United Kingdom - Scotland • Private client
Blackadders LLP
Based primarily in Dundee and Aberdeen, Blackadders LLP's family law practice routinely handles financial disputes involving international, corporate and tax law aspects. Led by litigator Craig Samson, the team includes accredited family and child law specialist Gareth Masson, whose practice covers child relocation cases, adoptions and permanency orders, and associate Joanne Murray, an accredited family law specialist and mediator, who regularly appears in local sheriff courts.
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Work highlights
- Advising on a cohabitation financial dispute under s28 of the Family Law (Scotland) Act 2006, including a successful appeal to the Sheriff Appeal Court.
- Advising on a case concerning sudden relocation of children from Scotland to Northern Ireland, including allegations of domestic abuse, contempt of court, reinstating contact and a complex financial dispute.
- Acting for an individual in a Court of Session action brought by the opponent and pertaining to financial provision. This involves tax liabilities, proceeds from the sale of a company, and a dispute regarding financial support (aliment).
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Craig Samson