England - South East • Private client
Tees Law
The team at Tees Law offers a ‘first-class service’ when advising clients on financial remedy cases. Sally Powell heads up the Bishop’s Stortford-based practice. Powell has deep knowledge surrounding financial proceedings involving farms, often acting for farming families. Associate Helen Midgley is ‘in a league of her own’ when assisting clients with the division of assets following relationship breakdowns, while associate Katie Stewart is an ‘exceptional talent’, and handles Children Act applications and cases involving social services. The ‘very hardworking’ James Scarborough joined the team group from Stowe Family Law LLP in October 2022, and has vast expertise in cohabitation disputes.
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‘Tees as a firm have been very supportive and sensitive to my case. Their legal qualities and their personal qualities have made my very stressful situation much calmer to deal with. They are professional in every sense of the word and I am extremely grateful for their services.’
'Katie Stewart has been incredibly sensitive and supportive during my court proceedings. Nothing is ever too much and I honestly believe that without her, I would not be where I am today. She approaches my situation with integrity and care. Katie is the epitome of professionalism and is an absolute credit to the firm.'
‘Katie Stewart is a star. Clients feel well-supported and that they are being robustly represented but will also trust her judgment on tricky issues. She is a joy to work with.’
‘Tees Law offers a first-class service. The firm has breadth in knowledge and experience in family, and offers a very comprehensive service to their clients. The team is excellent at all levels. The team are excellent. They are efficient and work collaboratively. They provide excellent client care, a one-stop shop for all of their clients.’
‘Katie Stewart is a stand out lawyer at Tees Law. I do not have the superlatives to describe how wonderful and refreshing it has been to have Katie involved. Katie is professional, and courteous. Katie Stewart is an exceptional talent and a true asset to her clients and to Tees Law.’
'James Scarborough is bright, extremely personable, and very hardworking. He instils a huge amount of confidence in his clients and is a great strategic thinker.'
‘Sally Powell is a very pragmatic and effective head of the family team, solving problems, dealing with difficult issues and gets the job done.’
‘Helen Midgley is a recently trained mediator, this added string to her bow fits her way of working very well. She is an excellent solicitor, with a keen eye for detail, her preparation is meticulous and she seeks an amicable solution wherever possible. Helen is in a league of her own.'
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sally Powell