Family/Matrimonial - South West
What the Team is Known For
The Family Law Practice in Bristol focuses on handling matrimonial finance issues arising from relationship breakdowns, primarily advising high net worth clients. The group often takes on matters with complex issues relating to trusts and property portfolios. The firm also advises on private children cases, including removal from the jurisdiction and Child Arrangement Orders. The team additionally offers collaboration and mediation services.
Strengths
"The Family Law Practice are responsive and practical, and they are able to advise on the best ways of dealing with difficult circumstances whilst maintaining a sense of overall perspective."
"The Family Law Practice were outstanding throughout all proceedings."
"The Family Law Practice are a specialist family law practice with experience in high-value, sophisticated matters."
Notable Practitioners
Ashley Palminteri is adept at handling financial remedy proceedings and frequently represents high net worth individuals. "Ashley is tenacious and extremely knowledgeable." "Ashley is pragmatic, but really fights for his clients. He always puts forward the best possible case." "Ashley is an excellent and pragmatic lawyer who you would want on your side."
Elizabeth Bruce regularly advises on financial remedy proceedings and has further experience in private law children cases. She is also adept at TOLATA proceedings and cases involving mediation. "Elizabeth Bruce really works hard to try and find a way forward for the client." "Elizabeth is always willing to pick up the phone. Clients get really excellent service from her." "Elizabeth is very clear, knowledgeable and pragmatic."
Mark Sage frequently advises on financial remedy proceedings involving multiple jurisdictions and also assists with private law children cases. "Mark's approach is collaborative and constructive. He's very down-to-earth, he doesn't have an agenda and he tries to resolve cases amicably." "Mark Sage provided exceptional service throughout. He was extremely professional and friendly, always had a very calming manner and explained legal terminology very well." "Mark Sage is a real specialist in family work."
