David Hickmott

Principal Associate

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What can I do for you

David is a specialist family lawyer who advises clients on a range of matters. David’s work includes divorce, financial remedy, children issues and nuptial agreements.

David has particular experience of working on complex private children matters including those with an international element.

Supporting your ambitions

David understands how challenging a relationship breakdown or children dispute can be and is able to offer guidance and strategic legal advice in a supportive and sympathetic way. David takes a holistic approach to achieve the best outcome for clients and their families.

David works hard to protect the commercial and personal interests of his clients. David appreciates that each client has their own priorities and concerns and works closely with clients to ensure these are met.   

What else should you know?

David has had articles published in the Family Law Journal and the Trust and Estates Law and Tax Journal. David has additional experience of dealing with public law children cases, matters concerning mental capacity and probate and trust litigation. 

David is a member of Resolution.

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