Chris Lloyd-Smith

A family lawyer, accredited family mediator and financial remedy arbitrator with more than 20 years of experience, Chris is head of the firm’s matrimonial team. Adept at handling complex financial matters arising from divorce, such as business assets, pensions and trust assets, he also deals with financial cases concerning hidden assets, complex business structures and inherited or unmatched wealth.

Recognised as a leading individual in the Legal 500 rankings, he is known as one of the top family lawyers in the UK and is one of just a few solicitors authorised to represent both parties following a separation. Serving a varied client base, from professionals and business owners to celebrities and professional athletes, He is also one of the few accredited child-inclusive family mediators in Birmingham.

Chris has acted in numerous parental alienation cases and cases involving allegations of violence.

Chris has been part of the committee for Resolution’s West Midlands group for the last 10 years holding the roles of Press Officer, Vice Chair, Chair and currently National Committee Liaison.

His pragmatic, family-focused approach ensures clients’ objectives are the focus of any support he gives clients. Chris receives the vast majority of his instructions through recommendations.

“Chris Lloyd-Smith and Elizabeth (Liz) Wyatt lead by example. I highly rate both individuals for their pragmatic approaches in cases. They are both seen to be highly approachable to the younger members in their team, this was particularly key during the pandemic. Both combine exceptional client care with an impressive knowledge of the law‘. – Legal 500, 2023

“The team is at the forefront of family law in the region. From knowledge of the law to client care and support they are second to none! Chris Lloyd-Smith is a standout partner. He is highly knowledgeable but also develops a great rapport with clients.” – Legal 500, 2023

“Christopher Lloyd-Smith is always excellent. He doesn’t break a sweat over multi-million-pound financial remedy cases and is a smooth operator”. – Legal 500, 2023

“Christopher is always excellent.” – Chambers and Partners, 2023

“He is a smooth advocate who’s very well regarded.” – Chambers and Partners, 2023

“Chris Lloyd-Smith is a trained mediator as well as a partner in the department. He is able to give his clients clear, focused advice at a very early stage. He is extremely well respected with his peers which means that he strikes up an easy rapport with the other side in cases. His people skills are phenomenal. He will often be able to bring about a satisfactory conclusion in some of the most acrimonious of cases.” – Legal 500, 2022