Rebecca Viola

Professional and easy to talk to. Supportive of my case and provided solid advice. Rebecca, Jess and Tom were all very helpful and knowledgable and I felt they understood my case and what needed to be put in place.

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Divorce is an incredibly difficult and often overwhelming experience. At the outset, I had no idea just how challenging it would be, nor how much trust I would need to place in people I had only just met. During one of the most stressful periods of my life, I found myself speaking to Ms Viola and her team more frequently than I spoke to family or friends. From the very beginning, Ms Viola and her team made sure the process was handled as smoothly as possible. They provided far more than legal advice; they offered guidance, reassurance and stability at a time when I needed it most. Without exaggeration, they helped me through the worst period of my life. One of the qualities I appreciated most was Ms Viola’s integrity. Throughout the case, she ensured that we maintained an honest, transparent and professional approach, regardless of the challenges we faced. Ms Viola showed exceptional empathy and understanding while also being the voice of reason when I needed clear and realistic advice. She struck the perfect balance between compassion and professionalism, making me feel supported whilst ensuring I remained focused on achieving the best possible outcome. Her communication skills are outstanding. She took the time to explain a complex and unfamiliar legal process in a way that I could understand, kept me informed about developments, and helped me know what to expect at each stage. Most importantly, I always felt listened to and understood. Both Ms Viola and her team were consistently responsive, approachable and generous with their time. I was also impressed by her depth of knowledge and expertise. At the same time, she was never hesitant to seek specialist input from colleagues when appropriate, demonstrating a commitment to providing the best possible advice rather than simply relying on her own judgement. I would not hesitate to recommend Ms Viola and her team to anyone facing family law proceedings. Their professionalism, expertise, compassion and unwavering support made an enormous difference during an exceptionally difficult time, and I will always be grateful for their help. They helped me achieve a positive outcome for my child and I and receive a fair financial settlement.

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Aimee Jones

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If I could give 10 stars to Rebecca Viola at Sternberg Reed, I would. To say she saved my life would not be an exaggeration. I was in an emotionally harrowing situation, entangled in a case riddled with coercive control and psychological abuse. My ex-partner’s behaviour had left me emotionally shattered and legally vulnerable. I had initially been placed in the care of Andrew Crossley at the same firm, and that experience was deeply troubling and distressing. Andrew mishandled key communications, demonstrated a profound lack of empathy, and failed to grasp the urgency and sensitivity of the emotional trauma I was experiencing. His negligence, lack of insight, and procedural errors caused delays, confusion, and added significantly to my distress. I submitted a formal complaint regarding Andrew’s conduct, citing a cascade of errors and mishandlings that nearly derailed my case at a critical juncture. Then came Rebecca. From the very first message I sent her, she saw through everything. Without me having to say it outright, she understood the nature of the abuse I was facing. She picked up on the signs of coercive control immediately - something even experienced professionals often miss. It was as if she stepped in like a guardian angel, exactly when I needed one the most. Rebecca didn’t just take over my case; she transformed it. She brought clarity, wisdom, and compassion to every single interaction. Her knowledge of the law was only matched by her emotional intelligence. She didn’t just represent me - she protected me. Her ability to anticipate patterns of manipulation, shut them down legally, and restore my sense of agency was nothing short of life-saving. There were moments when I felt paralysed by fear and self-doubt, but Rebecca remained a constant, grounding force. She never once made me feel small, dramatic, or difficult. She validated my experience at every turn, which gave me the strength to keep going. Without Rebecca, I would have been left to the mercy of someone who knew exactly how to manipulate a system not designed to detect emotional abuse. With her, I stood a chance - and I’m still standing now because of her. Rebecca Viola is not just an outstanding solicitor - she is a beacon of light for anyone going through the darkness of coercive control. I am endlessly grateful that our paths crossed. Thank you, Rebecca. You truly saved my life.

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The service I received from Rebecca Viola was second to none.

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I was supported very well by the team of Rebecca Viola, Jessica Hale and Alicia Farran. From first interaction to last they were professional, kind and helpful. It was my first time using this firm and I was very pleased with the support.

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