Is it manifestly inequitable to leave domestic abuse out of account in financial provision on divorce in Scotland?
Divorce
Senior Solicitor
Sophie Richardson
Sophie advises clients on a broad range of complex family law issues including divorce, cohabitation, separation, pre-nuptial and postnuptial agreements and child related issues including adoption.
Sophie has a particular interest in cross-jurisdictional matters, including international divorce and relocations. She is passionate about securing positive, workable solutions for her clients and works with them to achieve a negotiated settlement using alternative dispute resolution methods wherever possible. Her approach is solution-focused, aiming to minimise conflict while securing the best possible results for clients.
Sophie regularly appears in the Sheriff Courts and works closely with senior counsel in Court of Session actions. She is based in our Aberdeen office.
Family law client, Google review
Dealt with Sophie Richardson at very late notice and she absolutely went over and above her duty! Very happy with the outcome and will be forever grateful for her last minute help.
Family law client, Google review
Sophie gave me some very valuable advice about making contact with my children, no matter how hard that may seem right now and despite my reservations - it worked!
Family law client, Google review
Very professional and friendly to talk to, explained everything in layman's terms so even I could understand things.
Family law client, Google review
Very professional service, welcoming and helpful . . . Excellent team.
Living Brodies' values
Sophie is a dedicated family lawyer whose clients value her caring approach and warm confidence.
Key highlights
- Sophie draws on her past experience working in litigation to deliver pragmatic, commercially minded solutions for her clients.
- Sophie is the Vice President of the Aberdeen Bar Association and works with Shared Parenting Scotland to deliver advice to their members.
