Fiona Ryans

Senior Associate

Fiona is the joint head of the Newcastle family team. She has a wealth of experience dealing with all aspects of family breakdown with particular emphasis on finances and children.

Specialises in:

fiona.ryans@hay-kilner.co.uk

Newcastle Office

0191 232 8345

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The majority of Fiona's work involves financial issues arising from divorce.
She tries to keep matters out of court and advise clients of alternative options such as hybrid mediation, arbitration and negotiated settlements.
She is one of only a few solicitors in the area trained to assist both parties under Resolution Together.

Experience

Divorce and financial issues arising from the breakdown of a relationship.
Issues in relation to children including representing grandparents
Resolution Together advising both parties in appropriate circumstances
Collaborative Family law
Pre and post nuptial agreements
Acting for intervenors

Recent cases

Acting for intervenors in a complex financial case where there was a dispute about the son-in-law's share of the home
Assisting two parties with substantial assets working with them together to reach a solution under Resolution Together
Working with a high net worth individual with complex assets through hybrid mediation
Resolving a dispute between parties which involved substantial pension assets
Advising on a prenuptial agreement with multiple properties
Advising a farmer in court proceedings regarding his finances following divorce

Awards, memberships & accolades

Accredited Resolution Specialist

Outside of the office
She loves being outside walking her dog on the beautiful Northumberland beaches or gardening.

Fiona qualified in 1992.

I cannot thank you enough for the way you have handled this matter for me and my family and I would certainly recommend you if asked. In fact, I have already recommended you to an acquaintance of mine. I feel sure that you will handle their matter with care.

Client

Fiona was extremely knowledgeable, professional, friendly and efficient. She provided me with direction and a clear route forward and left me feeling reassured.

Fiona's communication was excellent and she explained everything to me very clearly.

I am happy with the service provided. I would highly recommend Fiona to others.

Client

Thank you once again for everything you have done over the past year. I can't thank you enough for being so friendly and approachable during our meetings and making me feel more at ease during a difficult year. You are a special person.