Jack Verdan
Associate
Jack specialises in all areas of private family law, both contentious and non-contentious, including financial claims on relationship breakdown and disputes relating to children, including relocation cases. He drafts pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements as part of his wealth protection practice. Jack strives to achieve the best outcomes for his clients both in and out of court, whether through arbitration, mediation, negotiated settlement, or other forms of non-court dispute resolution. Clients value his pragmatic approach, attention to detail and ability to remain calm under pressure.
A significant number of Jack’s cases have an international element, involve ultra-high or high net worth individuals (including those in the public eye) and entail complex financial structures, dynastic wealth and family businesses. Jack has significant experience of financial remedies litigation, dealing with issues such as intricate beneficial interests, corporate structures and the joinder of third parties. He has been involved in numerous cases at High Court level.
Jack regularly advises on financial claims following overseas divorce under Part III and enforcement proceedings, frequently collaborating with lawyers in other jurisdictions to defend his clients’ interests. He also has experience of matters with concerns of non-disclosure/hidden assets.
Jack’s practice also includes complex and high conflict children cases that involve allegations of domestic abuse, safeguarding concerns and substance/addiction issues. His approach is child-focused and constructive.
Clients describe Jack as knowledgeable, efficient and supportive.
Prior to joining Farrer & Co, Jack worked for a leading financial, corporate and political communications consultancy.
