Back 16 January 2026Jennifer Hudec joins Maguire Family Law to head up Manchester office We have welcomed Jennifer Hudec to lead our Manchester city centre team. Joining as a senior associate, Jennifer has been working in family law since 2017 and specialises in high-net-worth financial matters, including those involving trusts, foreign property, pre- and post-nuptial agreements and companies. Alongside providing financial expertise, in her new role, Jennifer will be assisting clients with cohabitation disputes and children matters, including internal and external relocation. She brings a wealth of experience across contested matters, as well as alternative dispute resolution. Previously at a Tier 1 Legal 500 firm, Jennifer is a CILEx Litigator (Family) and Complex Matrimonial Finances (High Net Worth) and Children Law Resolution Accredited. James Maguire, managing director, said: “We’re pleased to be starting the year on a high with the appointment of Jennifer, who is an excellent addition to our team. She has already proven herself to be diligent, detail-oriented and dedicated to providing the highest level of service and delivering the best possible outcomes for clients. “We’re confident that she will play a key role in the firm’s continued growth throughout 2026 and beyond.” Jennifer Hudec said, “I’m proud to be joining a team with a reputation for handling complex cases with empathy, professionalism and expertise. It’s an exciting time to join the firm and I look forward to leading the team in Manchester while supporting clients as they navigate the legal landscape. I’m also committed to helping colleagues broaden their experience and contributing to Maguire Family Law’s ongoing success.” Jennifer’s appointment has been covered by The Business Desk, Bdaily, Solicitors Journal, New Law Journal, Today’s Family Lawyer and North West Insider. For specialist advice on any family law related issue contact Maguire Family Law by email: james.maguire@family-law.co.uk or telephone: Altrincham 0161 537 2808 Knutsford 01565 743 300 London 0207 947 4219 Manchester 0161 537 2808 Wilmslow 01625 544 650 Categories Case Studies (20) Children (282) Divorce (547) Domestic Abuse (22) Finances (210) Insights (22) International (49) Reported cases (37) Related News 6 Ways to Protect Your Wealth Before Your Final Divorce Order 6 January 2026 Is Your Inheritance Protected During Divorce? 4 December 2025 What the Autumn Budget 2025 means for our family law clients 2 December 2025