about us

Peters May was founded in 2018 by Juliette Peters and Jessica May.
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Juliette and Jessica met whilst working in the family law department of a large City law firm. They were inspired to set up their own, boutique family law firm by the shared understanding that nothing is more important than family and that the breakdown of any marriage or relationship is one of the most difficult events anyone can face.

Juliette and Jessica recognise that every client’s situation is different. For them, the pleasure in work comes in getting to know - and understand - their clients’ unique needs.

With over 50 years of professional experience between them, Juliette and Jessica are highly respected family law solicitors who have achieved significant successes for their clients.
They work effectively together and with their wider team, and in doing so provide their clients with a high level of client service, expertise and responsiveness.
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Peters May is recognised by all the major legal directories including Chambers & Partners UK, Chambers HNW, Legal 500 and The Times Best Law Firms list as one of the country’s leading divorce and family law firms.
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Family law issues can be complex and emotionally draining. Effectively navigating this requires advice from lawyers who are not only experts in their field, but who care, and whom clients can trust.

‘ Jessica served as lead Solicitor in my divorce; my highly contested financial court application and my children court proceedings. She was highly personable and understanding of my situation. I am forever grateful for her counsel. As a satisfied former client, I highly endorse Jessica for her counsel in matters of family law.’

‘ Juliette acted for me in a particularly difficult, acrimonious divorce from a husband qualified in the legal profession. She has a razor sharp attention to detail, very tenacious and extremely knowledgeable. I have recommended a number of friends to her, including high net worth individuals who have all been delighted with the outcome of their particular matters. Juliette has to be one of the very best in her field.’

Juliette Peters (Mace)

Partner

A specialist in divorce and private children law, Juliette worked for many years as assistant to legendary Mayfair divorce lawyer, Raymond Tooth, on large complex divorce cases often with high profile clients.

She has extensive experience of handling high value financial claims and cases with international multi-jurisdictional issues and company structures. A Guernsey Advocate*, she is often asked to advise on cases with an offshore element or involving trusts. Juliette regularly handles difficult and complicated divorce cases and same sex dissolutions, successfully representing both husbands and wives from diverse backgrounds.

She is also dedicated to private children issues such as where children will live, relocation, child contact and financial claims on behalf of children.

* non-practising

‘ Juliette achieved an excellent settlement for me. She ensured my ex-husband adhered to the terms of my spousal maintenance court order despite him attempting to defy it twice in the first year - most recently asserting Covid-19 reasons. On both occasions, Juliette acted swiftly to protect my finances and the privacy of my new location which was not disclosed. This was an anxious time for me. Juliette’s brilliant enforcement application and statement in support remain with the court. Juliette is worth her weight in gold.’

‘ Juliette’s friendship, integrity and attention to detail tempered the trauma of the process, its preparation and prosecution. She was always available for us. I know she will be there in the aftermath, seeing it through to the end.’

‘ Juliette has a razor sharp attention to detail, very tenacious and extremely knowledgeable. I have recommended a number of friends to her, including high net worth individuals who have all been delighted with the outcome of their particular matters. Juliette has to be one of the very best in her field.’

Contact Juliette

+44 (0)‭7771 608319‬juliette.peters@petersmay.com LinkedIn Twitter

Jessica May

PARTNER

A specialist in family law, Jessica worked in the family law departments of two London law firms before co-founding Peters May. Her expertise includes divorce, court applications for financial orders, the negotiation of complex financial settlements, cohabitee disputes and applications relating to children including those involving relocation out of the jurisdiction.

Jessica has been instructed to advise on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and has represented a variety of clients from London and elsewhere in the UK. Her clients have included high net worth individuals, business owners, academics, accountants and entrepreneurs.

‘ Jessica was wonderful working on my behalf in a very difficult case. I recommend her wholeheartedly. Her skills, careful attention to detail and devoted work were essential to the success of my application to relocate my children with me to the U.S. during the divorce with my partner. Her wise advice to include the children’s university fees in the financial application saved me and my children from years of emotional and financial stress.’

‘ As a satisfied former client, I highly endorse Jessica for her counsel in matters of family law. She served as my lead Solicitor in my divorce; my highly contested financial court application and my children court proceedings. She was highly personable and understanding of my situation. I am forever grateful for her counsel.’

‘ I would like to thank Jessica for all of her advice, support and empathy during what was possibly the most challenging period of my life to date.’

Contact Jessica

jessica.may@petersmay.com +44 (0)020 3709 7236 LinkedIn Twitter

Emily Brown

SOLICITOR

Emily joined Peters May in August 2024 from a leading national law firm. She specialises in all areas of family law, with extensive experience in complex financial matters involving land and property portfolios and cases involving domestic abuse.
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Emily has advised clients on a range of issues concerning children, including abduction and contact agreements. She has a particular interest in cases dealing with parental alienation and relocation.
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Emily appreciates the importance of dealing with each case on its own facts and will work with her clients to find a solution that supports them in the long term. As a member of Resolution, she will carefully consider any possible alternatives to the court system where appropriate.

Contact Emily

emily.brown@petersmay.com +44 (0)020 3709 7236

Francesca McCay

SOLICITOR

Francesca joined Peters May in July 2023 from a leading regional law firm. Francesca specialises in all areas of family law including divorce, and matrimonial finance. She regularly deals with complex issues surrounding maintenance provisions, transfers of property, businesses, and pensions, often with an international element.

Francesca also advises in private children law matters, including living and contact arrangements. Francesca’s empathetic nature allows her to be mindful of the emotions involved and she is dedicated to finding solutions for the family which focus on the best interests of the children.

As a member of Resolution, Francesca is committed to resolving disputes constructively. She often uses alternative dispute resolution methods to resolve matters, avoiding the intervention of the court where possible.

Contact Francesca

francesca.mccay@petersmay.com +44 (0)020 3709 7236

Sam Wilcox

PARalegal

Sam is a paralegal who assists in all areas of family law. Sam started at Peters May whilst finishing his barrister training and Master of Laws (LLM) at City, University of London. He is due to be called to the Bar by the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple.

Prior to undertaking the Graduate Diploma in Law, he studied Music at the University of Birmingham.

As a law student, Sam volunteered with the School Exclusion Project, advocating pro bono for children, often with Special Educational Needs, facing permanent exclusion.

Contact Sam

sam.wilcox@petersmay.com +44 (0)020 3709 7236

Anna Hardy

PARalegal

Anna is a paralegal who assists in all areas of family law. Anna started at Peters May after finishing her barrister training at City St George’s, University of London. She is due to be called to the Bar by the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple and will commence pupillage with 1 King’s Bench Walk in October 2026.
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Prior to undertaking the Bar Vocational Studies course, Anna read Law at the University of Cambridge. She then spent one year working at a Domestic Abuse Service in South London. Anna has also volunteered with Dads House and Advocate, charities that provide Pro Bono support to parents navigating the family court.'

Contact Anna

anna.hardy@petersmay.com +44 (0)020 3709 7236

Jemma Peters

trainee

Jemma joined the team in November 2020. She is still training hard at Puppy school but we have no doubt she will qualify with flying colours

Contact Jemma

jemma.peters@petersmay.com +44 (0)20 3036 0058