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Family Law Solicitors

Family law in the UK deals with legal matters affecting families and domestic relationships, including marriage, civil partnerships, cohabitation, and parental rights. It encompasses a broad range of issues, from divorce and child custody to adoption and domestic violence. While divorce is part of family law, it’s often advisable to consult a solicitor who specialises in divorce if that is your primary concern.

Hollie Symon

24-28 Baxter Avenue Southend-on-Sea SS2 6HZ UK Southend-on-Sea SS2 6HZ

Family Law Solicitor Southend-on-Sea

13 years of experience

From 220 £ and 220 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships
Domestic Violence and Abuse

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...

Hollie Symon Family Law Southend-on-Sea

Jennifer Owusu-Barnieh

161A Greenford Road Middlesex HA1 3RA UK Middlesex HA1 3RA

Family Law Solicitor Middlesex

15 years of experience

From 250 £ and 250 £

Does not accept legal aid

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...

Jennifer Owusu-Barnieh Family Law Middlesex

Michela Hughes

Glade House London EC4V 5EF UK London EC4V 5EF

Family Law Solicitor London

26 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law

Michela Hughes is the matrimonial and family partner at SBP Law, based in London, with 26 years of experience in family law. She specialises in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, uncontested divorce, spousal support,...

Michela Hughes Family Law London

Helen Bowns

Bridgeway House Warwickshire CV37 6YX UK Warwickshire CV37 6YX

Family Law Solicitor Warwickshire

29 years of experience

From 265 £ and 265 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships
Domestic Violence and Abuse

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...

Helen Bowns Family Law Warwickshire

Michelle Ellis

Buttermarket Stowmarket IP14 1ED UK Stowmarket IP14 1ED

Family Law Solicitor Stowmarket

23 years of experience

From 240 £ and 240 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Child Custody

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...

Michelle Ellis Family Law Stowmarket

Jacqueline MCCAULAY

Nonsuch House Surrey SM3 9AA UK Surrey SM3 9AA

Family Law Solicitor Surrey

24 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships

Jacqueline McCaulay is a highly experienced family law solicitor based in Surrey, with 24 years of expertise in divorce, matrimonial finance, and children matters. She provides tailored legal solutions to clients facing complex family law issues, ensuring a...

Jacqueline MCCAULAY Family Law Surrey

Chris BARBER

6 Park Place Cardiff CF10 3RS UK Cardiff CF10 3RS

Family Law Solicitor Cardiff

14 years of experience

From 215 £ and 215 £

Accepts legal aid in Family Law

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships
Domestic Violence and Abuse

Chris Barber is an experienced solicitor based in Cardiff with 14 years of legal practice, specializing in family law, civil litigation, and employment law. He has extensive experience handling family matters such as cohabitation, divorce, and child disputes....

Chris BARBER Family Law Cardiff

Raj Nair

55 Garstang Rd Preston PR4 0LW UK Preston PR4 0LW

Family Law Solicitor Preston

26 years of experience

From 150 £ and 201 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law

Raj Nair, a lawyer based in Preston, is a long-established professional with over 26 years of experience in leading areas of law. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Raj offers comprehensive legal services in various fields, including: Family...

Raj Nair Family Law Preston

Heather Meakin

Royal Liver Building Liverpool L3 1HU UK Liverpool L3 1HU

Family Law Solicitor Liverpool

7 years of experience

From 161 £ and 161 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law

Heather Meakin is a solicitor based in Liverpool with seven years of experience in Family Law, Divorce, Wills, Trusts, and Estate matters. She provides expert legal guidance tailored to the needs of individuals and families, ensuring clarity, efficiency,...

Heather Meakin Family Law Liverpool

Calum WHELAN

232 Breck Road Liverpool L5 6PX UK Liverpool L5 6PX

Family Law Solicitor Liverpool

8 years of experience

From 185 £ and 185 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships

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...

Calum WHELAN Family Law Liverpool

Amanda Rimmer

Wigan Investment Centre Wigan WN3 5BA UK Wigan WN3 5BA

Family Law Solicitor Wigan

32 years of experience

From 170 £ and 230 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships

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,...

