About Elizabeth

I have practised matrimonial law almost exclusively since qualification. I trained at Hanne & Co but left the firm in 1990 to work in Hong Kong - for Hampton Winter & Glynn solicitors. Whilst there I co-wrote, 'Divorce and Separation in Hong Kong' published by Oxford University Press'.

I now deal mainly with more complex financial issues on relationship breakdown. I am a good listener; I will always look at the bigger picture and do my utmost to achieve an outcome to ensure my clients can move on in their lives without rancour but with financial security. I am a trained and enthusiastic collaborative lawyer. I am also an Accredited Resolution Specialist in 3 areas. I have 2 teenage children who I still seem to run around after. I enjoy cooking, skiing and walking.

About Peter

I worked in the city for 22 years for limited and public limited companies as Financial Director or Company Secretary before moving to the legal sector in 1992. I enjoy working in a busy high street practice where the accounts function is so integral to the firm's success. I manage a small but efficient team - Linda Heerah who has been at Hanne & Co far longer than me and Kelly Magenis who is our latest recruit.

I am proud that Hanne & Co has managed to go from strength to strength and that our daily accounts and general financial management are well organised and structured.Out of work I enjoy time with the family and all types of sport; I still play veterans football, while also following Barking Rugby Club, the team with which I played for many years.

About Jackie

I have specialised in family law since qualification and have been on the Law Society's Children Panel since 2000. I specialise in care and adoption proceedings in which I act for children, their parents and carers. I have a breadth of experience acting in cases involving allegations of abuse, emotional harm and neglect. I am also instructed by guardians where children are separately represented in disputes between their parents over such issues as residence and contact.

Before joining Hanne & Co I worked with people with drug and alcohol problems, many of them parents. It was this experience that first led me to want to work as a lawyer in care proceedings. I also advise on civil partnership issues, especially relating to children. I speak fluent German. Out of work I enjoy tending to my allotment and I am also an enthusiastic percussionist.

About Paulena

Prior to becoming a Consultant in the Child Care Department at Hanne & Co, I was a founding partner at Van Baaren & Wright ( establishd in 1997). I chose to specialise in care proceeding early in my career and am a member of the Law Society's Children Panel where I am a qualified Children's Representative. My role is to represent children, parents and other family members thorough what are always difficult and sensitive proceedings.

Moving to Hanne & Co has provided the opportunity of working within a large and well respected department where colleagues are always at hand to discuss any complex issues. Having completed my training at a firm in Putney in 1993 I have never strayed far from the area, living in South West London with my young family.

About Caroline

I am a specialist child care solicitor and a member of the Law Society Children Panel since 1985. I represent children, parents and other family members in proceedings at all levels of court, in public law and complex private law proceedings. I am an active member of the Association of Lawyers for Children (http://www.alc.org.uk/) executive committee, an organisation which promotes justice of children and young people. I have helped to organise training conferences for the membership and conferences run by young people. As co - chair of the ALC from 2006 - 2009 I was involved in dialogue with other organisations, and government on reform of care proceedings.

I was the solicitor member of the Ministerial Group on Care proceedings, and have given evidence to Justice Committees and Select Committees on children's issues. More recently I have been appointed the public law solicitor on the Family Justice Council (http://www.family-justice-council.org.uk/). I also sit on the Children in Safeguarding Proceedings and Voice of the Child subcommittees.

About Michael

I came to law after studying psychology, a subject which has helped me understand some of the more complex issues that I come across. I undertook a law conversion and the LPC in Bristol and then moved to Somerset to undergo my training. I come from a background which meant it was inevitable that I would find my preferred area in public child care law; both my parents work in the profession.

At Hanne & Co I work within a very strong team who are always there to consult; this means that my clients not only get my own expertise, they get the combined expertise of our entire department. I am passionate about all my cases and l always work to get the best possible result. Out of work I enjoy sport and the countryside.

About Lorna

In 2004 I was appointed to the Law Society Children Panel. I moved to Hanne & Co in order to join a team of other specialist children panel solicitors. Since joining Hanne & Co I have represented parents and children via their Children's Guardian in child care cases. I deal mainly with complex proceedings representing parents accused by social services of abuse, or representing the children when I am appointed by the court to do so.

