Family: Hampshire

Trethowans LLP

The ‘well established and well resourced' team at Trethowans LLP has expertise spanning the full range of matters involving matrimonial finances, child arrangements, cohabitation, nuptial agreements, and surrogacy. Andrew Mercer, ’a stellar individual’, is noted for his experience in handling family businesses and farms, while practice head Emma Wilders-Pratt is a key name for matters involving complex military pension interests. Grant Cameron heads the Southampton offering, and is trained in mediation and the one lawyer two clients model.

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Testimonials

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'Emma Wilders-Pratt was attentive and patient in private meetings and explained the process. A calm and seasoned approach meant we have built the most successful start to post-divorce life, and peaceful co-parenting. I am very grateful for her involvement and manner.'
'Grant Cameron has been an excellent advisor, based on both his skills & experience and also his balance between professionalism and human empathy which is such an important factor in family law, so often a new & daunting experience for clients, even for those already experienced with other areas of law.'
'Laura Bell is an excellent solicitor whose approach is always client focused, friendly and constructive. Working with Laura is always a pleasure.'
'As a well established and well resourced firm Trethowans are able to offer a one stop shop in legal matters, with the ability to resolve legal issues ancillary to the claim. All members are approachable and hard working, achieving that perfect blend to achieve client satisfaction.'
'Grant Cameron is highly efficient and effective. He is never caught off guard and often thinking several steps ahead in litigation. He works tirelessly to achieve the right outcome through ADR without putting his clients through the anxiety and cost of ongoing contested litigation where possible, an approach which has rightly seen him appointed Resolution's National Chair.'
'Emma Wilders Pratt is a stand out individual at this firm. She is an excellent lawyer with a caring approach to all her cases. Emma's judgment is always spot on and she is a joy to work with.'
'Andrew Mercer is a stellar individual. He is an excellent and highly respected team head by all of the fee-earners. His calm approach and excellent leadership skills are second to none. He concentrates on medium to high value financial remedy claims and his knowledge of the law and practice is among the best around.'
'Laura Bell is superb: one of the best family law solicitors around. Calm and compassionate but also capable of a combative approach when needed, Laura is the kind of solicitor you want on your side.'