Ellie Norton

I joined Higgs LLP as a trainee in September 2017.

I have considerable expertise in matters arising from relationship breakdown, to include divorce, separation and the resolution of financial issues. I also advise families and individuals regarding the protection of wealth with the preparation of bespoke cohabitation and nuptial agreements.

I am committed to achieving the best outcomes for my clients, and client service and care is at the core of what I do.

I take pride in adopting a constructive, sensible and solution-led approach to my cases, ensuring that I provide my clients with the support they need during what can be a very difficult and uncertain time.

I have advised many clients going through divorce and separation and have negotiated financial settlements involving all manner of assets, to include businesses, pensions, property portfolios, investments and trusts. I will always think creatively and try to find ways of resolving disputes amicably and cost effectively whenever possible.

I sit on both the regional YRes and Resolution West Midlands Committees, and I am proud to be part of a community of family justice professionals who strive to work with families and individuals to resolve their issues in a respectful and constructive way.

I am recognised as a key lawyer in the Legal 500.

I have been acknowledged for my legal work by being shortlisted as a finalist in the Women and Diversity in Law Awards 2023 in the category of Rising Star.