From the very first emails I sent concerning divorce and child maintenance, she was kind, helpful and informed, and demystified a confusing process every step of the way. At such a time of heightened emotion, when discussing sensitive and personal information, it was unbelievably reassuring to know that I could contact Janette with any questions and receive a prompt, calm and careful reply. I felt that I could ask her anything and could clarify everything I needed to, as many times as I needed to. It was also brilliant to have somebody on my side during more difficult conversations and negotiations – Janette helped me to navigate something very hard, and make it as straightforward, kind and mutually respectful as possible. Lastly, Janette walked me through the practical side of applying for an online divorce, and provided fair and accurate estimates of the costs of the whole process, including using the new online portal. All the communication with her colleagues at A City Law Firm was equally considerate and prompt, and made the business of administering a divorce much easier. Many thanks to Janette and the whole team. – Anonymous
Karen Holden
Founder and MD
Karen is the visionary founder of A City Law Firm, recognised globally and ranked by Chambers & Partners. She has years of legal expertise s in advising founders and businesses in all sectors , but particularly in cutting-edge sectors such as AI, blockchain, fintech, and autonomous technology.
Her firm stands at the forefront of innovation, providing bespoke legal solutions for businesses preparing for investment, navigating international expansions, and protecting intellectual property in rapidly evolving industries. Her idea to offer fixed fees and packages are born with her vision to offer accessible but bespoke legal services to everyone.
Director & Head of Commercial Team
Founder and MD
Jacqueline heads up our Corporate and Commercial Team, is a Director of the Firm and sits on the Management Team. She is a confident and skilled negotiator, achieves favourable results for her clients and is a seasoned innovator.
Jacqueline head up a specialist team of lawyers best placed to advise on new innovation. Whilst she oversees all work undertaken by her team, she also runs the more complex investment rounds and enjoys working with those looking to disrupt their marketplace or using new and innovative technologies. She has specialist experience in crypto-currency and block chain, where she runs a steering panel of experts in this field as well as giving expert commentary and talks. She has a passion and understanding of machine learning and AI and works closely with our clients in developing their IP, business and securing investment. She has an array of clients across a multitude of sectors and disciplines, each at varying stages of funding, expansion and exits.