I am proud to lead the team of specialist child care lawyers at Hanne & Co where we pride ourselves on our attention to our client's cases. I became a partner and head of the child care team in 2010. In June 2011 I was awarded the prestigious LAPG award of Family Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year 2011.

Out of work I enjoy foreign travel and scuba diving. I am also a passionate supporter of Tottenham Hotspur football team.

About Tom

I joined Hanne & Co following graduation. I undertook further studies (part-time) and qualified as a specialist property lawyer in February 2000. I specialise in commercial and residential conveyancing, including sales and purchases of business premises, houses/flats and in drafting and negotiating leases of business and residential property. I also deal with lease extensions and collective enfranchisement. I am a member of the Society of Licensed Conveyancers and also a Commissioner for Oaths.

I endeavour to provide a high quality service and will work constructively in every transaction with all the parties to it to ensure a timely completion. I am married and have two teenage daughters. I enjoy swimming, music and going for long walks in the countryside with my family and our dog.

About Tim

I specialise in residential conveyancing and landlord and tenant work, particularly collective enfranchisement and lease extension cases, and I also have experience in commercial conveyancing matters. I act for a broad range of clients, from individual purchasers and sellers, to investors, freeholders and developers.

I qualified as a Solicitor in 2006 having studied law at the University of East Anglia. Having previously worked at a firm in Surrey, I joined Hanne & Co in 2011. In my previous role I established a professional's group promoting networking and business development opportunities for local businesses. I am currently in the process of establishing a similar organisation in south London.

Outside work I enjoy sport, particularly golf and football. I am also a keen runner and have completed the London Marathon.

About Ros

I trained at a Lincolns Inn firm and then went to Clifford Turner (now Clifford Chance) where I remained for seven years dealing with substantial commercial property transactions. After a maternity break I moved to Fisher Meredith and from there to Hanne & Co.

I have a wide variety of clients and deal with a mix of residential and commercial properties and leasehold enfranchisement. I know how important it is that my clients feel they can reach me by telephone or email whenever they need to and I put a high value on promptness, communication and clarity. Although much of my work is London based I have clients are all over England and Wales and abroad. I live in South London with my husband, cat and boomerang children.

About Debbie

I am a paralegal assisting Ros Widgery in the Conveyancing team. I have worked on a range of sale and purchase transactions as well as lease extension and enfranchisement cases. In addition to working at Hanne & Co, I am currently completing my Legal Practice Course part-time having previously completed the Graduate Diploma in Law at BPP. I read History of Art at Manchester University and graduated in 2008 with a first class honours degree.

Outside of Work I enjoy running and completed two half marathons last year. I also take pleasure from visiting art galleries. I was a founding team leader of the BPP student magazine, Legal Incite, and have contributed several articles on aspects of art law, an area which is of personal interest to me.

About Michael

I am a prior managing and senior partner of the firm. I have specialised in criminal law for many years and became a Higher Court advocate (crime) in 1996. I was president of the South London Law Society in 1984, a founder committee member of the Criminal Law Solicitors Association in 1990, and president of the London Criminal Courts Solicitors' Association in 1993. From 1977 until 1990, I was active in creating and administering seven court and twelve police station duty solicitor schemes in London, and was the Law Society's nominee on the first national Duty Solicitor committee.

I seem to have sat on umpteen committees over the years and in 2009 received a Lifetime Outstanding Achievement award at the Legal Aid Practitioners' Group Silver Jubilee. I am currently involved with the Law Society and LAPG in setting up a charity to award scholarships to legal aid trainees. Out of work I enjoy swimming, walking the dog, and spending time with my wife with our grandchildren.

About Martyn

I am still in my first job, having joined Hanne & Co in 1976, becoming Senior Partner in 1988. I have appeared in the County Court, Magistrates and Crown Courts and also before tribunals in the Prison system and professional bodies including the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and the RFU.

I have been involved in many extremely serious cases over the years, and I was also involved in the first computer fraud which came before the Courts in this country and which remains an authority on the jurisdiction of cases. I play golf to a decent handicap and have managed a youth cricket team for four years. I am also called upon as unpaid chauffeur and social secretary for two teenagers but wouldn't have it any other way.

