Alexander Garrett
Holmes & HillsHolmes & Hills' family department is noted for its broad expertise, spanning high-net worth financial remedy proceedings and complex children matters. Team lead Carol Toulson in Marks Tey is recommended for her ability to be ‘professional yet compassionate and understanding', regularly handling sensitive matters involving mental health issues, domestic violence, and substance abuse. Alexander Garrett heads the recently established Witham team, which notably handles high value, complex financial matters.
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‘The staff at this firm are professional and compassionate. They are always there to listen to any concerns you have and are very prompt with updating you and informing you on any changes of any on going issues. They have excellent communication.’
‘Carol Toulson has been wonderful since the very first time she worked with me. She is professional yet compassionate and understanding, reassuring especially when I’m anxious. Carol goes above and beyond to support me. She is an exceptional member of the firm in my opinion. She is knowledgeable, professional and understanding.'
‘Alex Garrett has been extremely helpful and easy to work with. My case was dealt with in a very professional manner. He was respectful to all parties involved and reassured everyone where needed. ’
‘Alexandra Jury has done her upmost to ensure my mind is put at ease, constantly updating me and making me feel she also has my back.’
‘Sarah Russell has been a phenomenal solicitor. Her ever calm, collected and kind demeanour has been of tremendous strength to me during a very horrendous divorce. I cannot thank Sarah enough for all of her advice and help.'
‘The family team at Holmes & Hills has a great mix of experience and technical capabilities alongside a diverse range of people.’
‘Holmes & Hills have a well deserved reputation as one of the leading law firms in Essex. They have a very strong legal team who offer the whole range of legal advice in family law. They are also able to access specialist advice from their other legal teams such as commercial and conveyancing if required, this is a huge advantage to their clients.’
‘Carol Toulson is an experienced and pragmatic family law practitioner. She works tirelessly to ensure that she has provided her clients with the best service. She is the consummate professional.’
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Carol Toulson
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Carol Toulson