Henrietta Pote FCILEx

Associate Director, Chartered Legal Exec

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Henrietta has been with Family First for over 10 years, having trained with us in 2013 (when the firm was founded) she then conducted her professional qualifications to become a Lawyer and is a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FCILEx). She has extensive experience in the legal sector and has built a successful legal practice as well as being involved with the growth and development of the business. As of October 2022 Henrietta was appointed Associate Director assisting the Directors with the management and daily running of the business alongside her legal work. Henrietta is sensitive to the emotional needs of clients and her patience and kindness with your case will be appreciated whatever the assets or circumstances of your matter. With over a decade working in Family Law, she has built a wealth of experience of divorce and matrimonial financial matters and regularly deals with complex matters including those where there have been issues of non-disclosure, assets overseas, trusts and businesses. She also advises on complicated matters that require applications in respect of enforcement and variation as well as acting for intervenors in financial proceedings and dealing with cases with third party interests. Having undertaken advocacy for clients at First Directions Appointments and Financial Dispute Resolution Appointment hearings, Henrietta is well attuned with the approach of the courts and the Judges which enables her to give practical and commercial advice to her clients in relation to a fair settlement. Henrietta is very experienced in Children Act matters, including cases where there has been a history or accusations of domestic abuse, fact finding hearings and cases where parents have had a significant period without contact. Henrietta also deals with Special Guardianship Order applications and cases involving elements of alienation. Henrietta also has a breadth of experience advising clients on Family Law Act matters. Henrietta regularly advises cohabitees/couples who may not be married, in line with the Trust of Land Act legislation, drafting declarations of trust and separation agreements, as well as experience of drafting pre-nuptial and post nuptial agreements. Henrietta is a member of Resolution: https://resolution.org.uk/members/henrietta-pote/

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Based in Oxford, Oxfordshire
  • Licensed for 3 years

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Henrietta has been with Family First for over 10 years, having trained with us in 2013 (when the firm was founded) she then conducted her professional qualifications to become a Lawyer and is a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FCILEx). She has extensive experience in the legal sector and has built a successful legal practice as well as being involved with the growth and development of the business. As of October 2022 Henrietta was appointed Associate Director assisting the Directors with the management and daily running of the business alongside her legal work. Henrietta is sensitive to the emotional needs of clients and her patience and kindness with your case will be appreciated whatever the assets or circumstances of your matter. With over a decade working in Family Law, she has built a wealth of experience of divorce and matrimonial financial matters and regularly deals with complex matters including those where there have been issues of non-disclosure, assets overseas, trusts and businesses. She also advises on complicated matters that require applications in respect of enforcement and variation as well as acting for intervenors in financial proceedings and dealing with cases with third party interests. Having undertaken advocacy for clients at First Directions Appointments and Financial Dispute Resolution Appointment hearings, Henrietta is well attuned with the approach of the courts and the Judges which enables her to give practical and commercial advice to her clients in relation to a fair settlement. Henrietta is very experienced in Children Act matters, including cases where there has been a history or accusations of domestic abuse, fact finding hearings and cases where parents have had a significant period without contact. Henrietta also deals with Special Guardianship Order applications and cases involving elements of alienation. Henrietta also has a breadth of experience advising clients on Family Law Act matters. Henrietta regularly advises cohabitees/couples who may not be married, in line with the Trust of Land Act legislation, drafting declarations of trust and separation agreements, as well as experience of drafting pre-nuptial and post nuptial agreements. Henrietta is a member of Resolution: https://resolution.org.uk/members/henrietta-pote/

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Based in Oxford, Oxfordshire
  • Licensed for 3 years

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    Associate Director, Chartered Legal Exec

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Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
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Family First Solicitors Limited, New Barclay House, Citibase Business Centre, 234 Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0HP

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wendy

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First class advice and Service

I cannot thank Henrietta enough for all her advice, patience and tireless dedication in seeking a fair financial resolution in my divorce. At times it felt like the end was nowhere in sight, but I always felt in safe hands with Henrietta. Her advice was clear, realistic and reassuring, with a great depth of understanding of the emotional stress the process causes. Thank you Henrietta, you're amazing.

