Family Law Solicitor Southall
Does not accept legal aid
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Children lawAt a glance : Prashant Chaudhary is a specialist solicitor based in Southall, offering expert legal services in Family Law, Wills, Trusts, and Estate matters. With a wealth of experience, he provides comprehensive legal support tailored to his clients' needs, handling everything from family-related disputes to estate administration. In F...
Family Law Solicitor Sheffield
15 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnershipsAt a glance : Recommended in the Legal 500 2020, I am a partner and the head of the family law department at Graysons and have specialised in family law now for a number of years. With significant experience in family law, I deal with the whole spectrum of legal issues that affect families, including divorce, separation, finances, injunc...
Family Law Solicitor Ilford
26 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Emeka Ezekwe is a highly experienced solicitor based in Ilford, with 25 years of expertise in family law, divorce, litigation, and wills, trusts, and estate matters. Since qualifying in 2000, he has built a strong reputation for providing tailored legal solutions that clients can trust when making crucial decisions in both ...
Family Law Solicitor Guildford
16 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnershipsAt a glance : Kiran Kaur is an experienced solicitor based in Guildford, with 15 years of expertise in employment law, family law, divorce, and healthcare-related legal matters. As a key member of C P Law Associates, which was established in 2014, Kiran has built a reputation for providing personalized attention and strong legal represen...
Family Law Solicitor London
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnershipsAt a glance : In my almost 22 years, as a Family Lawyer I would say the most rewarding aspect of what I do is build relationships with my clients and help them to successfully move on with their lives without all of the drama. I meet clients at what is probably the worst time of their lives when they are often angry, confused and very di...
Family Law Solicitor Liverpool
9 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnershipsAt a glance : Calum Whelan is an experienced solicitor based in Liverpool, specializing in family law, divorce, and wills, trusts, and estates. With eight years of legal experience, he is a key member of Paul Crowley & Co, where he has been practicing since 2019, focusing exclusively on divorce, separation, and financial matters aris...
Family Law Solicitor Northampton
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnershipsAt a glance : Ruth Taylor is a highly experienced family law solicitor with 28 years of expertise in the field. She began her career in family law in 1985 as a secretary to a family law solicitor before qualifying as a Legal Executive and later as a Solicitor in 1997. Ruth has worked exclusively in family law throughout her career, which...
Family Law Solicitor Wigan
33 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnershipsAt a glance : I am a Partner in the family law team at Stephensons. I joined Stephensons in 1992 and have specialised in family law ever since. Separation and family disputes can bring a variety of situations which require careful management, advice and support and as a specialist family lawyer experience has shown that all situations ar...
Family Law Solicitor Plymouth
19 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Family Law
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Domestic Violence and AbuseAt a glance : Gemma Stevens is an experienced family law solicitor based in Plymouth, with 18 years of practice in the field. She qualified as a solicitor in 2007 after completing her Law degree at Plymouth University and the Legal Practice Course at Exeter University. Throughout her career, Gemma has focused on various aspects of family...
Family Law Solicitor London
14 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children lawAt a glance : I am Founder and Director at RVS Solicitors. Years of experience in Family Law, have led me to heading our Family Law Department, where I lead a team of equally talented lawyers with a passion for Family Law. From the beginning of my career, I knew that my passion lay in Family Law. I trained in a specialist Family Law firm...
Family Law Solicitor Hove
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : I am the Owner, Director and a Solicitor at my firm, Britton and Time Solicitors. Britton and Time is a law firm based in Brighton and Hove which focuses on a multitude of legal areas. Before creating Britton and Time, I worked in another central London law firm and also in business development roles in my early 20's. I hav...
Family Law Solicitor Birmingham
15 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Domestic Violence and AbuseAt a glance : Zubair Rasheed is an experienced solicitor based in Birmingham, with 14 years of practice in family law, immigration, business, and human rights. Fluent in English, Punjabi, and Urdu, he is dedicated to providing expert legal guidance tailored to the diverse needs of his clients. He does not accept legal aid cases. With a s...
Family Law Solicitor West Midlands
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Sophie Donovan is an experienced solicitor based in the West Midlands, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including family law, Wills and probate, debt recovery, and residential conveyancing. With 12 years of experience in the legal profession, Sophie has built a strong reputation for providing professional, relia...
