James King-Smith

James has been a barrister for over 30 years. He specialises in the area of divorce and finance and one of his most high profile cases was to represent the wife of the highest ever UK lottery winner in ancillary relief proceedings.

What the directories say

“continues to draw praise for his experience in family law, and particularly for his expertise in complex financial matters, often with substantial assets.”
(Chambers and Partners 2014)

“an experienced family law expert, whose ability to handle high-value ancillary relief matters garners him particular praise. Sources note that “he has a great manner and is very reliable.”
(Chambers and Partners 2013)

“The knowledgeable and invariably correct James King-Smith”
(Chambers & Partners, 2011)

“someone one turns to in order to get the right answer or to deal with complex or technical issues”
(Legal 500, 2010)

What the clients say

“The procedure for enquiry and appointing a direct assess barrister has, in this instance, proven to be a very straightforward and very worthwhile endeavour. Both the clerk (T.Hills) and the barrister (Mr King Smith) proved to be extremely efficient and knowledgeable. Mr King Smith is a very approachable and friendly chap whose representation and expertise were without question and were acknowledged by both me and the judge concerned. I am very grateful for the work he carried out and for the very satisfactory results.” (November 2018)

Areas of Law

Divorce and Finance

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