04 Mar 2026
Mills & Reeve strengthens London family team with partner hires Brett Frankle and Rachel Donald
"Mills & Reeve hires partners Brett Frankle and Rachel Donald into its London family team to bolster high‑net‑worth private wealth work, including wealth protection, international family law, dispute resolution and prenuptial agreements."
Brett Frankle, formerly of Withers, brings extensive experience in wealth protection, international family law and complex financial arrangements. Recognised for his strong track record, Brett joins to support growth in London’s competitive market and to help sustain the firm’s Tier 1 family offering. He is committed to providing innovative non-court dispute resolution options and to leveraging digital tools such as virtual hearings and paperless processes to enhance convenience and efficiency for clients worldwide.
Rachel Donald, formerly with Russell‑Cooke, adds depth in litigation, non-court dispute resolution and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for high net worth clients. With a robust referral network across the UK and overseas, Rachel will drive cross-border private wealth work and support the team’s growth trajectory. She is passionate about making legal services accessible and flexible, embracing digital transformation and sharing thought leadership to guide clients through evolving family law reforms.
Joanna Grandfield, partner and head of the London family team, said the appointments will enhance the firm’s ability to provide comprehensive, high‑impact solutions to clients and strengthen its strategic positioning in London.