Family/Matrimonial

Katherine Kennedy leads the firm's family team in Birmingham and primarily focuses on matrimonial finance disputes. She often assists on high net worth divorce proceedings and matters with cross-border aspects. She is also an accredited family mediator.

"Katherine Kennedy is the lawyer everyone should have on their team. She is firm, fair and pragmatic but fiercely unshakeable in protecting her client's interests and safety."

"Katherine is a very pragmatic, kind and compassionate solicitor. The very first time I spoke to her she was sympathetic and kind and that meant a lot to me."

"She is an incredibly good mediator and a very experienced, sensible solicitor."

"Katherine is solution-oriented and is able to bring both sides on board."

"Katherine is a leading light in Birmingham. She has a fine mind and is tactically excellent."

Matthew Saunderson is an associate with a growing reputation as a family law practitioner. He represents clients during financial remedy and Schedule 1 applications, as well as on cases concerning the international relocation of children.

"He is knowledgeable, personable and wise beyond his years."

"He is incredibly personable, gets on very well with clients and often with solicitors on the other side too, which helps when negotiating settlements."

Associate Stephanie Hawthorn has an impressive bank of experience in family law. She assists clients going through divorce and separation proceedings as well as those looking to negotiate pre- and post-nuptial agreements.

"Stephanie Hawthorne is very sensible and switched on - she is a good opponent."

"Stephanie is a great up-and-coming lawyer who shows great client care."