Pauline O’Rourke

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“I consider myself to be user-friendly, easy to talk to, and able to quickly get to grips with the often complex issues involved in my clients' cases. I embrace research and deliver clear and practical advice. I am open, honest and accurate in both expectation and cost. Not all approaches to solicitors involve conflict. I advise clients on entering into relationships, including preparing nuptial or living together agreements, and draft outcome agreements and court orders where parties have reached an agreement themselves.”
Pauline O'Rourke Spencer West Partner

Pauline O’Rourke is a Partner with Spencer West specialising in all aspects of divorce and relationship breakdown. Based in our Birmingham office, Pauline has practised for over 34 years within the Midlands and further afield dealing with complex matrimonial cases, particularly those with a business element. She is at ease with the smaller asset matter as much as a high to ultra high-net-worth case, and always delivers with the highest standards of client care.

Pauline has developed expertise over many years in cohabitation disputes, Trust of Land/TOLATA 1996 cases, and advises from the outset on beneficial interests in property including financial remedy for children.

Whichever her client case, Pauline will advise on all options on mediation and settlement from the outset to keep conflict to a minimum and always with clear transparency on cost.

A career highlight came when Pauline took a 2 year post as a family law specialist in the Falkland Islands with a global law firm, acting for both the local and business community in this unique overseas territory with its own laws and jurisdiction.

Pauline is a member of the Birmingham Law Society.

Practice Areas

Family & Divorce

Testimonials

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Pauline O’Rourke for the exceptional support, dedication, and professionalism she has shown throughout my case. She has provided reassurance, guidance, and unwavering commitment during what has been a challenging case to this point.

I have found that Pauline is extremely knowledgeable and highly experienced. What has impressed me most is her willingness to thoroughly research and explore areas where the legal issues are particularly complex or outside the usual scope, ensuring that every aspect of the case is properly considered. Her attention to detail and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome have been invaluable.

She is direct, honest, and clear in her advice”

– Client (2026)