Family/Matrimonial - West Midlands
What the Team is Known For
George Green has a versatile team across offices in Cradley Heath, Sutton Coldfield and Wolverhampton. The firm offers assistance with matters ranging from prenuptial agreements to divorce proceedings, frequently acting for business owners, entrepreneurs and high net worth individuals. The group is well equipped to handle ancillary relief cases, as well as matters involving property disputes and the division of business assets. Its members also provide support to clients dealing with Children Act procedures and the enforcement of orders.
Strengths
"George Green takes a practical approach to matters with a view to seeking a sensible outcome, but not overlooking the arguable issues."
"It's a good team showing good support. Everything is very prompt and professionally handled."
Notable Practitioners
Mark Vandaele is head of the family law team and is based in the Wolverhampton office. He advises on matrimonial finance mandates that involve complex business and pension issues and also covers private children law matters. "Mark provides a high level of service and seeks to fully understand the financial aspects of cases to augment his strong legal knowledge." "Mark has been exceptional - he is kind, considerate and straight-talking in a direct but thoughtful way. This was one of the worst times of my life but I can honestly say Mark got me through." "Mark knows his stuff and he is very helpful and down to earth" "Mark is brilliant. He cuts to the chase of what matters in a case and adopts a very simple presentation in court that is incredibly compelling." "Mark is down to earth with clients and is able to give realistic advice in a way that they appreciate."
Richard Port is based in the firm's Cradley Heath office. He has a broad family law practice, advising on both financial and child law matters, and has a particular specialism in representing individuals who have suffered domestic abuse. "Richard is incredibly caring - he is very empathetic and understanding of client needs." "Richard is compassionate and reassuring for the client while being very tough and uncompromising with the opposing firm."
Gemma Fenton is head of the family offering at the firm's Sutton Coldfield office. She has a strong practice in matrimonial finance matters as well as handling Children Act disputes. "I have been very happy with all aspects of the service provided to me by Gemma."
