Mimi is a Solicitor in our Family Department.
She has several years of experience representing parents in child arrangements disputes and other aspects of private law, such as Specific Issue Orders and Prohibited Steps Orders. She regularly deals with complex cases involving serious allegations of domestic abuse and has a wealth of experience preparing for multi-day fact finding and final hearings.
Mimi is passionate about assisting victims of domestic abuse in obtaining protection for themselves and their children. She works closely with a number of domestic abuse charities, in order to ensure support, safety and legal advice are provided to survivors and vulnerable people as quickly as possible.
Mimi joined Sills & Betteridge in 2021 after graduating in law from Brunel University London. She qualified as a solicitor in March 2026.
Her supervisor is Dominic Lee.
Legal 500 Testimonials
'I have known for many years Jessica Firth brown and Grace O'Neill who are always approachable and clear in their requirements. they communicate well and the standards they set are very high. Dominic Lee is a very knowledgeable and user friendly solicitor also who gives clear instructions and advice as to client requirements. Katie Bonnett and Mimi Hancott are personable demonstrate a great deal of care about concentrating on positive outcomes for clients and the addition of Yasmine Roff further strengthens the team.'