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The most amazing solicitor

As those who have experienced a marital rupture know all to well, it can be a very traumatic time. However what made mine much more bearable was engaging in a pay as you go contract with Family First. From the outset Henrietta and her team were so compassionate, understanding and ever knowledgeable. Given the nature of my job meeting online was more convenient and Henrietta did all she could to meet when I was able to do so. Throughout the process of going through a divorce whenever I finished with a meeting with her I always felt like someone was in my corner which will never be forgotten. I wholeheartedly recommend Henrietta or Family First to anyone who is in need of their services!

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I highly recommend Henrietta Pote, she provided legal divorce during my divorce. She was always sensitive, understanding and very clear in her advice. I felt she understood what I felt was best for our family and was al says a pleasure to speak to.

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Mandeep

Great serive and support

Henrietta and her assistant Maria Crocker has been absolutely amazing, helping me with everything. I felt like she cared throughout the whole process. She replied all my emails as timely manners & even called out of hours. I would definitely recommend Henrietta. Thank you Henrietta and Maria- you both are amazing.

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Amazing support and advice

It’s been a total joy with work with Henrietta through a really tough time. She has been clear, supportive, gentle and been happy to listen at all times. I have appreciated the pay as you go option as it’s allowed me to be in control of expenses and to get the exact support I need at the time. I found her very approachable and easy to understand when dealing with daunting issues.

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Henrietta Pote has been a massive help to me in negotiating a consent order and getting it sealed. Highly recommend and can't thank enough. Focused and effective!

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Thank you so much Raymond! It is great to hear of your experience ebing what you required in your hour of need.

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Although I was quite nervous because the subject matter was personal, emotional and important to me, Henrietta, the solicitor appointed to my case, was very patient, respectful and calm allowing me the time and space I needed to put my points across. I felt listened to and advised well. I didn’t feel pressured to do as I was told but allowed to make my own decisions based on the advice I was being giving. This was important for me. I believe Family First solicitors live up to their name and would recommend them should you find yourself in the unfortunate situation you should need a solicitor.

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Thank you Philip, that is great to hear! Really appreciate you taking the time to give feedback.

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Michael

I had a fantastic experience with Henrietta Pote and the rest of the team at Family First Solicitors and would highly recommend them to anybody looking for an honest, trustworthy and reliable legal service. Henrietta guided me through the most difficult time of my life, providing a phenomenal level of service and helping me build a water tight case. Henrietta was extremely knowledgable, courteous, efficient, and highly professional, but most importantly genuinely wanted the best outcome for my son and I, always looking to make the process cost effective and advising that the best option for everyone involved was an agreement between the two parties. Through Henrietta's guidance and counsel, my case was brought to an early close and I got the order I wanted put in place by a District-Judge. I also have an amicable relationship with my ex-partner were we can talk happily and openly about our son. If it wasn't for Henrietta I highly doubt we would be in this position, instead we would still be embroiled in an emotionally draining court case. I can't thank Henrietta and the team at Family First enough. When choosing a legal firm, you are stepping into a minefield, some firms prioritise financial gain over the best interests of their clients. With Family First you are in safe hands, these guys truly live up to their name. Thanks so much Henrietta and the rest of them team. Huge kudos to you guys, keep up the great work!

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I visited Henrietta Pote, Legal Executive at Family First Solicitors, Oxford, following the breakdown of my marriage. I had little idea of how difficult and protracted the process would become and how much I would come to rely and value her excellent professional advice. Despite being a very short marriage (16 months) and there being no children involved we ended up in court at a First Directions Appointment Hearing. From applying to the initial Decri Nisi to preparing for the court hearing Henrietta consistently provided very sound and helpful advice and worked tirelessly throughout the process to try and resolve the issues in an amicable way as possible without recourse to the courts. Despite all the difficulties encountered she remained calm throughout and was always there to provide support and advice to me even at short notice. I could have not have asked for a better legal representative and I know that those 9 months would have been so much harder without her professional help and support. I also felt that she endeavoured to keep costs from mounting wherever possible. In addition I have always found the staff at Family First to be incredibly friendly, welcoming and helpful. I would not hesitate to recommend the firm to others.

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