Jessica Aviss 

Solicitor – Family

Call Jessica on: 020 7167 6665

email: Jessica.Aviss@beckfitzgerald.co.uk

 

 

About Jessica

Jessica specialises in domestic abuse and complex children cases involving alienating behaviours and local authorities. She also works closely with Suzan Fitzgerald in relation to more complicated care matters including non-accidental injury and representing Guardians.

Jessica is known for her empathetic approach when advising her clients and prides herself on her supportive approach. For Jessica, the best part of her job is working closely with her clients and knowing that she has been able to help them, often during difficult and emotional circumstances, to achieve the best possible outcome for their case.

Two major breakthroughs for access to justice

Clients from Beck Fitzgerald have put themselves forward to help us challenge two particularly unfair rules in the application of the legal aid ‘means test’. Trapped capital The brilliant Public Law Project took this matter to judicial review regarding the...

Are Menopausal Wives Short-Changed on Divorce?

The original Family Law Menopause Project survey revealed that practitioners acknowledge and accept that there is a lack of understanding of menopause in the area of family law. It revealed that 81% of family lawyers are failing to understand or recognise the impact of menopause and…

Beck Fitzgerald ushers in a new era: Welcoming Molly Ashcroft & Rebecca Pantelli as shareholding directors

Beck Fitzgerald is delighted to announce that Molly Ashcroft and Rebecca Pantelli have become shareholding directors in the company. Their appointment represents the beginning of an exciting new phase for our growing firm. It coincides with Susan Fitzgerald’s planned...

Family Justice Council Publishes Key Guidance on Neurodiversity

Family Justice Council Publishes Key Guidance on Neurodiversity in the Family Justice System Today, the Family Justice Council has published essential new guidance for practitioners on neurodiversity within the Family Justice System. This marks a significant turning...

Resolution podcast, reluctance, resistance and refusal

Listen to the latest Resolution podcast featuring Jenny, Jaime Craig, and Zoe Fleetwood as they explore the complex dynamics of children who exhibit reluctance, resistance, or refusal to spend time with a parent during separation, along with the issue of parental...

New guidance around alienating behaviours a significant step forward

New guidance from the Family Justice Council represents a significant step forward when dealing with cases involving allegations of ‘alienating behaviour’. I am pleased to have contributed to this important workstream alongside my respected colleagues on FJC. The...

Sir Andrew MacFarlane congratulates FLANC on innovation award

  “Described by Sir Andrew MacFarlane as ‘one of those ideas which is so good you wonder why we hadn’t thought of it sooner’ FLANC has picked up its second award in as many months. Family Advice for the Neurodivergent Community (FLANC)  was awarded the Family Law...

Farhana Shahzady joins as consultant solicitor

Beck Fitzgerald is delighted to announce that Farhana Shahzady has joined the firm as a consultant solicitor. Farhana is an exceptional family lawyer and mediator. Farhana is a national expert on the thorny and contemporary issue of spousal maintenance, upon which she...

Celebrating recognition as one of Times Best Law Firms 2025

  At Beck Fitzgerald Family Law, we are thrilled and honoured to be recognised as one of The Times Best Law Firms for 2025. This prestigious accolade represents not only a milestone for our firm but also a testament to the dedication, expertise, and commitment that...

FLANC wins Resolution innovation award

  We are thrilled to announce that Family Law Advice for the Neurodivergent Community (FLANC) has won the Innovation Champion Award at the esteemed Resolution Awards 2024. This award celebrates FLANC’s pioneering efforts to create a more inclusive and accessible...

Remembering Jess

It is with heartfelt sadness that we share the news of the loss of our dear colleague and friend Jessica Aviss. Jess was a wonderful colleague, a caring and compassionate solicitor and a true friend. We will miss her desperately. Jessica’s funeral will take place on...