Helen Bowns, who is based in Stratford-upon-Avon, heads the practice at Shakespeare Martineau LLP. Bowns acts for a broad range of clients including business owners, agricultural families and international families. She specialises in complex financial remedy cases and also deals with complicated children matters. Solihull-based legal director Dipika Mistry is another key contact whose experience spans divorce, domestic abuse and children work.
Testimonials
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‘Deanna is approachable, motivated, excellent communicator.'
- 'Dipika has guided me through all the paperwork and given me solid advice which is best for me. She is an amazing hardworking person and I thank her for everything she has done for me.'
‘Producing extremely good quality work, with a breadth of experience and talent, makes them a force to be reckoned with against locals and London firms alike. Helen Bowns is a complete star!’
‘Shakespeare Martineau are a class outfit. The attention that they give to cases is second to none. They have a wealth of experience from top to bottom and always find time to ensure that the lay client feels cared for.’
‘Helen Bowns is a real asset and a class touch. She is empathetic and always looking for practical and pragmatic ways to settle a case.’
‘The team have excellent breadth and depth. They are a standout in their region given a well-founded reputation and quality of service.’
‘Helen Bowns is head of family law and deals with complex and high-net-worth cases, particularly those with an overseas, trusts or farming aspect. She is renowned for her sharp legal mind. She has a delightful manner and an excellent eye for detail.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Helen Bowns