Family/Matrimonial - The South
What the Team is Known For
Clarkson Wright & Jakes is a well-known family law practice in Kent handling post-separation issues, including child arrangements and financial remedy matters. It is experienced in handling cases involving inherited wealth, businesses, pensions and property, providing advice to both mid and high net worth clients. The team is also instructed on other Children Act cases, including international child relocations.
Strengths
"They are very efficient, up to date and quick to respond to all my queries."
"It's an excellent team. They were very clear about all aspects of the divorce process and the advice they gave was reassuring."
"Communication was handled promptly, efficiently and with clarity. Their response time was excellent, as was the overall service."
Notable Practitioners
Claire Schneck heads the family law practice at Clarkson Wright & Jakes. She has experience advising on complex divorce cases involving inheritance matters and pensions, and is equally adept at handling proceedings brought under the Children Act. "Claire did a brilliant job for me in circumstances that were sometimes tricky. From the outset, she was clear and very focused on what needed to be done to resolve the matter." "Claire was very strong in every aspect of my divorce. She delivered upfront, concise and proactive advice throughout." "Claire gave excellent advice throughout my case and was very reassuring." "Claire is a seasoned family lawyer and knows how to progress a case sensibly whilst achieving a good outcome for her client." "Claire has been very knowledgeable and I have the upmost confidence in the advice she has given to me. I have been guided by her through every step of my divorce."