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27 November 2023
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Birketts—Vanda James

Partner joins as Head of Family

Birketts has announced the arrival of Vanda James as Partner and Head of Family in its Sevenoaks office.

Joining Birketts from fellow Kent law firm Cripps, Vanda has nearly 30 years’ experience and is an expert across all aspects of family law. Vanda specialises in complex financial cases and has notable experience in international child relocation and other highly sensitive matters.

On joining the firm, Vanda said: “I am thrilled and delighted to join the Birketts team and to play an important role in growing our practice in the South-East. I am looking forward to bringing my knowledge and experience to help support the team and deliver next level service for our clients.”

Katie Beaven, Partner in the Family Team said: “Vanda’s reputation is formidable, she is driven to achieving the very best outcomes, providing clear and valuable advice, and we are certain that she will be instrumental to achieving the desired outcomes for our clients.”

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Family law must shift from conflict-driven litigation to child-centred problem-solving, according to a major new report. Writing in NLJ this week, Caroline Bowden of Anthony Gold outlines findings showing overwhelming support for reform, with 92% agreeing lawyers owe duties to children as well as clients
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