Amina is committed to providing a client-focused service, taking the time to understand each client’s circumstances and offering clear, practical advice tailored to their needs. Amina recognises that family matters can be both sensitive and emotionally challenging and strives to ensure clients feel supported and informed throughout their legal journey.

Amina joined the firm in 2022. She graduated from the University of Hertfordshire with an LLB Law degree in 2018 before completing her LPC/LLM in 2019.

Outside of work, Amina enjoys baking and spending quality time with family and friends. She also loves dining out and exploring different cuisines from around the world.

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David has dealt a wide range of matters which include:-

• Divorce
• Child Arrangements
• Financial Agreements
• Emergency Non-Molestation Applications and Proceedings
• Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA proceedings)
• Pre/Post-Nuptial Agreements
• Separation Agreements
• Residential sale and purchases including lease and shared ownership transactions;
• Transfer of Equity;
• Auction Sale Packs;
• Residential Probate Sales
• Boundary Disputes;
• Debt Recovery;
• Tenancy Disputes;
• Change of Name Deeds.

David prides himself on his customer service, by corresponding with his clients throughout each matter and listening to their needs whilst advising them on the legal process and laws.

David is a keen reader and avid film fan, he enjoys running and kickboxing and watching Rugby.

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Her work includes resolving difficult matters such as disputes over where a child should live and the amount of contact they should have with each parent. Nikita has significant experience dealing with high-conflict cases, including issues in relation to mental health, substance misuse and other factors affecting the child’s welfare.

Her experience also covers matrimonial matters, including divorce, financial settlements and pre/post-nuptial agreements.

Nikita is an experienced advocate, regularly representing clients in court to ensure their voices are heard. She is committed to providing clear, practical and compassionate legal advice to those navigating complex family situations.

Nikita understands that family issues can be emotionally difficult; she takes a personalised approach to each case and strives to achieve the best possible outcome with sensitivity and professionalism.

• Child Arrangements Orders (contact and residence), to include complex and intricate cases involving parental alienation and cases involving difficult allegations where there is a need to assess a child’s safety and wellbeing
• Special Guardianship Orders
• Private Law Adoption
• Parental Responsibility
• Matrimonial matters to include divorce, financial settlements and pre/post-nuptial agreements
• Protective injunctions
• Change of name deeds.

As a member of Resolution, Nikita adheres its Code of Practice, which promotes a constructive, non-confrontational approach to resolving family disputes. This means that she will always strive to resolve matters amicably where possible.

Outside of work, a healthy work-life balance is important to Nikita, as it allows her to maintain the best possible service to her clients.

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I have shadowed Barristers for work experience.

Specific areas of law Oliver deals with:

• Divorce
• Child Act Proceedings
• Matrimonial Finances
• Co – Habitation agreements / disputes
• Pre / Post nuptial agreements

I enjoy going to Chelsea matches with my family most weekends. I also have an interest in history and literature.

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Simon became a partner in 1993 and continues to work on all aspects of Corporate and Commercial Law. He has played a central role in developing the firm’s commercial offering, acting for owner managed businesses through to large corporate organisations and overseeing the firm’s relationships with a number of banking institutions.

Alongside his commercial practice, Simon oversees the Wills, Trusts and Probate department, providing strategic leadership and support.

Simon is also the Firm’s Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP), with responsibility for legal and regulatory compliance, risk management, staff training and reporting obligations to the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Simon and his team also support other businesses through Anti-Money Laundering training.

As Managing Partner, Simon works with his fellow Equity Members Andrea Smith, Lee Holmes and Scott Wright, as well as Chief Financial Officer Alison Gee, in developing the firm’s strategy and supporting its continued growth and long-term success.

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Zoe understands that family issues can be challenging and is committed to helping clients feel informed, reassured and confident at every stage.

Zoe is a member of Resolution, an organisation of family professionals committed to resolving family matters in a constructive and respectful way. By following Resolution’s Code of Practice, Zoe focuses on helping clients find practical solutions that minimise conflict and promote positive outcomes. This approach helps clients feel supported throughout the process and can often reduce the stress, cost, and emotional impact associated with family disputes.

Outside of work, Zoe loves to travel the world to experience different cultures, a bit of retail therapy and attending concerts of her favourite artists.

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