Gareth Curtis

Applauded by clients for being “articulate, patient, knowledgeable” (Legal 500), Gareth delivers an exceptional service comprising “reassuringly realistic, pragmatic” legal advice with a commercial outlook. He is also reputed for his outstanding client care.

Gareth is qualified as an Arbitrator in financial remedy and Schedule 1 proceedings, as well as cases regarding the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996.

EDUCATION AND CAREER

Prior to joining Vardags as Partner, Gareth took the role of Managing Partner at the UK’s largest specialist family law firm.

Gareth studied Law and Government at the University of Manchester, following which he trained and qualified at a multinational law firm, where he worked for over a decade.

Reported cases

• FB v PS [2015] EWHC 2797 (Fam)

Testimonials

‘Gareth Curtis represented me over some years in a complex, High Court divorce financial settlement including many years of court order enforcement. His skill, professionalism and unfailing attention-to-detail are beyond excellent. I cannot speak highly enough of him. Together with our barrister and, at the time, QC, he worked diligently and steadfastly to see that justice for both my daughter and me was served.’ - Legal 500

‘Gareth Curtis has an excellent client manner combined with an incisive intelligence. He is completely unflappable.’ - Legal 500

‘Gareth Curtis provides a very empathetic approach with clients, something that I valued enormously throughout my divorce proceedings. Additionally, Gareth’s experience enabled him to preempt and respond to situations very efficiently and promptly. Gareth is personable and provides a wealth of expertise in family divorce proceedings which helped me to obtain a fair outcome for myself and my children. I would highly recommend his services.’ - Legal 500

‘Gareth Curtis in the Manchester team is excellent. Very knowledgeable and pragmatic, helping clients reach a resolution in a commercial and cost-effective manner. He fights when needed but equally is more than happy to pick up the telephone to address issues to resolve matters and put the client’s interests first.’ - Legal 500

‘Gareth Curtis and Kate Kempster were very clear in their advice for what they felt was the best outcome for me. They are extremely professional, but at the same time friendly and helpful. They made me feel at ease throughout a very difficult process to which I could see no end. As a client, I felt valued, respected and thoroughly represented. I have no hesitation in recommending them to any potential client.’ - Legal 500

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