James specialises in the financial and other consequences of relationship formation or breakdown. He is considered an expert in complex financial cases, including those involving businesses and trust/tax structures. He has considerable knowledge of pre-nuptial agreements (having sat on the Law Commission Advisory Group). James is known as a leader in the field in relation to same-sex relationships. James also acts for other family members, business partners or individuals who own property together or face family related legal issues. James is supported by a full practice firm including advisors on tax, wealth planning, immigration, company law, etc. James is rated by both Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500. He has lectured nationally and internationally and regularly appears in the legal and mainstream media. James is both an accredited mediator and a collaborative family lawyer. James is Joint Managing Partner at Russell-Cooke LLP.