Amanda Rimmer Family Law Wigan

Zubair RASHEED

2nd Floor, Birmingham, B16 8SP Birmingham B16 8SP UK Birmingham B16 8SP

Family Law Solicitor Birmingham

14 years of experience

From 100 £ and 250 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Domestic Violence and Abuse

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...

Zubair RASHEED Family Law Birmingham

Kumar Subramani

277-281 Oxford Street London W1C 2DL UK London W1C 2DL

Family Law Solicitor London

22 years of experience

From 250 £ and 450 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Domestic Violence and Abuse

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...

Kumar Subramani Family Law London

Sarah-Jane Riddell

63 Coleridge Street East Sussex BN3 5AA UK East Sussex BN3 5AA

Family Law Solicitor East Sussex

32 years of experience

From 235 £ and 235 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships
Family mediation

Sarah-Jane collaborative family lawyer and accredited mediator specialising in family law since 1993 at a range of large regional and smaller local firms; offers mediation (including MIAMs) with regard to all issues relating to both children and finances;...

Sarah-Jane Riddell Family Law East Sussex

Ruth TAYLOR

Footshape House, Kingsthorpe Road Northampton NN2 6EZ UK Northampton NN2 6EZ

Family Law Solicitor Northampton

28 years of experience

From 250 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships

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...

Ruth TAYLOR Family Law Northampton

What issues do family law solicitors handle?

  • Child custody and arrangements: Determining where children live and how much time they spend with each parent.
  • Adoption and fostering: Navigating the legal requirements for bringing a new child into your family.
  • Child maintenance: Ensuring financial support is provided for children after a separation.
  • Domestic violence and abuse: Securing protective orders (e.g., non-molestation or occupation orders) and safeguarding vulnerable family members.
  • Family mediation: Facilitating discussions between partners or spouses to resolve disagreements without going to court.
  • Cohabitation and civil partnerships: Drafting agreements and resolving disputes for unmarried or civilly partnered couples.
  • Children matter in general

How can a family solicitor help, and what does it cost?

A family solicitor can:

  • Offer legal advice: Explaining your rights and responsibilities under family law, whether it’s child-related issues, financial settlements, or protection orders.
  • Mediate disputes: Working with both parties to find amicable solutions, reducing stress and legal fees.
  • Represent you in court: If an agreement can’t be reached, a solicitor will prepare your case and advocate on your behalf.

Fees vary depending on complexity and solicitor experience. Many charge £150–£300 per hour, although fixed-fee packages may be available for uncontested matters, such as straightforward child arrangement orders. For more complex situations—like contested custody or intricate financial disputes—costs can rise. An initial consultation is often discounted or free, allowing you to discuss your situation, estimate fees, and explore the best course of action.

Kiran Kaur

Parallel House Guildford GU1 2AB UK Guildford GU1 2AB

Family Law Solicitor Guildford

15 years of experience

From 150 £ and 200 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships

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 Kaur Family Law Guildford

Dr. Donald Macfarlane

Glade House London EC4V 5EF UK London EC4V 5EF

Family Law Solicitor London

22 years of experience

From 400 £ and 500 £

Does not accept legal aid

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...

Dr. Donald Macfarlane Family Law London

Joanne Gilholm

12 High Street Hampshire PO16 7BL UK Hampshire PO16 7BL

Family Law Solicitor Hampshire

26 years of experience

From 210 £ and 220 £

Accepts legal aid in Family Law

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Domestic Violence and Abuse

Joanne Gilholm is a highly experienced family lawyer based in Hampshire, with 26 years of expertise in handling complex and sensitive family law matters. Since qualifying in 1999 as a Chartered Legal Executive, she has dedicated her career...

Joanne Gilholm Family Law Hampshire

James Byrne

Stockport Business & Innovation Centre Stockport SK5 7DL UK Stockport SK5 7DL

Family Law Solicitor Stockport

34 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

James Byrne is an experienced solicitor based in Stockport, with a career spanning over four decades. He graduated from Manchester University Law School in 1986 and qualified as a solicitor in 1990. Throughout his extensive career, James has...

