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Richard Rigg

Partner

0151 600 3287 07817 306 679 richard.rigg@brabners.com

Richard is a Partner in our family team.

An experienced lawyer, he handles all aspects of family law with a focus on divorce and financial settlements arising from the breakdown of marriages. He advises in complex financial proceedings often involving business interests, shareholdings, assets held outside the jurisdiction, family trusts, tax issues and complicated pension provisions.

Richard regularly deals with wealth protection work such as pre-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements, as well as resolving financial issues arising from the relationship breakdown of an unmarried couple or cohabitees, often involving proceedings regarding the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (ToLATA).

Richard is recognised as a Next Generation Partner by Legal 500, which notes that his "preparation is thorough and exhaustive, he is determined to get the best result for his clients".

Richard works on behalf of a wide range of clients – most notably acting both for and against high net worth individuals – and is often praised for his client-focused, pragmatic approach.

He also advises on complex private law Children Act work involving child arrangements, internal and external relocation, parental alienation, allegations of harm and abuse, change of residence, international child abduction and financial provision for children.

He is a member of Resolution and serves as the treasurer of Resolution Merseyside.

He is also featured on the Pro Bono Recognition List 2026, acknowledging his commitment to completing over 25 hours of pro bono work over the last year.

Richard joined us in 2017 and is based in our Liverpool office.

Recognised by

“Richard Rigg stands out for his expertise, which combines with an approachable and personable manner. He's particularly effective at building constructive relationships with counterparts, helping to facilitate progress and resolve issues... I've been struck by Richard's ability to provide early, clear and realistic advice, even where that advice may be difficult to hear.”
Client feedback, Legal 500, 2027

“Richard Rigg, unflappable under pressure, [is] a good choice for high-net-worth individuals in the public eye.”
Client feedback, The Legal 500 2026

“Getting divorced was the hardest thing I've ever done. I had taken advice from other firms over the years but... felt there was no empathy. I just wanted someone who was understanding, supportive and (most importantly) honest. From the first meeting, Richard Rigg demonstrated professional integrity, honesty and support... and made me feel like I could ask anything and not be judged. I believe that I got the best possible outcome for me and my child both financially and emotionally.”
Client feedback

“Key practitioner Richard Rigg ‘offers straightforward and easily deciphered advice' on all aspects of family law.”
The Legal 500 2025

“Thank you [Richard Rigg and Katie Coleman] for all you have done for me. Your professionalism, advice, understanding and sympathy have been greatly appreciated and was crucial in enabling me to get through this difficult time.”
Client feedback