide the very best of legal services', and Katie Camozzi, who is highly knowledgeable in the child abduction space. Financial relief specialist John Owens is a key contact in Manchester. Former head of private client department Pauline McNamara left the group to join JMW Solicitors LLP in January 2024.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘Emma Palmer is highly competent and approachable and a pleasure to work with. Her knowledge of the law, procedure of a very high standard, and her leadership of the department results in the more junior members being reliable and able.’
‘I have no hesitation in recommending MSB. It consistently provides and delivers legal services of the highest quality. Instructions are always well presented and prepared, realistic and insightful. The family team at MSB are professional, efficient, committed, and cohesive, whilst being contactable and empathetic. This combination makes the family team at MSB unique.’
‘MSB are among the most hardworking, dedicated firm of solicitors I have ever had the pleasure to come across. Without exception, their family team go above and beyond for their clients.’
‘MSB is an excellent practice which is respected and well known for delivering the highest quality legal services. MSB has strength and depth in its team, allowing for clients to be well supported throughout the legal process and for there to be continuity in handling of matters. The firm attracts work which is complex, often involving international elements.’
‘Emma Carey creates a dynamic team that is unified in its desire to provide the very best of legal services.'
‘MSB are ubiquitous in the Liverpool legal scene. They offer excellent advice across the spectrum of family law. They have one of the larger family teams in the city and are extremely familiar with the daily workings of the Family Court at Liverpool.’
‘Pippa Tudor is a precise, clear, and, above all, calm lawyer. She advises thoughtfully and with regard to all angles.'
‘Emma Palmer and her team have a plethora of knowledge and expertise. Emma is well known in the community along with her team. Pippa Tudor is also an excellent advocate when it comes to financial matters. The team go above and beyond in helping clients and one another. There is a high level of training and knowledge for all staff.’

Work highlights

Advised a mother on complex international proceedings involving significant jurisdictional arguments in England and Italy.
Advised a husband on a financial relief application on his divorce with off-shore assets, allegations of hidden assets, and complex pension structures.
Advised a parent on significant allegations of non-accidental injury resulting in the finding of unknown medical aetiology.