About Lorna

I studied Law at the London School of Economics and then went on to complete the LPC at BPP in Leeds before joining Hanne & Co in 2005 as a trainee. I qualified in 2007 and am Court and Police Station Duty Solicitor. I am also a member of the London Criminal Courts' and Solicitors' Association.

I represent adults, young people and children on a wide range of matters including serious Violent and Sexual Offences and Anti-Social Behaviour proceedings.

About Clare

I have specialised in criminal law throughout my career and I have gained extensive experience in all aspects of criminal law and procedure. I have experience in dealing with cases that attract the attention of the press and the particular issues to which they give rise. I have successfully defended clients accused of homicide (murder and manslaughter), terrorism offences, serious violent and sexual offences, firearms offences, and money laundering.

I am experienced in dealing with young clients who are under arrest or facing proceedings in the Youth and the Crown Court. I support clients and their families throughout the whole process. I am a member of the London Criminal Courts Solicitors Association and the Howard League for Penal Reform.

About Paul

I graduated with degrees in English Literature and Law from the National University of Ireland. My interest in criminal law led me to join Hanne & Co where I am now a duty solicitor in the criminal department. I represent clients on a wide array of criminal allegations, ranging from public order offences to serious sexual and violent offences. I have advised in high profile criminal cases and have a particular interest in cases involving technical evidential issues.

I appreciate the upset and trauma that allegations of criminal misconduct can have and work tirelessly to achieve the best possible results for my clients. I also represent those accused of misconduct in quasi-criminal proceedings, including prosecutions made by local authorities / other state bodies. I am a regular volunteer at the Toynbee Hall Free Legal Advice Centre, Whitechapel, a member of the Junior Lawyers Division, Young Legal Aid Lawyers and the London Irish Lawyers Association.

About Mark

I have specialised in criminal law throughout my legal career and have been a duty solicitor for magistrates courts and police stations since the 1980s. I have dealt with every level of case in my time. I like to think that I take a particularly conscientious approach in my preparation ensuring that every angle is covered. I now work as a consultant in the criminal department.

I was on the panel of volunteer legal advisors at an advice centre in the Clapham Junction area for over 25 years. Outside the office I enjoy reading and walking and trying to improve my rusty Russian.

About Harry

I undertake work for small and medium businesses that require assistance with drafting staff policies and contracts and provide training and assistance in their internal procedures to deal with employee disputes. I also assist businesses in responding to a wide variety of Employment Tribunal claims. I advise and represent employees, from directors to those on low incomes, on the whole range of employment law issues. I am also experienced in representing clients on a private basis, under a Contingency Fee Agreement and where they are insured.

Outside of work I am a member of the Management Committee of Lambeth Law Centre and am involved in fundraising and promoting the Centre. I am also actively involved in the Junior Lawyers Division of the South London Law Society.

About David

I was the manager of Battersea CAB for 10 years. I joined the firm in 1988. In 2010 I qualified as a Notary Public. My practice now is in employment law. I have in my time been a trade union official and am now an owner of a small business. I am a member of the Employment Lawyers Association and the Industrial Law Society and an accredited mediator.

Outside the office I am the South London constituency representative on the Law Society Council and Chair of the Law Society Membership Board. I played rugby for Battersea Ironsides RFC until I was 50 when good sense took over. My life has been blighted by an illogical affinity to Sheffield United FC. Come on you Blades!

About Richard

I recently joined Hanne & Co as a consultant to their Company and Commercial Department.

My objective is to help the firm build a first class corporate and commercial practice through the provision of practical client focused advice.

I have spent over 20 years working as a company lawyer on domestic and international corporate and commercial transactions, having worked as a partner in a number of City law firms.

I have advised company and individual clients on a broad range of private company and commercial transactions including buying and selling companies and business assets, corporate and tax driven corporate restructurings and management buy-outs. I have also advised on company flotations on AIM and the London Stock Exchange's main market, takeovers and corporate finance transactions for listed companies.

About Amy

I have a first class degree in Ancient History and Archaeology and a Masters in Modern British History from the University of Manchester. I completed the Graduate Diploma in Law and the Legal Practice Course in Manchester before moving to London to join Hanne & Co as a trainee solicitor.

