Brodies LLP has a comprehensive family law offering, allowing the team to advise on financial disputes involving complex business structures and challenging tax issues, as well as negotiating pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements. The firm also demonstrates expertise across the full remit of child law matters. Leading the team, Lisa Girdwood specialises in Court of Session, high-value financial provision divorce litigation and international jurisdictional disputes. Jacqueline Stroud leads the firm’s ADR strategy on matters concerning complex child law matters. Sarah Lilley specialises in high-value financial separations, while Susie Mountain excels in cross-border child relocation and cohabitation cases. Debbie Reekie is reputed for the depth of her expertise in Hague Convention cases. Shaun George has moved into a consultancy role with the team.
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Practice head
Lisa Girdwood
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Jacqueline Stroud; Sarah Lilley; Susie Mountain; Debbie Reekie; Shaun George