Meet the Divorce Law and Settlements team

Kate Barlow

Associate
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Amy Harris

Legal Director
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Debbie Heald

Partner
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Danielle Hutchison

Solicitor
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Leanne Instrall

Legal Director
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Helen Marriott

Partner, Practice Group Head - Brabners Personal
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Richard Rigg

Legal Director
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Kirsten Tomlinson

Senior Associate
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Latest Divorce Law and Settlements thought leadership

The Spring Budget’s impact on divorcing couples

£55m has been ringfenced for the Family Court towards alternative dispute resolution.
Divorcing a narcissist — eight practical tips from family lawyers

Family law expert Debbie Heald offers eight practical tips for anyone struggling to divorce a narcissist.
The importance of obtaining a financial order following divorce

Here, we explain why separating spouses should always obtain a financial order following divorce.
Jada and Will Smith — why divorce isn’t the only option when a relationship breaks down

Divorce isn't always the preferred option when a relationship breaks down. Here, we highlight some alternative options.
Pre-nuptial agreement ‘Trump card’ helps Melania to renegotiate financial future

Find out why someone may want to enter into a prenup and why it may be important to regularly review agreements.
Who keeps the family home and items upon divorce? Lessons from the Kevin Costner case

We explore the key issues highlighted by Kevin Costner's 'petty' divorce proceedings.
A guide to trusts, prenups and wealth protection upon divorce

Here we demystify the main options and explain how trusts are dealt with following separation.
Divorce and overseas property — in which country should I start proceedings?

Amy Harris explains the key considerations to make before choosing a jurisdiction in which to start a divorce.
How is a final salary pension shared on divorce?

Here, Solicitor Jayde Hampson explains how pensions are affected, valued and shared upon divorce.
Divorce — what happens to my business in a financial settlement?

We explore the process of valuing a business and reaching a financial settlement upon divorce or dissolution.
What happens to my armed forces pension in the event of a divorce?

We explain how armed forces pension schemes work and what happens to them in the event of a divorce.
Are Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik role models for separated family arrangements?

In this article Partner Cara Nuttall, who specialises in Children and Modern Families law, looks at Gigi Hadid’s recen..