I qualified in 2011 and am currently working in the family department advising clients on a variety of family matters including divorce and financial matters, private law children matters and protection against domestic violence. I am also part of the Employment team advising both employers and employees on a wide range of contractual documents and Compromise Agreements. I also represent clients at the Employment Tribunal

About Sue

I trained with a City firm before joining Hanne & Co. I became an equity partner in 1982 and during the 1980s and 1990s concentrated on developing the small but well established family department from our Lavender Hill offices. I have practiced family law for 31 years and specialise in financial settlements. I enjoy cases with unusual or complex issues, involving foreign jurisdictions, third party interests, hidden assets or confiscation cases.

I am a trained mediator and am on the Law Society Advanced Family Law Panel where my specialist areas are ancillary relief, children and domestic violence. I have also worked for a period for the Legal Services Commission as a Peer Reviewer. Out of work I am kept busy trying to manage 3 teenage children. I enjoy reading, theatre and walking in the Surrey hills.

About Anna

I trained with Hanne & Co and following qualification went to work for a specialist Family Law firm dealing with all aspects of family law on a private and publicly funded basis.

In July 2007 I returned to Hanne & Co where I work exclusively in the family department. I run a varied caseload with an emphasis on complicated children matters, ancillary relief and domestic violence. I endeavour to use a conciliatory approach where possible to resolve issues regarding the breakdown of family in a non-aggressive manner. However, where this is not possible I take a practical approach to deal with matters efficiently and effectively to achieve the best possible result in each case. I enjoy travelling and spending time with my family. I can also speak conversational Greek.

About Elinor

I am a solicitor in the Family department where I have gained experience in a broad range of family law issues. I am also part of the Wills, Probate and Trusts team dealing with both contentious and non-contentious issues. I have experience of advising in probate, wills and inheritance tax matters. I also deal with all types of probate and trust disputes including will and administration disputes and disputes under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.

I am committed to resolving disputes in a practical and constructive way in order to achieve the best outcome for my clients. I am conscious of the personal nature of both family and probate disputes and try my best to deal with the issues raised in a sensitive and considerate manner.

About Claire

I am a solicitor in the Family Team. I advise clients on a broad range of family matters including divorce and financial issues, disputes involving unmarried couples, and protection from domestic violence. My work also involves private law children disputes including applications for leave to remove from the jurisdiction as well as applications for unmarried parents.

I adopt a practical and non-confrontational approach to resolving family disputes wherever possible. I am mindful that litigation is sometimes unavoidable and I am experienced in dealing with cases in this way. I undertake both private and publicly funded work. I commenced my training contract with the firm in 2007 and qualified as a solicitor in May 2009.

About James

I graduated with a degree in European Law and Languages and have practiced family law exclusively since qualification. I specialise in financial cases for married and unmarried clients and cases involving children, often with an international element. I also draft pre-marital and pre-civil partnership agreements.

I am an Accredited Resolution Specialist in 2 areas- Child Abduction and Domestic Abuse. I regularly represent clients in cases where a parent wishes to relocate with their children to another country and where children have been abducted. I am on the referral lists of specialist solicitors held by both the International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) and Reunite. Out of work I enjoy cooking, cycling, running and socialising. I speak French.

About Grainne

I am a solicitor with the family department with a focus on matrimonial and non-matrimonial finances, private children law and pre-nuptial and separation agreements.

I genuinely enjoy getting to know clients and considering carefully the best way I can help them. I understand that one size certainly does not fit all and I approach each case differently thinking laterally to ensure the route taken gets the best possible results.

I understand the sensitive nature of family law cases and approach matters in a non-confrontational and conciliatory manner. To this end, I am a member of Resolution, the largest organisation of family lawyers in the UK.

Out of work, I enjoy yoga and running (often partaking in charitable events such as the Race for Life).

About Joanna

I graduated from the University of Leeds with a degree in History. I then worked and travelled in South-East Asia and Australia before studying for the Graduate Diploma in Law and the Legal Practice Court at the College of Law. I completed my training at Hanne & Co and joined the family team. I specialise in all aspects of family law including domestic violence, children disputes, divorce and associated financial matters.

