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Nicole Derham

PARTNER

Nicole advises clients on all aspects of family law, including divorce, unmarried couples, financial remedies, Schedule 1 claims, pre-and post-nuptial agreements, and co-parenting
arrangements.

Qualified as both a solicitor in Ireland and an attorney in New York, Nicole brings a multi-jurisdictional perspective to her practice. Her background in Real Estate Finance enhances her ability to navigate complex financial matters.

References for Legal 500 have described her as “an unflappable lawyer”, “highly numerate”, “smart” and “always cool under pressure”.

Nicole has a diverse client base, including entrepreneurs and professionals in the banking and medical sectors, as well as individuals in the music and arts industries.
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Known for her creative thinking and strategic approach, Nicole is a skilled negotiator with a strong track record of securing out-of-court settlements. She has also undertaken mediation training, which informs her constructive and solution-focused approach.

Her clients value her steely calm, determined manner and her ability to guide them through emotionally challenging and financially complex situations with clarity and care.

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EXPERTISE

RECOGNITION

  • Acted for a wife following a long marriage with children where the majority of assets were held in trust structures and obtained a financial settlement to enable her to buy a property outright and have an income fund.
  • Acted for a husband with significant pre-marital assets through to a final trial and received a judgment protecting the majority of those assets.
  • Negotiated a settlement for a husband working in private equity with particular focus on the division of the husband’s fund contributions and future carried interest.
  • Negotiated a prenuptial agreement for a client who had received significant distributions from family trusts.
  • Acted for a mother in a Schedule 1 case to obtain a lump sum award for provision for her children.

EXPERTISE

RECOGNITION

“Nicole Derham is an unflappable lawyer who provides excellent support for the vulnerable client.’”
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legal 500, 2024


“This merger is a good mix with the seasoned elegance of William Healing combining with the vigour of Zoë Bloom and Nicole Derham.”
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legal 500, 2024


“Very helpful in explaining legal terms and concepts. Nicole Dernham was very helpful and always available to speak”
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LEGAL 500, 2022

“Nicole Derham - highly numerate and pragmatic in her approach”
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LEGAL 500, 2021

“Nicole Derham is very smart, able and always cool under pressure”
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Citywealth Future Leaders Awards, 2021
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• Winner of Family Lawyer of the Year – Senior/Managing Associate (Bronze)