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Viberts has strengthened its Family Law team with the appointment of English Solicitor Clare Woodhouse who joins as a Managing Associate.

Viberts is delighted to welcome Clare who brings over 22 years’ experience in family law, including divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, and cohabitation disputes. She has a strong reputation for her compassionate and strategic approach to family law matters and is known for her ability to guide clients through complex legal issues with clarity and confidence.

Rose Colley said: “We are thrilled to have Clare on board. Her expertise and dedication to client care make her a perfect fit for our team. Her arrival strengthens our ability to provide exceptional support to individuals and families facing challenging legal situations.”
Viberts has a strong reputation for its work in family law, offering expert advice on all aspects of relationship breakdowns, financial disputes, and children’s matters. With Clare’s addition, the firm continues to grow its capabilities and provide top-tier legal support in Jersey.

Clare added: “I am excited to join Viberts and to work alongside a team that shares my commitment to delivering tailored, practical solutions for clients. Family law requires both legal insight and sensitivity, and I look forward to helping clients navigate these important matters.”
Clare specialises in matrimonial cases, separations and children matters, both public and private. She has experience in cross jurisdiction children’s matters including Hague Convention proceedings.

Clare handles a variety of family matters and is well known for her logical and analytical way of resolving matters for her clients. She regularly acts for clients who are very vulnerable with learning difficulties or mental health issues. She has also completed the Mind course and is a qualified Mental Health First Aider which enables to identify the mental health vulnerabilities of clients.

Clare trained in England and qualified as an English Solicitor in 2004.