Meet the Team
At Jacobs & Reeves, our Family Law team is made up of experienced solicitors and legal professionals dedicated to supporting clients through some of life’s most difficult moments.
Below, you’ll find the full team of family law specialists. If you're unsure what type of support you need, don't worry — reach out to us, and we’ll help guide you to the right person.
Andrew Goss
Solicitor and Team Supervisor
Andrew is the Supervisor of our Legal Aid team at Jacobs & Reeves.
He qualified as a solicitor in 1995 and has particular expertise in family matters whether it be following the breakdown of a marriage, civil partnership or from cohabitation. He has a wealth of experience in handling financial and children issues.
Andrew is accredited by Resolution (The Solicitors Family Law Association) in complex financial remedies and cohabitation/TOLATA Act claims involving property disputes, having also previously obtained accreditation in children law and advocacy in financial provision cases.
Andrew has overall responsibility for our Legal Aid department and is committed to ensuring a high standard of quality legal services are provided to all our clients.
Emma Crowley
Family Law Executive
Emma is a family law executive and has been in private practice since 2005.
She is the newest member of our Legal Aid team having previously specialized in divorce, separation, pre and post nuptial agreements and family disputes.
She qualified as an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in 2005 and is committed to providing legal services to those requiring Legal Aid across Dorset and the wider communities.
Rob Nickless
Consultant Solicitor
Rob qualified as a solicitor in 1982 after studying at Southampton University and the Guildford College of Law. He joined Jacobs & Reeves in 1980 and has remained a valued member of the firm ever since.
With decades of experience across a broad range of legal matters, Rob spent much of his career specialising in family law, particularly in child-related and financial issues. He is an accredited specialist in both children matters and domestic violence and has also handled high-value financial cases.
Rob now acts as a consultant, while lending his extensive knowledge and expertise to support the team. His insight and guidance remain a vital part of the firm’s commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.
Felicity Bennett
Trainee Solicitor
Felicity joined early in 2025 as a Paralegal in the private client team, with our sister firm, Rawlins Davy Reeves. She has since been promoted to a Trainee Solicitor and transitioned to the Family Law team at Jacobs & Reeves to begin her training.
Felicity graduated from Bath Spa University in 2024, achieving First Class Honours in a Bachelor of Laws degree. Alongside her studies, she volunteered at a Citizens Advice Legal Clinic, gaining invaluable experience assisting members of the public with a range of legal issues such as family, immigration, employment, and private client matters.
Felicity is dedicated to making legal services accessible and inclusive. She has undertaken specialist training on supporting vulnerable clients and takes pride in her experience working with neurodiverse individuals, ensuring their needs are understood and respected throughout the legal process. She is committed to ongoing professional development and aspires to qualify as a Solicitor in the near future.
Tom Killick
Senior Associate
Tom is a highly experienced Litigation Executive who has been with the firm for over 38 years. Throughout his long-standing career at Jacobs & Reeves, he has built up extensive expertise across all areas of family law.
He regularly assists clients with divorce, financial disputes following the breakdown of a relationship, and matters involving children — including both private arrangements and complex Public Law Care proceedings. Tom also has significant experience supporting individuals facing domestic abuse, helping them access the legal protection they need.
His depth of knowledge and approachable manner make him a trusted point of contact for clients navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges.
Amy Cable
Family Law Solicitor
Amy is a family law solicitor, who joined Jacobs & Reeves following her qualification as a Solicitor in January 2026.
Amy now works in our Legal Aid Team, having previously completed her training in private practice. She has experience across a broad range of family law matters including divorce, finances, children law, domestic abuse injunctions, pre and post nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements.