Claire Johnston
tel: 01752 668246
e: cxj@gardandco.com
Claire is a Senior Consultant Solicitor in the Family Law department and joined Gard and Co in January 2023.
She qualified as a Solicitor in 2007 and has exclusively practised family law for over 16 years, dealing with a full range of family matters including divorce; finances; private and public children; cohabitation; pre/post nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. A member of Resolution, Claire will always strive to achieve results for her clients in the least contentious manner, appreciating the stress that comes with relationship breakdowns.
Claire has a background in public children law, during which time she was a member of the Law Society’s Children Panel, representing children through their Guardians. She maintains a mixed case load of divorce/financial work and private children matters, undertaking her own advocacy where possible. She retains a particular interest in private children cases and has extensive experience in dealing with complex issues relating to children.
Claire is listed as a Leading Lawyer by Wiselaw.
Outside of work, Claire enjoys spending time with her family and walking their Labradors. She likes watching rugby and motor racing and enjoys reading. Claire also volunteers as the Chair of Governors at the local village school, a role she has undertaken for over four years, and is the school’s safeguarding governor.
What her clients say
‘Claire was brilliant, she acted quickly to meet a Court deadline, she was so knowledgeable and down to earth, I can definitely recommend her team!’ Ms S Plymouth
‘Extremely helpful and willing to listen. They keep me appraised of costs and I feel it is money well spent. Would highly recommend these solicitors.’ Mr C Saltash
Year Admitted as Solicitor – 2007
Dealing with Family issues since – 2005
