England - West Midlands • Private client
Diane Benussi is a key figure at Benussi & Co Limited. Helen Benussi, Helen Jane Arnold and Denise McKenna are among the other highly regarded members of the team. It typically acts in cases involving net assets of between £3m-£30m and is skilled at handling cases where there are complex business structures and trusts. Lucy Johnston often advises on contact disputes and parental alienation matters.
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Denise is a senior associate specialising in International family law matters, particularly those involving UHNW, complex and cross border business interests. Denise travels frequently for her work and is presently involved in proceedings in the USA and the Netherlands.
Leading individuals
Helen Jane specialises in family law with a focus on UHNW cases particularly those involving trusts or the variation of post nuptial settlements. Helen Jane joined Benussi & Co in 1999 and is a legal director. She is a trained mediator and collaborative lawyer known for her consideration, thoughtfulness and attention to detail, described by Legal 500 as "outstanding" and "a very safe pair of hands".
Diane is the senior partner of the firm with over 30 years' experience of divorce and family law issues. Diane deals with all aspects of family law and specialises in UHNW financial issues arising out of relationship breakdown, advising high profile individuals seeking a discreet service.
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Diane Benussi