Hannah Hayward
Senior associate
Services
Family law
Hannah is an associate in the family team in London. She has experience of advising high-profile and international clients on the full range of family law matters and understands the importance of discretion in her role.
Many of Hannah’s cases involve complex asset structures and trusts across multiple jurisdictions. She draws on her trust, tax and corporate knowledge to add real value to the advice she provides to her clients. Assisting clients in all areas of family law, Hannah’s cases include complex financial and jurisdictional disputes, Schedule 1 and Part III proceedings, trusts and TOLATA claims and private children issues, often with an international dimension. She has a particular interest in nuptial agreements and all forms of alternative dispute resolution (a large majority of her cases settle without the need for court involvement).
I am a well-rounded family solicitor with a human approach. I aim to exceed my clients’ expectations and am laser-focused on securing the best outcome for them. I work with my clients to fully understand their objectives and provide a tailored, personable service to clients during a period of transition.
Hannah has international connections in her professional life, having worked for one of Hong Kong’s leading family departments before joining Penningtons Manches Cooper. She is a member of the firm’s India group and is involved in the family team’s US desk. She is included as a recommended lawyer in the Legal 500 directory and was a finalist for ‘Family Law Young Solicitor of the Year’ in the 2023 Lexis Nexis Family Law Awards.
Recent work highlights
Complex trust structures
Nuptial agreement negotiation
Dynastic wealth advice
External recognition
What people are saying
Hannah impressed from the outset both in terms of her ability to grasp the complex detail of the case but also in terms of managing the multifaceted litigation.
Quite apart from her obvious professional qualities, diligence and commitment, Hannah is also a delightful person; charming, warm and with a sense of humour.
Hannah is extremely professional and courteous and has the clients’ interests at heart.
