Elizabeth jointed Collas Crill in January 2021. Elizabeth was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2003 and practiced at 4 Paper Buildings in London, a leading chambers of specialist family law barristers in the UK. Having developed a busy practice with an emphasis in private law children cases and matrimonial finance claims, Elizabeth returned to Guernsey in 2012 and qualified as an Advocate in 2016.
Elizabeth is a member of Resolution and is a trained collaborative lawyer.
Elizabeth regularly appears before the Royal Court of Guernsey and has recently appeared in the Guernsey Court of Appeal in Q v Q [2020]GCA016,
Changing your name in Guernsey is relatively straightforward but usually requires a brief Court attendance. We can guide you smoothly through the process.
Contact us //When managing a divorce or separation, the welfare of the children is paramount. With this in mind, we will help you through the legal process with a sensitive and yet practical approach.
Child Law - the basics
Flow chart of applications relating to children
Different types of Court order
Family Proceedings Advisory Service
International relocation
Child abduction and how to prevent it
Domestic abuse and violence
The Child, Youth & Community Tribunal
Grandparents' rights
Adoption
Common questions
There is no such thing as 'common law marriage', nor are there any specific rules relating to cohabitation. On separation, the issues can become complex requiring expert guidance.
Contact us //We provide practical advice in plain English on all aspects of divorce and separation. We will guide you through the legal process as quickly, painlessly and cost effectively as possible.
Divorce - the basics
Grounds for divorce
Same sex marriage and divorce
Defended divorce
Flow chart of an undefended divorce
Alternatives to divorce
Ten practical tips for getting divorced
Common questions
Our legal team has extensive expertise in all areas of family law and is known for providing a personalised, responsive service to clients.
Contact us //Financial issues can be one of the more challenging aspects of divorce and separation. We provide robust, cost effective advice on the various options available to separating parties.
Options at a glance
Finances - the basics
Flow chart of a financial application
Different types of Court order
How the Court decides who gets what
Financial dispute resolution hearings
Alternatives to Court
Common questions
On the breakdown of a marriage or relationship, either party or children may need protection. The law aims to provide immediate protection for those who need it, and if you find yourself in this position then it is essential that you act quickly. We offer expert advice and guidance in this area.
Contact us //In an ever-shrinking world, disputes involving international family law are becoming more and more common. We offer specialist legal advice in this area.
Contact us //Judicial separations are unique to Guernsey and present a quick and cost effective way of securing an agreement in relation to children and finances. We will advise and guide you smoothly through the process.
Contact us //While prenuptial agreements are not legally binding, they are becoming an increasingly common feature of modern-day marriage. We offer expert advice and guidance in this area.
Contact us //Collas Crill expands to family law
Collas Crill has extended its family law services in the Channel Islands as part of its private client offering with the appointment of new Guernsey-based partners Adrian...