0800 652 3371

Philippa Pearson

Partner - Family


Philippa's Teams

Family, Agriculture


Profile/Experience

Philippa joined Lanyon Bowdler as partner in May 2020 and is based at the Hereford office. She is highly experienced in family law including both divorce and the separation of cohabiting couples, especially in mid-high net worth cases. She deals largely with financial matters involving pensions, business assets and landed estates, and has a particular interest in the competing claims of third parties and other beneficial interests which often arise in farming cases, which is an area in which she specialises. 

She is a member of Resolution and subscribes to their code of conduct, and therefore seeks to find solutions to the issues that often arise out of family breakdown in as amicable and constructive a manner as possible. 

Philippa has been qualified since 1988 and was a partner in London until 2004 when she escaped to the Welsh Marches with her husband to be near the family (who are Welsh and West Midlands based) and to raise their own family (two teenage girls and accompanying adults). 

She is a highly-respected voice in family law and has written a number of legal books, including the Lawpack’s DIY Separation and Divorce Guide. Philippa used to be a regular voice on BBC Radio 2’s Jeremy Vine show and can now often be heard on Sunshine Radio.

Philippa loves singing and performing (but not in the court room) and is involved with H. Fest each year organising poetry and drama for the children of the county.

 

Podcasts

In this episode, Philippa is answering that all important question "How much can I expect to receive on a divorce?"

Philippa chats in this podcast about family law and the mediation process which can take place face to face, or online. 

In this episode Philippa is chatting with Katie (CEO of The Cart Shed charity). They support the wellbeing of adults and children, including serving members of the armed forces, veterans and their families.

Listen to Philippa chatting with Sam Griffiths from First 4 Mortgages in Leominster, who are able to obtain mortgages for clients over 70, as well as those with IVAs. They source mortgages for residential and commercial properties. Philippa describes them as "the most creative brokers on the block!"

Do you have a hard time with your solicitor? Here you can listen why it's feasible to change your solicitor and how close to a hearing date you should switch your solicitor, is it ever too late? 

Legal 500 & Chambers UK Recommendation

Philippa is recognised as a Recommended Lawyer in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 which states, 'Philippa Pearson advises on nuptial agreements and on living together and separation agreements for non-married couples.'

The 2023 Chambers UK have ranked Philippa in Band 3. Philippa Pearson is highlighted for her ability to handle a wide spectrum of issues, ranging from complex financial matters involving landed estates to cases concerning allegations of abuse. The 2023 edition of Chambers UK states 'Philippa is very experienced in family law and she always makes herself available. She cares about her clients.'

Also mentions 'She is professional and she has a determined drive to get the best result possible.'

Client Testimonials

Philippa was so calm and straightforward. She presented me with the legal information I needed, in a format I understood in a reassuring way and made what (for me) was an emotionally distressing situation much easier. Philippa acted in my best interests and recommended against pursuing any challenges that might have cost me more money.

- Miss Kay Elizabeth Parker, Hereford