I understand that family conflicts are often extremely stressful for clients. I take a pragmatic yet sensitive approach to each case and my aim is to reach a fair and constructive resolution so my clients can move on with their lives in a positive way. Out of work I enjoy cooking, watching films and releasing my inner dancing queen.

About Ian

I trained with HCL Hanne & Co, qualifying in June 1997. I then remained at the firm for a further six months or so before moving to a specialist housing firm, Cook and Partners, where I was acting solely for landlords. Whilst at that firm I spent the majority of my time representing clients at various County Courts throughout London. In April 2001 I moved to another firm in South London, McMillan Williams, where I was head of the housing department.

I returned to Hanne & Co in October 2002, again as head of the housing department, and have continued to represent both landlords and tenants over a wide range of areas of housing law. As a department, we try to ensure that our clients' housing issues, whatever they may be, are resolved as efficiently and painlessly as possible and we appreciate that having good and suitable housing is one of the most important issues in anyone's life.

About Claire

I have practiced housing law exclusively since qualification. I act for both landlords and tenants, leaseholders and freeholders. The variety of clients I assist has allowed me to view a case from all angles to the benefit of my clients.

I am experienced in dealing with cases at every level from straight forward rent possession cases in the County Court to Judicial Review applications in the High Court. I have also dealt with cases on appeal in the Supreme Court, which have concluded with beneficial results for clients and helped to change the law for the greater good. Out of work I have 2 young children who keep me on my toes. I enjoy reading crime thrillers, dancing and travelling.

About Claire

I am a Partner in the Wills, Probate & Trusts Department, but also cover some areas in the Family Department. I worked as a Registered General Nurse for many years before studying law. I deal with Wills, Probate, Administration of Estates and Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and I specialise in contentious probate, where there are disputes over estates. This can involve disputes over Trusts for Land, which overlap with my work on financial issues on relationship breakdowns. I try to listen to my clients' individual circumstances and look at achieving not only a fair resolution to disputes, but one that is practical and workable.

Out of work I have two children who are still in full time education. I enjoy skiing, reading, and country walks.

About Lydia

I recently qualified in July 2011 after having trained with Hanne & Co. After spending six months in the Private Family Law Department I moved into the Wills, Probate and Trust Department. I deal with an array of cases including those relating to Wills, Probate, Administration of Estates and Trusts, Court of Protection and Lasting Power of Attorneys. Prior to Hanne & Co I worked for a criminal firm in North London where I qualified as a police representative.

I am bi-lingual in Italian and have a degree in Politics and Italian from the University of Exeter. I completed the Graduate Diploma in Law and the Legal Practice Course at the College of Law, Guildford.

Out of work I am an enthusiastic skier. I enjoy travelling, the theatre, visiting art galleries and can often be found in the gym.

About Nia

I read English at Durham University and obtained a Masters degree in English art and literature before embarking on my legal training. I was articled at what was then Trower, Still and Keeling in Lincoln's Inn. I am a member of the Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners and of the Law Society's Probate Section.

I am a MENCAP recommended lawyer and specialise in advising people who want to provide for children with learning or other disabilities through wills and/or the creation of lifetime trusts. Away from the office I am the chair of a small charity which makes grants to people with such disabilities; this adds to my knowledge of the challenges faced by those who have disabilities. To relax I enjoy going to the theatre and exhibitions, reading and my weekly art class.

About Sabrina

I am a Trainee Solicitor at the firm and I am currently working in the employment team. I have also undertaken seats in child care law, family law and housing.

I joined Hanne & Co in August 2010. Prior to joining the firm I worked as a paralegal in a large West Midlands firm working in the areas of family law and crime.

I completed my law degree at the University of Leicester in 2006 and went on to complete my Legal Practice Course at the College of Law, attaining a distinction.

I am also an accredited police station representative and have advised and assisted clients at the police station in relation to a variety of offences ranging from the minor, to the very serious.

Out of work, I enjoy reading and creative writing. I am a keen traveller and enjoy taking part in adventurous activities such as canoeing, kayaking and rock climbing.

About Tom

I have a degree in Sociology & Criminology, the Graduate Diploma in Law, Legal Practice Course and an LLM in International Business Law. I am also a qualified Family Law Mediator. Before life at Hanne & Co, I worked at Hocker, Morrow & Sterling, Hutcheons and Stephensons.

