The ‘exceptionally knowledgeable' family practice at Irwin Mitchell in Manchester acts for a broad range of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, and the group has particular expertise in complex financial remedy proceedings, often with an international element, such as cases involving fraud and non-disclosure. Leading the group, the ’excellent' Ros Bever specialises in high-net-worth cases with complex trust structures and cross-border issues. Nathaniel Groarke leads the financial remedy team and represents a broad range of national and international clients with ‘a cool head and safe pair of hands' on issues such as pre-nuptial agreements and wealth preservation. The ’standout' lawyer Emma Benson also specialises in the high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth market, whilst Emma Hopton has expertise in complex children work with an emphasis on relocation and abduction matters. Phillip Rhodes joined the firm from Slater Heelis (Part of Lawfront) in April 2024, and Hannah Saxe joined Slater and Gordon in September 2023.
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Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

  • ‘Exceptionally knowledgable individuals who keep up to date with the latest legal developments and are at the forefront of the family law teams in Manchester.'

  • ‘Extremely professional and well organised team with strengths at all levels of seniority.'

  • 'Emma Benson is a standout senior associate.’
  • ‘Ros Bever is an excellent lawyer who fights hard for her clients.’

  • ‘Nathaniel Groarke has a cool head and safe pair of hands. He is sensible and able to cut through a lot of the issues.'

  • ‘Nathaniel Groarke takes time to understand the complexities of the situation whilst bringing his great experience to bear for his clients. Emma Benson takes time to understand the different needs of each of her clients in a sympathetic and caring manner. Both Nathaniel and Emma have a 'no-nonsense and straightforward approach. ’

  • 'Samantha Clifford works tirelessly for the benefit of her colleagues and clients.'
  • ‘Hepzi Williams-Arnold is a fantastic lawyer with a bright future. She is pragmatic, hard-working, and has a good tactical brain. A great choice for financial remedy and private law children work.’

Clients clés

  • Julia Goddard-Watts

Points forts

  • Acting for Julia Goddard-Watts in an appeal against a final order made by Sir Jonathan Cohen following the conclusion of second rehearing of her claim for financial remedies.

Avocats

Hall of Fame

Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.

Les grands avocats de demain

Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.

Meilleurs collaborateurs

Jeunes avocats collaborateurs ou counsels qui se distinguent régulièrement par leur présence dans des dossiers importants du marché, et qui sont identifiés par le marché comme de jeunes talents à suivre.

Emma Benson

Responsable de la pratique

Ros Bever

Autres avocats clés

Nathaniel Groarke; Emma Benson; Emma Hopton; Samantha Clifford; Hepzi Williams-Arnold; Phillip Rhodes