Bangor · Y Felinheli

Karen Bennett

Karen Bennett

Consultant · Solicitor

Karen Bennett decided to return to her family roots and set up the Practice in 1999. Prior to her move back to the North West, Karen was one of two co-founders and a Senior Partner of a practice near London where she presided as Head of the Family Law department.

Having over 40 years’ Family Law experience, Karen’s specific areas of expertise are dealing with financial matters for high net worth clients. In recent years she has represented clients where the assets have ranged from £8 million to in excess of £35 million. She also specialises in complex farming cases and cases including Trusts.

Regularly appearing in the Family Courts across North Wales, Chester, the North West of England and London. Karen is based in North Wales, and frequently travels to London and the Home Counties in order to meet with her clients.

Karen believes wholeheartedly in a non-confrontational approach to family matters. However, she can also be firm and robust in striving to reach a fair settlement for every client, every time.

Posts by Karen Bennett

Latest legal news and guidance written by Karen.

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Family Law 21/03/2025

Following a divorce or separation, relocating with a child is often an emotional and complex process. Many points must be considered, including the child’s best interests, parental rights and legal...

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Probate 20/03/2025

Here in the UK, probate is the legal process that provides people with the authority required to manage a deceased person’s estate. Probate involves confirming if a will is valid...

Family Law 16/03/2025

Using divorce solicitors in North Wales is essential during relationship breakdowns. Not only can they help mediate difficult situations, but they will also help couples navigate issues such as children...

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