Stefanie Wickins

Stefanie is a specialist family practitioner with a particular focus on financial remedies including Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989 and applications relating to children. She is one of very few Essex based barristers recognised by the Legal 500 as a leading individual in both practice areas.

Known for her meticulous preparation, attention to detail and for her robust and realistic advice, Stefanie is quick to earn her client’s confidence whether in conference or at Court.

Client review: “Stefanie’s articulate, insightful, and steadfast representation was extraordinary…..I couldn’t have imagined a better advocate…”

Legal 500 2024

“A formidable advocate”

“..the go to barrister for any complex matter”

“Stefanie has a wonderful rapport with clients. She manages expectations brilliantly and maintains a strong, decisive presence in advocacy”

“..meticulous in her preparation and has a detailed and in depth knowledge of all areas of family law”

“..a strong advocate….clients are impressed with the advice and representation they receive..”

Legal 500 2023

“…first class barrister who always achieves the best possible results for clients”

“She is tenacious…She really fights the corner for her clients…”

“..always on hand to assist and goes above and beyond with every case”

“..the go-to barrister in the region for family finances”

“highly regarded for strong advocacy skills, work ethic and preparation for cases”

Finance Work (Married and Unmarried couples)/Trusts of Land

Stefanie’s financial work includes high net worth and complex cases involving companies, assets abroad, pensions, dissipation of assets and allegations of non-disclosure in addition to those applications where there are competing claims to a sharing of more limited assets.

Stefanie’s expertise in Trusts of Land and Property Disputes, including sham transactions, means she is regularly instructed in intervention cases and for unmarried couples in dispute.

Stefanie can draft and advise on the terms of pre and post nuptial agreements, assisting clients to ensure their wealth is protected against future claims.

Private Children Law

Stefanie’s Private Children Law practice includes cases with:

• allegations of alienating behaviours and abuse, to include sexual, physical and emotional abuse;
• intractable disputes; and
• international elements to include applications relating to relocation both within the UK and outside.

Domestic Abuse

Stefanie understands the sensitive nature of applications for non-molestation and occupation orders and offers advice tailored to each client whether they are the applicant or respondent to such applications.