Direct Access Family Barrister

A common sense approach and robust negotiation style are essential in financial disputes

Alyssa has extensive experience in dealing with cases involving the financial disputes between parties, following on from the breakdown of a marriage or relationship. 

Alyssa goes above and beyond to achieve a good result for her clients, her preparation is always outstanding. Her common sense approach and robust negotiation style mean that the majority of her financial cases settle by consent. Where it is necessary for a contested hearing to be pursued, Alyssa’s attention to detail and experience means that the client is in a safe pair of hands. 

Alyssa accepts instructions in some of the following areas:

Matrimonial Finance

Financial disputes arising from the breakdown of a marriage or civil partnership which may involve: 

Business assets

Property portfolios

Offshore assets

Farming

Cohabitation Disputes

Applications under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996

Schedule 1

Applications under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989 for financial orders for the benefit of a child.
‘The entire process of instructing Alyssa direct access has been incredible: she has been professional, attentive, tirelessly hardworking, but most importantly she has cared about me and my case on a personal level.’
Mark, Direct Access Client