Top divorce lawyers serving Islington ===================================== Vardags is a top divorce and family law firm working exclusively on high value cases, serving clients in Islington and the surrounding area. Our President Ayesha Vardag has been widely described as "[Britain's Top Divorce Lawyer](https://vardags.com/solicitors/london/ayesha-vardag)" and the "Diva of Divorce". We specialise in large and complex divorce cases. These often feature private companies, property empires, trusts, and international/hidden assets. ![Ayesha Vardag](https://vardags.com/images/staff/ayesha-vardag.jpg)Ayesha Vardag Founder & President "Britain's Top Divorce Lawyer" "Diva of Divorce For The Super Rich" "Rolls Royce service from start to finish" [BOOK MY FREE CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/contact/consultation) 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. Our experienced family lawyers will take the time to understand the details of your unique situation and talk you through the next stages of the legal process. We will then be able to give you a sense of the possible outcomes of your case and even the likely cost. Request discreet follow-up We aim to get back to you within 10 minutes. Please tick this box if you are also happy to be contacted by **WhatsApp** What our top divorce lawyers and family law solicitors serving Islington can offer you -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vardags' team of top divorce lawyers offer unparalleled legal support to our clients in Islington. We understand that navigating a divorce can be a challenging and emotionally charged period for you and your family. Our goal is to guide you through this process with compassion and expertise, securing the most favourable outcome for you. Our award-winning family lawyers for Islington specialise in: - Handling complex [high-net-worth and ultra-high-new-worth divorces](https://vardags.com/law-guide/the-ultimate-guide-to-high-net-worth-and-ultra-high-net-worth-divorces) that involve substantial financial settlements. - Managing sensitive divorce cases, including those involving [celebrities](https://vardags.com/team/specialist-divorce-lawyers/celebrities-divorce), [sportspeople](https://vardags.com/team/specialist-divorce-lawyers/divorce-lawyers-footballers-sportspeople), [royalty](https://vardags.com/team/specialist-divorce-lawyers/divorce-lawyers-royalty-aristocracy), [entrepreneurs](https://vardags.com/team/specialist-divorce-lawyers/entrepreneurs-divorce), and [business executives](https://vardags.com/team/specialist-divorce-lawyers/entrepreneurs-divorce). - Resolving disputes over the custody and residence of [children](https://vardags.com/guide/children). - [Pre-nuptial agreements](https://vardags.com/law-guide/basic-principles/prenuptial-agreements) to safeguard your financial future and protecting your assets during a divorce. - Conducting [forensic financial investigations](https://vardags.com/solicitors/london/katharine-danby), tracing hidden assets and providing accurate spousal valuations. - Dissolving [civil partnerships](https://vardags.com/law-guide/basic-principles/guide-to-civil-partnerships). - Preserving the [reputation and privacy](https://vardags.com/guide/reputation-and-privacy) of our clients throughout the divorce process and beyond. - Advising on [property law](https://vardags.com/services/property), assisting our clients with the purchase, sale, and mortgaging of luxury homes in Islington. The importance of acting first ------------------------------ Filing a divorce petition first can give you the legal edge over your spouse, ensuring that our top divorce lawyers deliver the greatest outcome for you and your family. If you think you may need our help, don't delay. [Contact Vardags](https://vardags.com/contact) before your spouse does. VARDAGS Islington ----------------- Tel: [020 7404 9390](https://vardags.com/tel:020%207404%209390) WhatsApp: 07385025158 YOUR NEAREST FAMILY COURT: Central Family Court and Court of Protection First Avenue House 42-49 High Holborn London WC1V 6NP 020 7421 8594 [Open in maps ](https://goo.gl/maps/7deCE4VUUnTEXhCS8) ### DIRECTIONS The Central Family Court and Court of Protection is located in the heart of Central London along High Holborn near Chancery Lane station. For those arriving by rail, Chancery Lane is the closest station on the Central Line, whilst Holborn station is nearby and on the Picadilly line. For those planning to travel by car, the