Ruth Goodman

Family Law Solicitor

Ruth attained a law degree from Oxford University and since qualifying as a Solicitor in 2001 has worked exclusively in Family Law.

Ruth has experience in all areas of family and matrimonial law including divorce and dissolution of civil partnerships and the resolution of financial matters, separation of unmarried couples, pre/post-marital and cohabitation agreements and child arrangements. Ruth has a particular interest in high conflict child arrangements cases and has represented parents, step-parents, grandparents and other relatives facing many different family situations.

Ruth offers a sympathetic and practical approach to family law problems and is keen to ensure clients are fully informed about their various options including whether to issue court proceedings or pursue alternative methods of dispute resolution. Ruth enjoys advocacy but will always advise whether instructing a barrister is appropriate.

Ruth is a member of the Family Law accreditation scheme.

Ruth has 2 school-age children and in her free time enjoys horse riding, walking and movies.

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2 days ago
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2 days ago
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1 week ago
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Katie G.
1 week ago
My partner and I have just bought our first house and used Askews as our conveyancers and we could not recommend them highly enough. Our solicitor was Chanel and she was brilliant, so professional and approachable, efficient and organised. We were never waiting on her for anything, she was so proactive. She was patient with us as we had not bought a house before, taking the time to explain the process and providing reassurance when needed. Everything you could possibly want in a solicitor. Thank you so much Chanel!
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1 week ago
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