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20 February 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Furley Page—Rayma Collins

Family law specialist joins as head of department

Kent firm Furley Page has welcomed Rayma Collins to the firm, announcing her appointment as partner and head of the firm’s family law team.

Rayma joins the firm from Warners in west Kent, where she also headed the family law department. She specialises in advising on all manner of family law matters, including divorce, asset protection and child-related disputes.

Senior partner Peter Hawkes said: ‘I am delighted to welcome Rayma Collins to the firm. She is amongst the top practitioners in her field in Kent. Rayma has vast experience of family law and her appointment is a sign of our commitment to build a strong and talented team that delivers outstanding service for our clients.’

Rayma added: ‘I am delighted to have joined Furley Page, a firm who has such an excellent reputation in Kent for legal advice. I am looking forward to working with the team in strengthening the support we are able to offer clients during what is often a very distressing time in their lives.’ 

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