nearest parking is at Holborn Gate Car Park near Chancery Ln. ### MEET OUR Islington TEAM ### [Ayesha Vardag](https://vardags.com/solicitors/ayesha-vardag "Ayesha Vardag") Founder & President Serves clients in Islington and the surrounding areas "AYESHA VARDAG - BRITAIN'S TOP DIVORCE LAWYER." The Telegraph "Britain's top divorce lawyer" Ayesha Vardag rose to fame for winning the landmark Supreme Court case of Radmacher v Granatino in 2010, changing the law to... [READ MORE](https://vardags.com/solicitors/ayesha-vardag) [BOOK CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/lawyers/ayesha-vardag "SELECT") ### [Simon McKirgan](https://vardags.com/solicitors/simon-mckirgan "Simon McKirgan") Senior Partner - Divorce & Family Serves clients in Islington and the surrounding areas "[SIMON MCKIRGAN IS] IMMENSELY SKILLED AND WORKS FORMIDABLY HARD." Legal 500 Simon McKirgan is Senior Partner at Vardags and a top international divorce lawyer, with experience in representing individuals or their spouses/partners from... [READ MORE](https://vardags.com/solicitors/simon-mckirgan) [BOOK CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/lawyers/simon-mckirgan "SELECT") ### [David Lister](https://vardags.com/solicitors/david-lister "David Lister") Senior Partner and Head of London Family - Divorce & Family Serves clients in Islington and the surrounding areas "BRILLIANT WITH A REAL SPARK WHICH CLIENTS LOVE" Legal 500 David is a Senior Partner at Vardags, and as of November 2025, is the Head of London Family. With over 35 years of experience at the forefront of the profession... [READ MORE](https://vardags.com/solicitors/david-lister) [BOOK CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/lawyers/david-lister "SELECT") ### [Robert Hines](https://vardags.com/solicitors/robert-hines "Robert Hines") Partner - Divorce & Family Serves clients in Islington and the surrounding areas "ROB IS AN EXCEPTIONALLY GOOD LAWYER. HE HAS A HUGE BRAIN AND THUS WITH A MORE TECHNICAL CASE HE IS..." Legal 500 Robert Hines is a Partner at Vardags, advising on all aspects of family law particularly cases involving contentious or strategic planning elements. Robert has... [READ MORE](https://vardags.com/solicitors/robert-hines) [BOOK CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/lawyers/robert-hines "SELECT") ### [Hannah Best](https://vardags.com/solicitors/hannah-best "Hannah Best") Associate Serves clients in Islington and the surrounding areas "HANNAH IS A WONDERFUL RISING JUNIOR STAR WHO IS INCREDIBLY WELL-LIKED AND BOUND TO GO FAR." Legal 500 Hannah is an Associate at Vardags. Although Hannah works on all aspects of family law, she has a particular interest in complex financial disputes, trusts,... [READ MORE](https://vardags.com/solicitors/hannah-best) [BOOK CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/lawyers/hannah-best "SELECT") ### [Lucy Bolton](https://vardags.com/solicitors/lucy-bolton "Lucy Bolton") Partner and Co-Head of Manchester and Regional Offices - Divorce & Family Serves clients in Islington and the surrounding areas "LUCY WILLIAMS IS LOVED BY CLIENTS AND COUNSEL" Legal 500 Lucy is experienced in advising on all matters arising out of divorce and separation, and is experienced in the complex issues that arise with high net worth clients, with... [READ MORE](https://vardags.com/solicitors/lucy-bolton) [BOOK CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/lawyers/lucy-bolton "SELECT") Other members of our team that may be involved in your case ----------------------------------------------------------- ### [Katharine Danby](https://vardags.com/solicitors/katharine-danby "Katharine Danby") Partner — Head of Financial Forensics Serves clients in Islington and the surrounding areas "KATHARINE ACTED AS AN INVALUABLE BROKER BETWEEN ME AND MY LAWYER, HELPING TO CUT THROUGH ANY JARGON..." Client In cases involving complicated financial structures and arrangements, our Head of Financial Forensics, Katharine Anderson, can offer support to the family law team on your... [READ MORE](https://vardags.com/solicitors/katharine-danby) [BOOK CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/lawyers/katharine-danby "SELECT") ### [Caroline Graham](https://vardags.com/solicitors/caroline-graham "Caroline Graham") Corporate Consultant Serves clients in Islington and the surrounding areas "SIMPLY THE BEST" Legal 500 If there is a business that is part of the marital assets under consideration, our Corporate Consultant, Caroline