Nigel Shepherd – partner. Nigel is one of the country's best known family lawyers, renowned for his skill in handling complex financial cases. One of the few members of the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers outside London, Nigel is able to provide a level of expertise that is unrivalled. He combines massive energy with sound judgement and is a trained collaborative lawyer.

Alison Bull – associate. One of the most gifted lawyers of her generation, Alison is able to provide intellectual rigour with extraordinary client care. Her reputation is for handling large-scale cases, to which she brings a mastery of legal technicality and factual complexity that is beyond the majority of her opponents.

Sue Brookes – senior solicitor. As well as being formidably bright, Sue brings a tough-minded approach to negotiations and litigation. Her caseload is balanced between child-related work and financial disputes. She is already establishing a reputation as an adviser to fellow professionals for whom she negotiates speedy and sensible settlements. 

Sam Hall - solicitor. Sam has recently crossed the Pennines to join the Manchester team. He has several years experience in the full range of privately-funded family law cases, including divorce and children matters, and has a maturity which extends far beyond that experience. An approachable and confident family lawyer, Sam is tenacious as necessary, and is committed to good client service.

Andrew Moore - solicitor. A bright and likeable solicitor. He has experience handling divorce and children-related cases himself, and in addition provides invaluable support in the more complex cases working with other members of the team. Already he has a good understanding of the emotional issues faced by clients going through family breakdown and is sensitive to his clients' needs.