Michael Allum is a Partner at The International Family Law Group LLP. He is ranked as a leading lawyer in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners Family/Matrimonial Finance HNW guides.
Michael specialises in financial issues which arise on relationship breakdown including financial provision on divorce or separation, financial provision for the benefit of children (Sch 1) and financial provision after an overseas divorce (Part III). Michael also specialises in drafting nuptial agreements.
Michael’s practice covers both national and international cases. His international work includes jurisdiction and forum disputes, the recognition of overseas marriages and divorces, and the enforcement of overseas financial orders.
Although Michael has extensive court experience, he will always do his best to find an amicable settlement where possible. Michael’s reputation for adopting a pragmatic and conciliatory approach often results in most of his cases being settled out of court.
Michael is one of the leading lawyers specialising in financial provision in England after overseas divorces (also known as Part III) and obtaining pension sharing orders in England after overseas divorces. Michael is also regularly instructed to provide expert evidence in foreign court proceedings.