Family Law Solicitor Stowmarket
24 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Child CustodyAt a glance : Michelle is an experienced family law solicitor and collaborative lawyer with over 30 years experience. Specialising in divorce, separation, finances, child disputes and pre-nuptial agreements. Michelle offers an initial fixed fee interview for up to an hour for £100 plus VAT
Family Law Solicitor Middlesex
9 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Jignesh Patel is a solicitor based in Middlesex with 8 years of experience. He graduated with an LLB (Hons) in Law from the University of Reading and completed his LPC at the University of Law. Jignesh began his legal career as a trainee solicitor at Skylark Hill Solicitors, where he gained extensive experience in contentio...
Family Law Solicitor Bolton
21 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Civil partnerships Domestic Violence and AbuseAt a glance : With 20 years of experience in law, Kevin Wilson is a highly qualified solicitor based at Bradshaw Legal, specializing in Fraud, Employment, Family Law, Divorce, and Litigation. Kevin has built a reputable practice focusing on providing effective legal solutions to clients in various areas of law, including Domestic Violenc...
Family Law Solicitor London
16 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Civil partnershipsAt a glance : With 15 years of experience, Sushil Gaikwad specializes in a wide range of legal areas, including employment, family law, commercial law, and financial services. He offers expert legal services in areas such as dispute resolution, immigration, intellectual property, and civil litigation. Areas of Expertise Employment & ...
Family Law Solicitor London
23 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Dr. Macfarlane represents all sizes of business covering all their corporate and commercial needs. Whether it is contract reviews or an acquisition of or for your business. As a trusted adviser he brings experience, technical, governance and compliance knowledge and the experience from having worked for international corpor...
Family Law Solicitor Middlesex
25 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Richard Boateng is a solicitor based in Middlesex with 24 years of experience across multiple legal disciplines, including criminal law, employment law, family law, immigration, bankruptcy, and consumer rights. His extensive expertise and dynamic approach enable him to provide innovative and effective legal solutions to his...
Family Law Solicitor Southend-on-Sea
14 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnerships Domestic Violence and AbuseAt a glance : Hollie obtained her LLB (Hons) in 2009, before passing the Legal Practice Course with distinction in 2010 at Anglia Ruskin University. Hollie undertook her training contract at an Essex firm and qualified as a solicitor in 2012. Hollie has experience of working in private practice and at a local authority, as an in-house so...
Family Law Solicitor Birmingham
37 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : With 36 years of experience, John Cato is a highly skilled solicitor and Solicitor-Advocate, providing expert legal services in employment law, family law, divorce, litigation, and dispute resolution. His ability to represent clients in court allows for a seamless legal process without the need to instruct additional counse...
Family Law Solicitor Middlesex
16 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Jennifer Owusu-Barnieh is a senior solicitor and co-founder of Danbar Solicitors, based in Middlesex. With over 15 years of experience, she is a highly skilled lawyer specializing in employment law, civil litigation, family law, and immigration matters. As the head of the Immigration Department at Danbar Solicitors, Jennife...
Family Law Solicitor Benfleet
19 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnerships Domestic Violence and AbuseAt a glance : Thushara Collins, a lawyer based in Benfleet, brings 18 years of experience in family law, property matters, and estate planning, providing dedicated legal services to clients. Fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Punjabi, Thushara specializes in various areas, including: Family Law & Divorce Advising clients on divorc...
Family Law Solicitor London
23 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Domestic Violence and AbuseAt a glance : Kumar Subramani is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, fluent in Bengali, English, Greek, Hindi, Malay, Turkish, Urdu, Tamil, and Malayalam. With over 22 years of legal experience, he offers a broad range of services, specializing in family law, divorce, mediation, immigration, intellectual property, litigation,...
Family Law Solicitor Kent
16 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Catherine Dumbleton-Moore is a highly experienced family law solicitor based in Kent, with 15 years of expertise in handling a wide range of family-related legal matters. She joined her firm in 2003 and began her legal studies with the Institute of Legal Executives in late 2004. Catherine qualified as a Fellow of the Charte...
