Family/Matrimonial Finance: Ultra High Net Worth
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Provided by AFP Bloom LLP
Alexiou Fisher Philipps is a leading niche family law practice in London founded over twenty years ago. It has been described in this publication as ‘a distillation of the finest family law talent’, and first class. The firm was founded by Douglas Alexiou, Susan Philipps and Jeremy Fisher. A new generation of six partners (including lateral hires from well known firms) have taken over the reins to continue the well-established reputation of AFP.
Four of the partners are fellows of the International Academy of Family Lawyers, which boasts an elected fellowship of the best regarded specialist family lawyers from around the world. All the partners handle all aspects of family law but with particular expertise in cases involving an international element, such as offshore asset holding structures. The firm also specialises in the preparation of prenuptial agreements involving significant assets.
The firm's clients feature senior figures in industry, banking, politics, and media, sports and entertainment. The firm priortises the protection of client privacy where that will assist the case.
Chambers Review
In February 2024, specialist divorce and family law practices Alexiou Fisher Philipps and BloomBudd merged to form AFP Bloom. Lawyers at the firm act for ultra high net worth clients on contentious and non-contentious matters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"AFP Bloom very quickly understand the core problem and give two or more solutions clearly and concisely."
"AFP Bloom handle complicated situations calmly and intelligently. Clients are able to access knowledge from the entire team in relation to all aspects of a divorce."
"AFP Bloom have a larger, high calibre team. They are exceptionally personable and responsive."
"AFP Bloom very quickly understand the core problem and give two or more solutions clearly and concisely."
"AFP Bloom handle complicated situations calmly and intelligently. Clients are able to access knowledge from the entire team in relation to all aspects of a divorce."
"AFP Bloom have a larger, high calibre team. They are exceptionally personable and responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Magnus Mill has particular expertise in financial claims relating to the termination of relationships.
"Magnus is calmness personified, he can relate to any client. He calmly delivers matters and is very good at negotiating."
"Magnus is excellent, really client-friendly."
"Magnus Mill was exemplary in every way, from his professionalism and ability to inspire confidence to his handling of sometimes very difficult situations with compassion and empathy."
Sara Hannell specialises in matrimonial cases with a cross-border element, particularly those with a French connection.
"Sara is really good to deal with."
"Sara is a very efficient lawyer."
William Healing advises on international divorce and nuptial agreements for clients involving significant assets. He is well known for his Anglo-French practice.
"William is utterly determined to get the best outcome for his clients. He will pursue any avenue in their interest."
"William is a very serious practitioner. He is measured and has a specialism in French work."
"William does French international work very well. He is very big into the International Academy of Family Lawyers and does interesting work in that area."
Zoe Bloom advises wealthy clients on matters relating to divorce and financial proceedings.
"Zoe is fabulous. She has an amazing reputation and is such a safe pair of hands."
"Zoe is an incredible litigator."
"Zoe is a real force of nature, she's very good."
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