I am committed to client care and hope that my achievements to date demonstrate the determination I possess. I am a keen learner and enjoy meeting people from all walks of life. I have had an interest in music for many years, both writing and recording. I enjoy travelling, spending time with friends and walking my dogs.

About Victoria

I graduated from the University of Chester with a first class degree in Law. I then completed a Masters Degree at Bangor University in Criminology and Criminal Justice. Following completion of my Masters Degree I studied the Legal Practice Course at The College of Law in Chester.

I am working in the Family Department at Hanne & Co and I advise a range of clients on a number of matters such as divorce and cases involving domestic violence. I am also very interested in criminal law and I am aiming to complete my police station accreditation in the forthcoming year.

About Emel

I joined Hanne & Co as a Legal Assistant. having been called to the Bar in July 2008. I am currently in the process of converting to become a solicitor. At present I am sat in the Private Family Law Department where I am gaining a wide range of experience in ancillary relief proceedings, disputes concerning children and injunction matters. The structure of the training allows for lots of responsibility whilst being guided by experienced solicitors. I have had opportunities to practice my advocacy skills before District and Circuit Judges. No two days in the office are ever the same. The work is constantly challenging and highly rewarding.

Outside of work I enjoy going to the gym, socialising with friends, travelling and attempting (rather poorly) to cook traditional Turkish dishes.

About Tarnjit

I studied geological sciences at Imperial College and subsequently completed the GDL and LPC. Prior to commencing my training contract I helped set up and run an engineering business in Surrey. I worked within the company for a number of years and at the same time studied for the post graduate diploma in notarial practice at Cambridge University. I qualified as a notary public and worked for a firm of notaries public in London.

I have experience on private family, wills trusts and private client as well as commercial law. I am currently based in conveyancing department dealing mainly with residential transactions. In addition to my duties as a trainee I practise as a notary public and regularly deal with both individual and company notarial documentation. Away from work I enjoy reading, going to the cinema, spending money and promoting the notarial activities of Hanne & Co.

About Jenny

After gaining a 2.1 (Hons) BSc in Psychology at Nottingham University I went on to complete the GDL and LPC at The College of Law; gaining a Distinction on the LPC in 2010. Following my graduation I gained a Paralegal role at a law firm in Surrey which gave me exposure to Probate, Family and Property Law. I started at Hanne & Co as a Paralegal at the beginning of 2011 and began my Training Contract that same summer. I am currently carrying out my seat in the Family Department and I am looking forward to gaining experience in a number of different areas of law including; Conveyancing, Employment and Probate.

I enjoy performing music in my spare time as well as keeping fit with Zumba!

About Samantha

I graduated from Newcastle University and completed my Post Graduate Studies at the College of Law, York in 2004 before training with a firm in Yorkshire. I previously worked in private practice and for a charity. I now deal with care proceedings and represent parents in relation to issues in which social services are involved, including cases involving neglect, emotional harm and allegations of abuse. I also represent clients seeking contact with their children / grandchildren / family in Contact, Residence and Special Guardianship Proceedings.

I have a sympathetic and calm approach and deal with clients in a thoughtful and sensitive manner at a very difficult time. Out of work I enjoy travelling, socialising and following the fortunes of my football team, Liverpool FC.

About Alice

Prior to joining Hanne & Co I studied Law at King's College London and then completed the Legal Practice Course at The College of Law, Bloomsbury. I am currently assisting the family department as a paralegal. My role within the firm varies from attending court, preparing bundles for counsel to taking instructions from clients.

Outside of work I enjoy playing tennis, running and hosting dinner parties.

About Mike

I read sociology at Sussex University before studying the Common Professional Examination at the same institution. I moved to London where I completed the Legal Practice Course at BPP Law School.

I then worked freelance as a police station representative on behalf of some of London's leading criminal law firms. I have successfully represented a number of high profile clients.

I have lots of experience with clients, espcially in advising them at the police station where they have been interrogated about their suspected involvement in murder, rape, GBH, firearms and other very serious offences.

Outside of work I enjoy going to the gym, playing sports such as rugby, football and mixed martial arts.