Mark Betteridge is a highly experienced family law solicitor with over 36 years in practice, including nearly three decades as founder and managing director of a successful Hertfordshire based firm. He specialises in divorce, financial settlements, and contentious probate, with particular expertise in high-net-worth, multi-asset and business-focused cases.
Mark has acted in complex financial remedy proceedings involving matrimonial assets of over £250 million, alongside substantial inheritance disputes including will challenges, proprietary estoppel claims and applications under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. His extensive background in litigation and negotiation enables him to navigate cases where family dynamics, wealth structures and strategic planning are central. Mark has a niche farming background which he drew on when advising many farmers during their complex divorces. Mark also has expertise in expat divorce and separation.
Clients value Mark for his calm, direct manner, and his ability to bring clarity to even the most demanding situations. He is known for balancing robust representation with a pragmatic, solution-focused approach, helping clients understand their options from the outset and guiding them towards outcomes that are fair, realistic, and aligned with their long-term priorities.