Top divorce solicitors and family lawyers serving Reading ========================================================= Vardags is a top divorce and family law firm working exclusively on high-value, complex cases, serving clients in Reading and across Berkshire. Our President Ayesha Vardag has been widely described as "Britain's Top Divorce Lawyer" and "Diva of Divorce for the World's Super Rich" (BBC). Recognised by Legal 500 as "the Rolls Royce and the Ferrari of the family law world," we specialise in large and complex divorce cases. These often feature private companies, property empires, trusts, and international/hidden assets. We also serve the surrounding area, including Wokingham, Newbury and Bracknell. ![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. In addition to serving clients in Reading, we also act for individuals in the surrounding areas, including Wokingham, Bracknell, and Twyford, bringing London-level legal firepower to the Thames Valley region. 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 can help with ------------------------------------------ Vardags' award-winning divorce lawyers serving Reading can handle the full range of complex, high-net-worth family law matters, including: - Complex [high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-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, including no-fault divorce proceedings. - 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). - [Children](https://vardags.com/guide/children) arrangements, custody and residence disputes. - [Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements](https://vardags.com/law-guide/basic-principles/prenuptial-agreements) to safeguard your finances and protect your assets during a divorce. - [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). - Cohabitation disputes and unmarried couple separations. - International and cross-jurisdictional divorce cases. - Preserving the [reputation and privacy](https://vardags.com/guide/reputation-and-privacy) of our clients throughout the process and beyond. Vardags' team of top divorce lawyers offer unparalleled legal support to our clients in Reading, and 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. ### IN-HOUSE FINANCIAL FORENSICS EXPERTISE Vardags is the only family law firm with a dedicated in-house Financial Forensics team. Our forensic accountants specialise in identifying, tracing, and valuing complex assets — including businesses, property, and investments. Whether you're dealing with undisclosed assets or business interests tied to remuneration packages, our experts ensure everything is properly accounted for. The benefit of the Vardags model is that the people doing the valuation and forensic accountancy work on your case will be forensic accountants with experience in matrimonial law. They will be able to provide their insight at the earliest stage of, and throughout, the case, giving you a strategic advantage. If you think you may need our help, don't delay. Take the first step to securing a better future. Contact Vardags before your spouse does. VARDAGS Reading --------------- Tel: [020 7404 9390](https://vardags.com/tel:020%207404%209390) WhatsApp: 07385025158 YOUR NEAREST FAMILY COURT: Reading County Court 160-163 Friar Street Reading RG1 1HE 0118 987 0500 [Open in maps ](https://goo.gl/maps/gKZS6nquh5hsBtQB6) ### DIRECTIONS Reading County Court is a short walk from Reading train station which has access to London via the Elizabeth Line and national rail services. If you are arriving by car, there are various car parks across the city within walking distance of the court. ### MEET OUR Reading TEAM ### [Ayesha Vardag](https://vardags.com/solicitors/ayesha-vardag "Ayesha Vardag") Founder & President Serves clients in Reading and the surrounding areas "AYESHA VARDAG - WOMAN OF THE YEAR" GG2 Ayesha Vardag rose to fame for winning the landmark Supreme Court case of Radmacher v Granatino in 2010, changing the law to make prenuptial agreements legally enforceable... [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 Reading and the surrounding areas "[SIMON MCKIRGAN IS] IMMENSELY SKILLED AND WORKS FORMIDABLY HARD." Legal 500 Simon McKirgan is Senior Partner and our international divorce lawyer, with experience in representing individuals or their spouses/partners from commercial, City, banking,... [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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading and the surrounding areas "CAROLINE TRAINED AS A SOLICITOR AT ONE OF THE LEADING LAW FIRMS IN THE CITY AND JOINED VARDAGS IN..." Profile 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 -------------------- An extremely capable & exceptionally committed family law team for medium-to-very high wealth individuals led by the financial genius Dr Stephen Bence and highly distinguished Ayesha Vardag. Martin Waters Outstanding, cannot recommend this highly enough. Mark Curtis Their job is to make the process easier, but they do that with bells on! Over and above. Thank you, thank you. Sophie Beresiner Vardags aren't cheap, but they are worth it. Steve 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,