Family Law Solicitor London
23 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Civil partnershipsAt a glance : Luca Salerno is an accomplished solicitor based in London with 22 years of experience specializing in fraud, family law, international law, and litigation. Fluent in English, German, and Italian, he serves a diverse clientele, offering expert legal guidance in complex and cross-border matters. Having worked for major intern...
Family Law Solicitor Warwickshire
30 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnerships Domestic Violence and AbuseAt a glance : Helen Bowns is a solicitor based in Warwickshire with 29 years of experience in family law. She specializes in divorce, child custody, adoption, child support, domestic violence and abuse, property division, and children law, including civil partnerships. With extensive experience advising clients on complex family law matt...
Family Law Solicitor London
14 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Shah Ali is a highly accomplished solicitor based in London, with 13 years of experience in family law, immigration, intellectual property, bankruptcy, conveyancing, and wills, trusts, and estates. As the founding Senior Partner of Waterstone Solicitors, he has built a reputation for delivering strategic and results-driven ...
Family Law Solicitor Bradford
22 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Civil partnershipsAt a glance : Parminder Kumari is a highly experienced solicitor based in Bradford, specialising in family law with 21 years of expertise. She founded Apex Family Law and has been dedicated to helping families resolve legal issues since her qualification in 2004. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, Parminder provides accessible ...
Family Law Solicitor London
17 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Family Law
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Adoption Child Custody Child Support Children law Domestic Violence and AbuseAt a glance : Joy Edu is an experienced solicitor based in London, specializing in family law, including both private and public children law, as well as immigration, wills, trusts, and estate matters. With 16 years of experience, Joy is an Accredited Specialist Family Lawyer and a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Panel, holding sp...
When dealing with family law matters, you might encounter terms like “family lawyer,” “family solicitor,” “chartered legal executive,” and “barrister.” These titles can be confusing, leaving you wondering which type of legal professional you need. So, do you need a family solicitor, a barrister, or a lawyer? Here’s how to decide.
The type of legal professional you need depends on your specific situation. If you require comprehensive support throughout the entire legal process, including advice, document preparation, negotiation, and representation in court, a family solicitor is usually the right choice. They can guide you through matters such as divorce, child custody arrangements, financial settlements, and mediation.
If your case involves going to court or if you need specialized representation during a court hearing, a barrister may be necessary. Barristers are experts in courtroom advocacy and can provide strategic legal arguments. Typically, a solicitor will engage a barrister when your case progresses to a trial.
The term “family lawyer” is more of a general phrase. It can refer to a solicitor, a barrister, or even a chartered legal executive who specializes in family law. If you’re uncertain about the type of legal help you need, it’s advisable to start with a family solicitor. They can assess your situation and involve a barrister if required.
A family solicitor offers end-to-end legal support. They provide legal advice, prepare and review documents, negotiate on your behalf, and represent you in court if necessary. Family solicitors handle a wide range of family law issues, including divorce, child custody, financial settlements, and mediation services. They are ideal for managing every aspect of your legal matter, ensuring that all paperwork is handled correctly and legal procedures are followed.
You may need a barrister if your case is heading to court or involves complex legal arguments that require specialized advocacy. Barristers are highly trained in court representation and are skilled at presenting cases, examining witnesses, and providing detailed legal opinions. However, it is rare to approach a barrister directly. Typically, a family solicitor will refer your case to a barrister if court proceedings become necessary.
A chartered legal executive is also a qualified lawyer, often specializing in specific areas of law, including family law. They perform similar tasks to solicitors, such as giving legal advice, preparing documents, and managing cases. However, unlike solicitors, they cannot use the title “family solicitor.” A chartered legal executive can be a good choice if you need specific legal assistance, such as drafting documents or dealing with straightforward legal matters that do not necessarily require a solicitor’s broader expertise.
If you are unsure where to begin, it is best to consult a family solicitor first. They can evaluate your case, provide initial advice, and guide you through legal processes. If your situation becomes more complex or if your case goes to court, your solicitor can involve a barrister to ensure you receive the best possible representation. This approach offers a balanced mix of support, from initial consultation through to courtroom advocacy if needed.