Family/Matrimonial - West Midlands
What the Team is Known For
Lodders Solicitors has a highly reputed team with experience in representing high net worth individuals in financial disputes, often involving trusts, pensions and overseas assets. Its practitioners are well equipped to handle Children Act proceedings, including relocation cases. Based in both the Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon offices, the team frequently handles challenging cases with complex international elements.
Strengths
"They have a deep understanding of technical pensions matters which makes them great to work with."
"They play a big role in financial remedy within Birmingham and the West Midlands."
Notable Practitioners
Beverley Morris is based in Birmingham and heads the firm's family law department. Her practice covers the full spectrum of matrimonial finance matters and she also advises on Children Act proceedings. "She has experience and very good judgement - she is very capable." "Beverley Morris is an absolute titan in Birmingham and the West Midlands." "I can't think of anyone more dedicated; she is an incredibly hard worker and has a passion for delivering for her clients." "Her work ethic is phenomenal and she cares deeply about her clients." "Beverley is a true leader and expert in her field."
Justin Creed divides his practice between Stratford-upon-Avon and Birmingham. He frequently handles financial remedy proceedings involving complex business and pension structures, often with international elements, while also advising in Children Act cases. "Justin has a really good ability to stay calm, see the wood for the trees and give good, clear advice." "He can roll with the punches and thinks carefully about what he needs to deal with to put the client's case forward."
Caroline Dresden specialises in financial remedy proceedings for high net worth individuals. She has experience in cases with international elements as well as those involving complex pensions and property concerns. She is based in the firm's Birmingham office. "A highly experienced solicitor and someone who clearly goes the extra mile for her clients." "Caroline is sympathetic in her approach but diligent in her execution of facts." "Caroline has the depth and breadth of knowledge that provides a superb service and she has a very loyal following. The courts and the judges know that if her name's on the papers it's done properly."
Vivienne Middleton is based in Birmingham and handles divorce proceedings and associated disputes concerning both finance and child custody arrangements. "Vivienne is very hard-working, conscientious, thorough and has good judgement. I really rate her."