John Hooper Verified Lawyer

About the Lawyer

John Hooper qualified with an LLB from Otago University in New Zealand in 1980. He spent three years as a young barrister and developed a speciality in Family Law. He practiced mainly in the Family Courts and was involved in financial claims and children’s cases, including a successful contested Custody Appeal to the High Court. He was admitted as an English solicitor in 1987 and worked for six years in London as a Specialist Divorce and Family Lawyer. Initially, he worked in East London and then moved to the City, focusing on high net worth cases involving both UK and non-UK nationals. In 1992, he moved to Nottingham and worked as a Specialist Family Lawyer, practicing in the Family Courts of Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, and Northamptonshire. His practice primarily involved financial disputes between divorcing spouses and separating cohabitees. He is a member of Resolution (formerly the Solicitors Family Law Association).

Experience

John Hooper has extensive experience in family law, spanning over three decades. His career highlights include:

• Young Barrister (1980-1983): Developed a speciality in Family Law and practiced mainly in the Family Courts.
• Specialist Divorce and Family Lawyer in London (1987-1992): Worked for six years in London, focusing on high net worth cases involving both UK and non-UK nationals.
• Specialist Family Lawyer in Nottingham (1992-1995): Practiced in the Family Courts of various counties in the Midlands, handling financial disputes between divorcing spouses and separating cohabitees.
• Founder of John Hooper & Co (1995): Established the firm, which is now recognized as one of the premier family law practices in the Midlands.

Specialty

John Hooper specializes in divorce and family law, with a particular emphasis on:

• Divorce and High-Worth Financial Disputes: Expertise in handling complex financial claims and high-net-worth cases involving both UK and non-UK nationals.
• Children’s Cases: Experienced in handling cases related to children, including custody appeals and financial applications under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989.
• Financial Remedy Cases: Skilled in handling financial remedy cases, including those involving intervenors, offshore trusts, and corporate assets.

Education

• LLB from Otago University, New Zealand (1980): John Hooper qualified with a Bachelor of Laws degree from Otago University in New Zealand.

Achievements and Recognition

• Awards: Independently recognised by the Legal 500 and ranked joint number one in the East Midlands for Family Law.
• Industry Rankings: Ranked joint number one in the East Midlands for Family Law by the Legal 500.
• Leadership Roles: Led by John Hooper, who has 'exceptional knowledge and experience' of matrimonial law.
• Major Case Successes: The firm has expertise in complex financial settlements involving substantial assets and pensions, including off-shore trusts and private and public companies.
• Contributions to Award-Winning Projects: The firm's professional and helpful service in divorce proceedings, with excellent communication and regular updates.