Peter Morris, a distinguished family lawyer with over 25 years of experience, has transitioned his practice to arch.law, the pioneering distributed law firm redefining the delivery of legal solutions. Joining him is Legal Assistant, Hannah Wells. Together, they bring their expertise and client-focused approach to arch.law’s collaborative, technology-driven platform.
Peter will serve clients nationwide while operating from arch.law’s new London Collaboration Hub at 8 Bishopsgate and its Leeds Collaboration Hub on East Parade. Known for his empathetic yet results-driven approach, Peter specialises in high-net-worth divorces, separations, cohabitation issues, pre and post-nuptial agreements, and children’s matters.
With a career that spans leadership roles as Partner and Head of Family Law teams at the Leeds offices of Shoosmiths and Irwin Mitchell , Peter also co-founded Watson Morris Family Law in 2022.
A trained collaborative lawyer and member of Resolution, Peter is also part of its Wellbeing Committee, reflecting his commitment to supporting clients and colleagues as well as promoting amicable, client-centred solutions in family law.
Peter sees joining arch.law as a unique opportunity to combine his entrepreneurial ambitions with a client-first ethos. His goal is clear: to double the size of the business within the next two years, leveraging arch.law’s innovative infrastructure and national and international presence.
“After years working in some of the UK’s largest law firms, I’m genuinely excited to join arch.law,” Peter says. “Their entrepreneurial approach and seamless integration of technology offer the perfect balance of autonomy and support, enabling me to focus entirely on delivering outstanding results for clients. In high-end divorces, where significant business assets and international considerations often play a role, having access to arch.law’s corporate legal expertise and national and international hubs, will be invaluable.”
Peter adds, “With the recent addition of the London Collaboration Hub, I’m well-placed to serve clients where they frequently need me. Many of my cases involve the London courts and barristers, and arch.law’s presence here enhances my ability to provide strategic, timely, and top-tier advice. My ambition is to grow this business significantly over the next two years, and arch.law provides the ideal platform to make that happen.”
Andrew Leaitherland, CEO of arch.law, added: “Peter brings a wealth of experience and a stellar reputation in family law. His decision to join arch.law underscores our ability to provide a clear, forward-thinking pathway for entrepreneurial lawyers looking to grow their businesses and deliver outstanding client service. We’re excited to support his growth ambitions.”
This latest addition reinforces arch.law’s position as a leader in the distributed law firm model, combining cutting-edge technology with a network of talented professionals to deliver exceptional results.