
Jemima read Jurisprudence (Law) at Somerville College, Oxford and achieved a distinction within her Legal Practice Course.
Jemima advises on all areas of private family law, including divorce and associated jurisdictional issues, financial claims following relationship breakdown, and private law children matters. Jemima has experience working on cases involving complex disputes, often with an international element. She has represented a wide range of clients, including high-net-worth and high-profile individuals, business-owners, and their spouses.
In 2025, Jemima was shortlisted for the Lexis Nexis Young Solicitor of the Year award.
"Jemima Kearney is a highly intelligent, eloquent, empathetic, and detail-focused associate, a bright future star in divorce law." - Legal 500
"Jemima was incredibly thorough, kept me informed, and made sure my voice was represented in every discussion and decision. She balanced compassion with a clear, strategic approach, and because of her expertise, I felt reassured and supported throughout. Thanks to Jemima’s dedication, we were able to reach a positive outcome that was in the best interest of my child. I highly recommend Jemima and Vardags to anyone needing a family solicitor who truly cares about their clients and goes above and beyond." - Former client
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Jemima loves to travel, both around the United Kingdom and further afield, having recently completed her goal to travel to 30 countries around the world. Outside of work, Jemima volunteers with the Royal Society for Blind Children (’RSBC’).
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We offer a free consultation to suitable clients, typically those where the family's net assets are in excess of £1m or the combined income is in excess of £150,000
Vardags is one of the UK’s top divorce law firms. We specialise in complex, high net worth and international cases. Our President Ayesha Vardag has been widely described as “Britain’s Top Divorce Lawyer” and the “Diva of Divorce”.
Our divorce solicitors have been involved in some of the highest profile cases of recent years at all levels up to the Supreme Court. Most of our cases are managed discreetly and are kept out of the media, but we are adept at managing the press if necessary.
Our top divorce lawyers have acted for or against financiers, entrepreneurs, footballers, celebrities, members of royal families, and the aristocracy. We fight hard where necessary but negotiate to get the best result whenever possible.