Michael Gregory

High-Net-Worth Divorce, International Family Law & Surrogacy and Fertility Law Expert
Manchester and London

 

A recognised and go-to Family Law Expert

With over 20 years of elite family law experience, Michael Gregory is a powerhouse in complex, high-value matrimonial and modern family law matters. Known for his sharp insight, calm authority, and unrivalled client care, Michael advises business owners, professionals, and public figures with discretion and clarity, often in cases involving substantial assets and wealth structures that have exceeded £30 million.

Described also in The Legal 500 (2025) as “the go-to for surrogacy and fertility law,” Michael joined  Austin Kemp as a Salaried Partner in 2025, enhancing the firm’s growing national reputation for excellence in complex family law.

 

A Leader in High-Net-Worth & Ultra-High-Net-Worth Divorce

Michael is trusted by entrepreneurs, executives, and celebrities navigating divorce and separation involving complex financial and international issues. He has extensive experience with:

• Complex business and family trust structures
• International assets, offshore investments, and overseas property
• High-value pensions
• Forensic analysis and asset tracing
• Set-aside applications of final financial orders for fraudulent non-disclosure
• Advising clients with asset bases of £30M+

Michael’s methodical approach and access to an expert professional network, including tax specialists, offshore advisers, and international lawyers, ensures clients are comprehensively protected.

 

Specialist in International Family Law & Jurisdictional Disputes

Michael is frequently instructed in multi-jurisdictional disputes, including cross-border divorce, enforcement, and the strategic selection of forum. His knowledge spans:

• Pre- and post-Brexit jurisdictional complexities
• Applications made under The Hague Convention and Part III claims under the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 following an overseas divorce.
• Coordination with overseas lawyers to optimise outcomes for parties
• Advisory roles in international enforcement of financial orders and pension conflicts

His background in international family law allows him to anticipate and minimise risks early, giving his clients a decisive advantage and ensuring that their financial interests remain protected.

 

Modern Family & Surrogacy Law Pioneer

Michael is one of the UK’s experienced lawyers in surrogacy and fertility law, advising and acting for intended parents, surrogates, and LGBT+ families in both domestic and international arrangements. His work includes:

• Parental order applications
• Navigating cross-border surrogacy and immigration law
• Working with fertility clinics and foreign lawyers

His niche practice has earned him national media recognition and referrals from fertility specialists and modern families alike.

 

Private Children Law – Comprehensive & Compassionate

Michael’s work in private law children cases is vast and empathetic. He has handled matters involving:

• Living arrangements, contact, and relocation
• Special guardianship
• All Schedule 1 Children Act 1989 applications to include private school fees, top-up orders, disability care, and university expenses for both married and unmarried couples and their children
• High-conflict disputes being made by parents over medical, religious or educational decisions for their children

Michael ensures that every child’s best interests are placed at the centre of any legal strategy while supporting clients with clarity and compassion.

 

Strategic Litigator & Skilled Negotiator

Michael is an experienced litigator when circumstances demand , but  also promotes the use  of non-court dispute resolution (NCDR) wherever this is  appropriate to be able to reach an agreement or settlement. His strategic approach includes:

• Private FDRs for HNW disputes
• All forms of mediation to include Hybrid mediation, where clients’ solicitors can be brought in to advise and support in complex cases
• Roundtable negotiations to narrow or settle issues
• Tactical interim advice where urgency is key

He balances legal rigour with emotional intelligence, helping clients achieve results without unnecessary delay, cost or public exposure.

 

Reputation Management & Discretion for High-Profile Clients

Michael’s client base includes personalities and public figures, many of whom require tailored reputation management in conjunction with legal advice. He regularly advises on:

• Media and press management
• Confidentiality protection and anonymised proceedings
• Discreet negotiations

Clients trust Michael to protect not just their finances but also their public image, family reputation, and long-term privacy.

 

Trusts, Asset Protection & Strategic Planning

Michael advises on wealth preservation through:

• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• Cohabitation or living together agreements
• Understanding and unpicking complex nuptial settlements and family trust arrangements
• Collaborating with private wealth teams

He is especially sought after by family business owners looking to future-proof their legacies.

 

What Clients Say

Clients consistently describe Michael as:

“The lawyer you want when the stakes are high. Calm, clear, utterly professional.”
“I felt like I had someone fighting for me who also truly cared.”
“No sugar-coating. Just smart, strategic advice I could trust.”

His ability to combine genuine empathy with technical excellence makes him a rare and invaluable adviser in some of life’s most difficult moments.

 

Why Michael, Why Austin Kemp?

Michael Gregory epitomises the calibre, confidence, and compassion that Austin Kemp is known for. His arrival marks a milestone in the firm’s continued growth as a national leader in private family law, offering specialist services to clients whose legal and financial needs demand only the best.

If your case involves high-value assets, complex cross-border elements, modern family arrangements, or you simply want the reassurance of knowing you’re in the safest hands, Michael is the solicitor to call.