Vinay Tanna

Senior Partner
Solicitor (Dispute Resolution) and Notary Public

Vinay has been a solicitor for over 30 years.

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His experience spans complex family cases and civil litigation disputes. His expertise in contested inheritance matters has helped resolve many disagreements between bereaved family members, including the nationally reported case Banfield -v- Campbell [2018] Law Report.

In addition to his practice as a solicitor, he is a registered Notary Public and regulated by the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury.

He has written a book on matrimonial finance, as well as other guidebooks on pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements. He is about to publish his second book, focused on inheritance disputes, which is due for release in 2026/27. He regularly writes articles and speaks on a range of legal issues.

Vinay is highly regarded amongst his colleagues and clients alike for his approachable nature and superb expertise.

Outside of the office, he sits on many charity boards and is a pro bono advisor to several charitable institutions. He serves as His Majesty’s Deputy Lieutenant of Hertfordshire.

Vinay writes poetry, runs and is a keen gardener. He also graciously loses to his son at golf.

Vinay’s Dinner Guest would be:

If I could invite one guest to a dinner party, it would be Bhaktivinoda Thakura (1838–1914), an Indian philosopher, poet, and magistrate whose wisdom transcends time. His life was a testament to the pursuit of truth, both in the courts of law and in the deeper inquiries of existence.

He wrote, “Realisation begins when the soul questions – what is true, what is false, what is eternal, what is fleeting?”

This echoes the very essence of legal thought and judicial processes, the discipline of distinguishing fact from fiction, and justice from illusion.

In a world where perception often blurs reality, his presence at the dinner table would be a reminder that true understanding begins with focus, inquiry, and the courage to seek what is real.

Notable Cases

  • Patel -v- Patel [2023] – Family final trial dealing with issues of need and potential earning capacity – Family Division of the High Court
  • Mangat -v- Mangat [2023] – Preliminary issue dealing with beneficial interest in a property – High Court
  • Banfield -v- Campbell [2018] – Inheritance family dispute reported Case – Law Report
  • Rouse -v- Petrou [2018] – Disputed beneficial ownership of property, equitable accounting
  • Arabi -v- Arabi [2017] – Company issues, quasi-partnership, registration Property dispute
  • Friend -v- Friend [2015] – Financial proceedings in divorce dealing with financial conduct
  • Virdee -v- Virdee [2013] [RPTS] – Determination of Beneficial Interest
  • Shaw v Finnimore & Anor, Court of Appeal Chancery Division, [2009] EWHC 367 (Ch) – Property, Debt/Gifts, Fraud. Law Report
  • Mudhar -v- Mudhar [2009] – Property issues and fraud
  • Karia -v- Ruperalia [2009] – dispute of company Charge, duress, non-est factum
  • Patel -v- Rostamkhani & others[2008] – Liability, Landlord & Tenant
  • Kapoor -v- Kapoor [2004] – Father intervening in Divorce proceedings to protect his interest in properties
  • Tuite -v- Tuite (2023) -In the  Court of Protection about a dispute over deputyship
  • S -v- V (Central Family Court) (2025) – family case based on a £2M advance inheritance from father and whether it should be matrimonialised

Guide to Completing Form E & Over 200 Questions Answered on Finances in Divorce:

Helping you to complete Form E, with hints and tips and answering questions on the financial aspects of divorce.

When completing the Form E, most squander this opportunity by not understanding the subtle importance of the questions and how each answer will be used later in a court case. The Form E is the centrepiece of your whole case, and getting this right at an early stage will give you an immense advantage and even reduce legal costs.

Vinay has taken his 25 years of divorce law experience and put it in this book. Over 200 questions on Finances in Divorce, in a FAQ style, giving answers in a clear and informative way, allowing you to make better decisions on how to proceed with your case cost-effectively.

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Professional Organisations

Publications

  • Financial Relief in Divorce- Questions Answered
  • Pre-marital agreement Toolkit
  • Essential Guide to Financial Disclosure in Matrimonial Finances – Form E
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Legal Profiles

  • Pro bono advisor at the local Law Centre
  • Trustee and Legal Counsel for various Charities
  • Director of the Avanti Schools Trust
  • Notary Public – Regulated by the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury

Honours

  • Professionalism, Expertise and Dedication

    I have been a client of Garner & Hancock for many years and recently needed help reviewing my redundancy settlement agreement. Mr Tanna was extremely helpful and knowledgeable, giving clear advice and guidance on how to proceed. He supported me with genuine empathy through a very stressful period. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication were truly appreciated. I highly recommend Garner & Hancock for anyone in need of legal support.
    C Kopen
    July 2026

  • Exceptional Service

    My fiancée and I had an outstanding experience with Vinay Tanna at Garner & Hancock Solicitors. From our first enquiry to the completion of our appointment, the service we received was exceptional.
    Vinay was incredibly accommodating, fitting us in at short notice, and made the entire notarisation process smooth, swift and completely stress-free. He explained everything clearly, answered all of our questions, and guided us through each step with patience and professionalism.
    What impressed us most was his genuinely warm and cordial manner. He made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived, and it was a pleasure to meet someone who combines such expertise with kindness, approachability and a great sense of humour.
    Maggie S
    November 2025
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