About Colleen
FRENCH VERSION / VERSION FRANÇAISE
Colleen is a Senior Associate in the Family team. She is a fluent French speaker and advises on all aspects of family law issues, with a particular specialism in cases with an Anglo-French element.
Colleen is committed to resolving matters in a pragmatic and amicable fashion, and is fully focused on achieving the best outcome for her clients. She regularly works with intermediaries on cases, such as foreign lawyers, therapists and financial advisors, to ensure clients have the support that they need.
Colleen is a Committee member and Administrator of the England and Wales section of the Franco-British Lawyers Society and helps organise and host events on a variety of legal topics. Colleen is listed in the Pro Bono Recognition List 2025.
Colleen studied Law and French at the University of Leeds. This included a year studying French law at the Université de Nancy II. After a period working at a think tank in Westminster, Colleen joined the firm to complete her training contract. Upon qualification, Colleen undertook a secondment at leading French family boutique bwg associés in Paris.
Insights from Colleen
Divorcing in England with pension assets in Switzerland
Cross Practice Insights Part 2: Disputes About Parentage in Family and Succession Cases
Going your separate ways – matrimonial regimes, nuptial agreements and divorce
Case Update – Claimants beware in cases with several potential defendants
Think, Act, Report – the Government continues its war on inequality in the workplace
Gender diversity on boards – the fight continues
Till death us do part – matrimonial regimes, nuptial agreements and inheritance
French matrimonial regimes: the wide ranging impact for couples with Anglo-French connections
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