Our People

Our Team

Experienced solicitors and dedicated support staff committed to achieving the best outcomes for our clients.

Richard Hagon

Senior Partner Commercial Law & Dispute Resolution

Richard is the son of founding partner Geoffrey Hagon and has led the firm since 2004. A Cambridge graduate with over thirty years' experience in commercial litigation, he is recognised by Chambers UK for his tenacious yet measured approach to complex disputes. Richard sits on the London Solicitors Litigation Association committee and is a trained mediator.

Catherine Hogg

Managing Partner Family Law & Private Client

Catherine joined the firm in 1995 and became a named partner in 2002. She is one of London's most respected family lawyers, known for her compassionate yet decisive handling of high-value divorce and child arrangement cases. Catherine is a Resolution accredited specialist and regularly contributes to family law publications.

James Whitfield

Partner Criminal Defence

James has defended clients in some of the most high-profile criminal cases in the South East over his twenty-five-year career. A former duty solicitor and Crown Court advocate, he is known for his meticulous case preparation and powerful court presence. James heads the firm's criminal defence department and mentors junior advocates.

Priya Sharma

Senior Associate Residential Conveyancing

Priya leads the conveyancing team with an efficiency and thoroughness that consistently earns five-star client reviews. She handles over two hundred transactions annually, from first-time buyer purchases to complex leasehold extensions. Priya is a licensed conveyancer and member of the Society of Licensed Conveyancers.

Daniel Okonkwo

Associate Employment Law

Daniel advises both employers and employees on the full spectrum of workplace issues, from drafting contracts and policies to representing clients at employment tribunals. He has particular expertise in discrimination and whistleblowing claims and has secured significant settlements for his clients. Daniel writes a quarterly employment law bulletin.

Sophie Bennett

Associate Wills, Trusts & Probate

Sophie provides clear, empathetic guidance on estate planning and probate administration. She has a particular talent for explaining complex trust structures in plain English and works closely with financial advisers to create comprehensive estate plans. Sophie is a full member of STEP and a dementia friend.

Marcus Chen

Associate Personal Injury

Marcus is a tenacious advocate for accident victims, securing over four million pounds in compensation for his clients over the past five years. He specialises in road traffic accidents and workplace injuries, handling claims on a no-win, no-fee basis. Marcus is an APIL litigator member and a keen marathon runner.

Eleanor Graves

Practice Manager Operations & Client Services

Eleanor has been the operational backbone of the firm for over fifteen years, managing everything from compliance and quality assurance to client onboarding. She holds the ILFM Practice Management qualification and led the firm's successful Lexcel accreditation. Eleanor ensures that every client receives a consistently excellent experience.

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