James Copson

Partner

  • Education: University of Birmingham
  • Admitted: England and Wales, 1991
  • Languages spoken: French
  • Year joined: 1989
  • Year became partner: 1998
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Overview

James advises on family law, with emphasis on the resolution of complex financial disputes, particularly those of an international nature.

He has acted for many trustees and beneficiaries on trust-related issues in divorce, and for a number of individuals in sport, especially in the world of football. 

Highlights

  • Representing the successful appellant in the landmark case of Wicks, which confirms current English law on interim capital arrangements in divorce.
  • Representing the successful appellant in the case of Pearce, which sets out the law on capitalisation of spousal maintenance (alimony) years after divorce.

Publications and speaking engagements

James has lectured on numerous occasions on family law topics both in England and Switzerland.

Memberships

  • International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
  • Resolution
  • Resolution's Property, Tax and Pensions Committee
  • American Bar Association (associate member)
  • Association International des Jeunes Avocats

On a personal note

James enjoys travel, a good social life and is an avid supporter of Chelsea Football Club.