We've increased our family team offering with the appointment of Lucy Barr as a partner in our Birmingham office.
Lucy joins from Veale Wasbrough Vizards (VWV), where she led the family law practice in Birmingham for more than eight years.
In her new role, Lucy will support the continued growth and development of our nationally recognised family team from the Birmingham office, working alongside partner Katherine Kennedy.
With over 20 years' experience, the majority spent in the Midlands, Lucy specialises in complex divorce and financial remedy proceedings, Children Act disputes, cohabitation cases and international jurisdictional matters, including Hague Convention child abduction. The Legal 500 describes her as "bright and diligent", while Chambers & Partners recognises her dedication and client care.
Commenting on her appointment, Lucy said: "It's a fantastic opportunity to join the Mills & Reeve family team and support its ambitious growth plans. The firm is recognised as top tier for family and children law, and I'm looking forward to working with a highly talented group of lawyers in Birmingham and across the national practice."
Partner Katherine Kennedy commented: "Lucy brings real strength and depth to our family team in Birmingham. With her vast experience in litigating complex family disputes, she is able to give clients clarity and reassurance as to the appropriate strategy to resolve matters. Her expertise aligns closely with our growth priorities. I, together with my colleagues, look forward to welcoming Lucy and to continuing to build on our reputation in the West Midlands market."
Our specialist team advises on all areas of family law, including child arrangements, civil partnerships, cohabitation, divorce and separation, financial settlements, international family law, pension sharing, surrogacy and fertility, and wealth protection and prenuptial agreements.
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