Anne McAllister

Anne McAllister

Partner, Deputy Head of Department

Family

Anne is a highly experienced family law partner who specialises in financial matters arising from separation and complex child arrangement cases.

She combines significant litigation experience with a constructive, settlement-focused approach, ensuring the best possible outcomes for her clients.

Having practised exclusively in family law since 2006, Anne brings extensive experience from her work at prestigious Legal 500 firms in Central London.

She takes a holistic approach to family law matters, working seamlessly with accountants, financial advisors and family therapists to provide comprehensive support to her clients. Her practical, resolution-focused strategy helps clients navigate challenging times whilst protecting their interests.

Qualifications & Memberships

Anne is a Resolution accredited specialist in financial matters and an accredited ‘all issues’ mediator through the Family Mediation Council. This dual expertise allows her to offer creative, yet practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.

She is particularly skilled in alternative dispute resolution, including arbitration and round table negotiations, providing clients with efficient, cost-effective pathways to resolution.

Experience

Complex financial settlements

Acting in high-net-worth financial cases involving complex company structures and pension arrangements, including successful applications for freezing injunctions and handling international asset portfolios

International child arrangements

Representing clients in sensitive child arrangement disputes involving children with complex needs, successfully managing cases requiring expert testimony and handling both internal and international relocation applications

Multi-party financial proceedings

Advising clients through multi-faceted financial settlements involving third-party intervenors, interim maintenance applications and enforcement proceedings

What our clients say:

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“Anne McAlister was a life saver on my case. She helped me, not only with her expertise in law but also gave me emotional support when needed. I call her Super Anne because she is truly super in delivering her work.”

Recent Family Law Client

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“Anne was very supportive and professional throughout my interactions with her. She guided me through what was a very challenging period and I always had full confidence in our discussions and her advice.”

Recent Family Law Client

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