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Philip Giles

Managing Partner, Head of Family Law

With over 20 years’ experience in advising individuals who are going through difficult family situations, whether that be separation or following a death, Philip Giles has grown a huge reputation in supporting and working with his clients ensures that they achieve a fair outcome with dignity and resilience. Philip advises on high value and complex divorces, co-owned property, co-habitation, and pre-nuptial agreements. He heads a strong team of family lawyers.

Additionally, Philip advises in the area of contentious probate where he will fight to ensure the fairness of family dependency followed the death of a loved one, or a disputed will.

His years as an accredited mediator means that he brings constructive and solutions focused advice to his clients. Described by the Legal 500 as “highly effective”.

Philip also sits as a Deputy District Judge.

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When to report a solicitor to the SRA

If you have complained to your solicitor about breaching the SRA Code of Conduct and are not satisfied with their response, you can report them to the SRA. Examples of a breach include:

  • Dishonesty
  • Fraud
  • Discrimination

When to contact the Legal Ombudsman

If you have complained to your solicitor about poor service and you are not satisfied with their response, you can contact the Legal Ombudsman who deal with poor service, such as:

  • Delayed or unclear communication
  • Problems with your bill
  • Loss of documents