England - South West • Private client
A highly regarded practice in the region, Burges Salmon LLP's ‘market-leading family law team’ primarily focuses on complex financial settlements and asset restructuring for high-net-worth individuals. The team is led by Sarah Hoskinson, who specialises in financial settlements on divorce, dealing with matters both domestically and internationally. Other notable individuals include Alison Hawes and Hannah Petherick; Hawes has over 20 years of experience dealing with all aspects of divorce and financial settlement, while Petherick’s expertise lies in children arrangements and surrogacy.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Strong, collaborative and diverse team providing excellent advice and strategy for cases at all levels of complexity and value.’
‘Sarah Hoskinson is a hands-on commander - both strategically aware and good on technical points of law. Hebe Thorne is exceptionally good. Hannah Petherick is wise and able.’
‘Burges Salmon are well known leaders in the field - they offer a Rolls Royce service. Predominantly West Country based, but with a good presence in London.'
‘Hannah Petherick is one of the stand out solicitors in the South West. Incredibly easy to work with, bright and focused. She handles work in South West and London and brings her experience to her cases in a really positive way.'
‘Brilliant team of experts, with real strength in depth, that deliver the highest level of service. Without question one of the go-to firms for high-value financial remedy work in the West.’
‘Burges Salmon have a fantastic and talented family team. They are known and respected in the local market for their technical ability and expertise. They have a large team with strong ability at all levels.’
‘The premier family team in the West. The breadth of ability across the team is unparalleled in the region.’
'Sarah Marchant is a very organised and effective solicitor who offers an empathetic approach for her clients.'
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Consultant in Family law, all financial issues with particular niche in complex assets and businesses including farms, landed estates and corporate valuations. Experienced in asset protection for families and family businesses – pre and post marital agreements.
Rising stars
Leading individuals
Financial settlements on divorce, dealing with complex asset cases and international family law issues. Also advises on pre and post marital agreements, including those involving multiple jurisdictions and other asset protection issues. Specialist in pensions on divorce.
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sarah Hoskinson