Graham, can provide assistance in relation to technical... [READ MORE](https://vardags.com/solicitors/caroline-graham) [BOOK CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/lawyers/caroline-graham "SELECT") Media Highlights ---------------- [Time Ayesha Vardag features in Time Magazine](http://time.com/5037316/britain-divorce-london-capital-ayesha-vardag/ "Ayesha Vardag features in Time Magazine") [BBC News David Lister discusses 'Brangelina' divorce on BBC News](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7279887504982302720 "David Lister discusses 'Brangelina' divorce on BBC News") [The Telegraph 'Homemaker' ex-wife of Laura Ashley boss earns mammoth divorce payout](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/06/homemaker-ex-wife-laura-ashley-boss-wins-third-200m-income-payout/ "'Homemaker' ex-wife of Laura Ashley boss earns mammoth divorce payout") [The Telegraph Caroline Korah discusses parental child abduction with The Telegraph](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/global-health/climate-and-people/brexit-stopped-us-getting-our-abducted-children-back/ "Caroline Korah discusses parental child abduction with The Telegraph") [The Times Hidden assets and fluctuating fortunes - how crypto clouds divorce](https://www.thetimes.com/article/12c7dc62-6d9f-4c75-9314-b17a9d4fc98f?shareToken=3393e3e3e8101b72a28c6d95a1c641fe "Hidden assets and fluctuating fortunes - how crypto clouds divorce") What our clients say -------------------- Throughout the period of the divorce and all financial matters, it is evident that the legal team at Vardags care deeply about the welfare of their clients. This is demonstrated through ensuring that a swift, fair and amicable... resolution remains the focus of all work undertaken. This of course has been in my best interest and in fact, the interest of all parties involved. Sarah Seikegba Ethical & compassionate as well as being very good at what they do. N Lanfray My experience with Vardags has been exceptional. They helped me through all the complicated bureaucracy and process involved in dissolving my Civil Partnership. I would, without hesitation, recommend Vardags if you want a highly... professional and compassionate legal team to get you to the outcome you desire. J Rourke Do not think twice about engaging this firm, they have been nothing short of brilliant, and in my opinion you will not find better. Nicole Barnes Very comprehensive service with excellent in house expertise. They helped me achieve an outcome that was beyond my expectations. Paul Stringer The review itself is not so much about the Firm but about a singular solicitor who I had the absolute pleasure to have as my solicitor in what I can only describe as the hardest time in my life! her name is Amie Pine. Matt Ballard WE ARE READY TO HELP -------------------- 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 [ Telephone 020 7404 9390](https://vardags.com/tel:020%207404%209390 "Call") Phone lines are open 24 hours WhatsApp 07385025158 Scan QR to open WhatsApp Alternatively, Family Law Fact: False Accusations and Character Defamation ----------------------------------------------------------- False accusations occur when an individual accuses another of having committed an offence when they have not done so. Often, the biggest hurdle to overcome in these situations is that it tends to be one persons word against another, with rarely any witnesses corroborating either position. With social media, false allegations can be posted and circulated widely to multiple recipients with relative ease. Social media posts often have a snowball effect, with the potential to reach millions of people in seconds. There is a huge stigma attached to being falsely accused of an offence, and this can have far-reaching consequences on the accused persons life. Even if the allegations do not lead to criminal charges or sanctions, the effects of being wrongly accused can be devastating. What do I do when a false accusation is made? --------------------------------------------- If you find yourself in this situation, it is essential you seek legal advice as soon as you learn about the allegations. Even if you know you are innocent, it would be a mistake to attend a police interview without proper representation. An experienced solicitor with a deep understanding of the criminal justice system can put you in the best position to defend a false allegation. 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