James Byrne Family Law Stockport

Andrew Akhuetie

84a Darlington Street Wolverhampton WV1 4EX UK Wolverhampton WV1 4EX

Family Law Solicitor Wolverhampton

17 years of experience

From 100 £ and 201 £

Does not accept legal aid

With 17 years of experience, Andrew Akhuetie specializes in employment law, family law, immigration, and litigation. He is dedicated to ensuring that clients' rights are upheld, especially in employment-related matters. Areas of Expertise Employment Law – Specializing in...

Andrew Akhuetie Family Law Wolverhampton

Catherine Watkins

Avondale Estate Cwmbran NP44 1UG UK Cwmbran NP44 1UG

Family Law Solicitor Cwmbran

29 years of experience

From 140 £ and 200 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships

Catherine Watkins is an experienced family and property lawyer based in Cwmbran & Barry and cover South wales & Bristol, with 29 years of legal expertise. Fluent in both English and Welsh, Catherine is a key member of...

Catherine Watkins Family Law Cwmbran

Paul Britton

61 Church Road Hove BN3 2BP UK Hove BN3 2BP

Family Law Solicitor Hove

From 200 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

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...

Paul Britton Family Law Hove

Kevin Wilson

121 Tudor Ave Bolton BL1 4NB UK Bolton BL1 4NB

Family Law Solicitor Bolton

20 years of experience

From 120 £ and 350 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Civil partnerships
Domestic Violence and Abuse

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...

Kevin Wilson Family Law Bolton

Ekra Afzal

Trinity House Halifax HX1 2QR UK Halifax HX1 2QR

Family Law Solicitor Halifax

9 years of experience

From 100 £ and 150 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Domestic Violence and Abuse

Ekra Afzal is a dedicated solicitor based in West Yorkshire, with nine years of experience in immigration, personal injury, and criminal injury compensation claims including sensitive and complex cases involving domestic and sexual abuse.She has a strong track record of securing justice for vulnerable clients, many of whom...

Ekra Afzal Family Law Halifax

Reina D'Costa

Avenue House Harrow HA5 1BN UK Harrow HA5 1BN

Family Law Solicitor Harrow

From 150 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

Reina D’costa, the founder of Bizlaw UK, is a savvy, practical and proactive UK Solicitor (dual qualified in the UK and India). She has many years of legal experience and great testimonials. She has a proven track record...

Reina D'Costa Family Law Harrow

Parminder KUMARI

9-11, Peckover Street Bradford BD1 5BD UK Bradford BD1 5BD

Family Law Solicitor Bradford

21 years of experience

From 100 £ and 250 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Children law
Civil partnerships

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...

Parminder KUMARI Family Law Bradford

Deborah Reynolds

31 Gelli Road Pentre CF41 7LY UK Pentre CF41 7LY

Family Law Solicitor Pentre

41 years of experience

From 75 £ and 325 £

Does not accept legal aid

Deborah Reynolds is a highly experienced solicitor based in Pentre, with 41 years of legal expertise. Specialising in family law, litigation, and wills, trusts, and estates, she has built a long-standing reputation for providing professional and client-focused legal...

Deborah Reynolds Family Law Pentre

Prashant Chaudhary

86a The High Street Southall UB1 3DB UK Southall UB1 3DB

Family Law Solicitor Southall

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Children law

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...

Prashant Chaudhary Family Law Southall

Jo Walia

71 Leigham Court Road London SW16 2NJ UK London SW16 2NJ

Family Law Solicitor London

23 years of experience

From 206 £ and 260 £

Does not accept legal aid

Legal specialisms :

Family mediation

With 23 years of experience, Jo Walia provides expert legal advice in family law, litigation, and civil disputes. Specializing in resolving complex cases through mediation, Jo is committed to offering clear guidance and pursuing settlement where appropriate. Areas...

Jo Walia Family Law London

Emeka Ezekwe

277 Ilford Lane Ilford IG1 2SD UK Ilford IG1 2SD

Family Law Solicitor Ilford

25 years of experience

From 250 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

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...

Emeka Ezekwe Family Law Ilford

What is a Family Lawyer? Is it Different from a Family Solicitor?

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.

Do I Need a Family Solicitor, a Barrister, or a Lawyer?

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.

What Does a Family Solicitor Do?

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.

When Should I Use a Barrister Instead of a Solicitor?

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.

What is a Chartered Legal Executive and Do I Need One?

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.

How Do I Decide Which Legal Professional to Hire?

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.

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