Expertise
Since qualifying in 1984, Liz has helped build Hanne & Co’s Family Department into one of the largest in London.
Liz advises on divorce (including recognition of divorces) and nullity and on financial claims on divorce, in particular dealing with mid to high-net-worth families, company structures and pensions. She has experience in cases where there are third party interests, and is also regularly instructed in respect of Pre-nuptial agreements.
In addition to the above Liz also advises on claims between unmarried couples including Trusts of Land and Schedule 1 claims.
Liz aims to resolve clients’ financial division following separation as constructively as possible to avoid expensive, upsetting and unpredictable court proceedings. She is proud to say that in most of her cases she manages to achieve settlement without the intervention of the courts. Liz particularly enjoys getting to know her clients and finding an efficient way to divide assets and income to produce a fair result.
Liz is a Resolution accredited and a trained collaborative lawyer and co-wrote a book entitled Divorce and Separation in Hong Kong published by Oxford University Press during the years she practiced in Hong Kong.
Outside of work, Liz enjoys cooking, gardening, reading and travel.
Recent / Notable experience
Advising Husband on a case involving many different business structures, significant property interests and hard to value options. Managing to achieve agreement without court proceedings being issued.
Advising Wife on a case involving a number of properties but also multiple pensions (both defined contribution and defined benefit) with a combined value of circa £2m requiring 3 actuarial reports. Managing to resolve matters following a private FDR.
Representing high profile Husband in case where there were 17 properties and other significant company assets. Managing to reach agreement at court FDR.
