Francesca Skakel

Francesca joined the family team at Birketts in January 2023, and has built an exceptional reputation – not just for her legal acumen, but drive and leadership within the firm and community.

At the University of Cambridge, Francesca earned her MA (Cantab) in Law and subsequently achieved a high-level distinction on the LPC at BPP University, Cambridge. Since then, Francesca has built a reputation for navigating procedurally and legally complex cases, to great success.

Francesca is a regular contributor to prominent publications, including Today’s Family Lawyer and High Net Worth Divorce magazine. She is highly sought after for her ability to distil intricate legal concepts into practical and accessible advice, with a view to empowering clients and peers alike.

Francesca’s practice spans all areas of family law, with a commitment to delivering commercial, practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. Francesca has a particular aptitude for cases involving complex children and financial matters. Her empathy, creativity, and strategic approach enable clients to reach solutions that prioritise children and support their families’ long-term wellbeing.

As an active member of Resolution, Francesca strives to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and promotes amicable, empathetic, and constructive solutions whenever possible.

Beyond her legal practice, Francesca is passionate about fostering the next generation of legal talent. She dedicates time to mentoring aspiring lawyers and serves as a solicitor-adviser for the ARU Law Clinic, and is committed to improving access and connections in the legal field.