Simon Bruce

Spear’s Review

Frequently sought out by high-profile clients and their spouses, Simon Bruce, a partner at Dawson Cornwell, summarises his approach as guided by pragmatism, empathy and a dedication to getting results. His aim, he says, is to reach a settlement in the quickest and most efficient way, thus avoiding unnecessary costs. 

He has been involved in several cases in the Supreme Court. These include the landmark children and abduction cases Re A (Children) (AP), Re B (A child) and Radmacher. The latter was particularly significant in establishing the importance of autonomy and premarital contracts in family law. 

His expertise is highly valued at Dawson Cornwell; the head of the firm’s matrimonial department, Russell Bywater, describes Bruce as a lawyer who ‘revs up the place’ and is ‘dedicated to his clients and pro bono work’.

Bruce is a fluent French speaker and a previous president of the Family Law Commission of the Union Internationale des Avocats.