Top City lawyer is cleared of assaulting his wife during row over money - as court hears she 'embellished' the details to 'gain an upper hand in the divorce'

Boris Telyatnikov, a prominent city solicitor, has been exonerated after allegations that he assaulted his wife, Sophie Voigt-Firon, during a dispute over money. The court revealed that Voigt-Firon had allegedly exaggerated the assault details to strengthen her position in their ongoing divorce proceedings. This case highlights the complexities and emotional stakes involved in high-profile divorces, where personal grievances can sometimes overshadow the truth. Telyatnikov's acquittal suggests a critical examination of the credibility of allegations made in the context of contentious family law matters.