Drawing on a strong firmwide reputation for agricultural cases, the family team at Thrings LLP is regularly instructed by clients with high-value farm assets to advise on asset protection and finance matters, including prenups and complex financial remedy proceedings. The team also regularly advises on public sector divorces and separations involving significant international business assets. Children Act matters, including child abduction cases, are a particular area of focus for practice head Matthew Kellow, while Fiona Kellow has a broad practice that includes parental alienation cases. Anna Patterson stands out for her expertise in family farming matters.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘So impressed with Thrings family team. Fantastic professional company who worked very hard to give me the best outcome in both children and financial proceedings.’

  • ‘The partners and associates are compassionate, patient, yet highly professional at all times.’

  • ‘They care about the outcome, care about their work, and care about their clients.’

  • ‘Thrings' emphasis on collaboration ensures client-centric solutions, simplifying the divorce process and delivering peace of mind to clients.’

  • ‘The Thrings LLP Family Team are a joy to work with. They are well-prepared, knowledgeable, and have a can-do attitude. Clients benefit from the collaborative approach they adopt.’

  • ‘Zhenja Cann is a truly exceptional young lawyer and I look forward to watching her go from strength to strength. Able to calm, reassure and most importantly gain the trust and co-operation of even the most demanding client. Zhenja gets great results whilst ensuring she manages expectations from the outset. ’

  • ‘Zhenja Cann is great - has dealt with extremely difficult cases and opponents without flinching. Gives good advice and good client support.’

  • ‘Thrings are extremely knowledgeable about family law and all the team consistently give excellent and practical advice. The attention to detail they bring to each client's case and the investment of time in reaching the right outcome are their USP.’

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Matthew Kellow

Other key lawyers

Fiona Kellow, Anna Patterson, Kathryn Bew, Tara Connor-McLaren, Zhenja Cann, Hannah Stretton