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Chambers and Partners 2025
Family/Matrimonial - The South - Band 3
What the Team is Known For
Clarkson Wright & Jakes is a well-known family law practice in Kent handling post-separation issues, including child arrangements and financial remedy matters. It is experienced in handling cases involving inherited wealth, businesses, pensions and property, providing advice to both mid and high net worth clients. The team is also instructed on other Children Act cases, including international child relocations.
Strengths
"They are very efficient, up to date and quick to respond to all my queries."
"It's an excellent team. They were very clear about all aspects of the divorce process and the advice they gave was reassuring."
"Communication was handled promptly, efficiently and with clarity. Their response time was excellent, as was the overall service."
Notable Practitioners
Claire Schneck heads the family law practice at Clarkson Wright & Jakes. She has experience advising on complex divorce cases involving inheritance matters and pensions, and is equally adept at handling proceedings brought under the Children Act. "Claire did a brilliant job for me in circumstances that were sometimes tricky. From the outset, she was clear and very focused on what needed to be done to resolve the matter." "Claire was very strong in every aspect of my divorce. She delivered upfront, concise and proactive advice throughout." "Claire gave excellent advice throughout my case and was very reassuring." "Claire is a seasoned family lawyer and knows how to progress a case sensibly whilst achieving a good outcome for her client." "Claire has been very knowledgeable and I have the upmost confidence in the advice she has given to me. I have been guided by her through every step of my divorce."
Chambers and Partners 2024
Claire Schneck - Band 2
Clarkson Wright & Jakes is a well-known family law practice handling post-separation issues, including child arrangements and financial remedy matters. It is experienced in handling cases involving inherited wealth, businesses, pensions and property, providing advice to both mid and high net worth clients. The team is also frequently instructed on Children Act proceedings including international child relocation cases.
Strengths
"The firm provides exceptional service and first-class support in a timely manner."
"Clarkson Wright & Jakes operate with a very high service level and the team is incredibly responsive - I have never been left waiting for an answer."
"All members of the team were very approachable, knowledgeable and responsive."
"The firm strives to maintain strong relationships and they get results."
Notable practitioners
Claire Schneck heads the family law practice at Clarkson Wright & Jakes. She has experience advising on complex divorce cases involving inheritance matters and pensions, and is equally adept at handling proceedings brought under the Children Act. "She is a wonderful lawyer both on children and financial matters." "Claire made sure that every box was ticked and reassured me of the outcome from the start." "She provided a very professional service and demonstrated excellent knowledge. She is a pleasure to work with."
Chambers and Partners 2023
Claire Schneck – Band 2
Claire Schneck heads the family law practice at Clarkson Wright & Jakes. She has experience advising on complex divorce cases involving inheritance matters and pensions, and is equally adept at handling proceedings brought under the Children Act.
Strengths
"Claire is very professional and has a wealth of knowledge."
"Not only is she able to advise on complex matters, she is able to explain them in a way that is easy to understand."
"Claire is an outstanding solicitor; she provides clear, expert and pragmatic advice."
Chambers and Partners 2022
"They are sensible, practical and deal sensitively with the issues while giving full and proper advice."
What the team is known for Well-known family law practice handling post-separation issues, including child arrangements and financial remedy matters. Experienced in handling cases involving inherited wealth, businesses, pensions and property, advising both mid and high net worth clients. Also frequently instructed on Children Act proceedings including international child relocation cases.
Strengths One source describes the firm's work as "well prepared, thorough, and very accurate."
Notable practitioners
Claire Shneck has experience advising on complex divorce cases involving inheritance matters and pensions. She is also adept at handling proceedings brought under the Children Act.
"She is extremely reliable and knowledgeable."
"Claire Schneck is exceptional at managing people's emotions without giving them unreal expectations.