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Solicitors Property division

In the context of divorce or civil partnership dissolution, property division refers to the process of splitting marital assets—often including the family home—between both partners. The UK courts aim to ensure a fair division, taking into account factors such as each spouse’s financial needs, contributions, earning potential, and the welfare of any children involved. A solicitor can help clarify your entitlements, negotiate a settlement, and represent you in court if necessary.

John Cato

Bradford Court Birmingham B12 0NS UK Birmingham B12 0NS

John Cato  Birmingham

Property division Solicitor Birmingham

37 years of experience

From 307 £ and 307 £

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...

Christopher Evans

28 Great King Street Macclesfield SK11 6PL UK Macclesfield SK11 6PL

Christopher Evans  Macclesfield

Property division Solicitor Macclesfield

34 years of experience

From 220 £ and 220 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Christopher Evans is an experienced solicitor based in Macclesfield with 33 years of legal practice. Specializing in family law, divorce, consumer rights, and consumer credit, Christopher is dedicated to helping clients navigate legal disputes with clear and understandable advice. He recognizes that legal issues can be over...

Emeka Ezekwe

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

Emeka Ezekwe  Ilford

Property division Solicitor Ilford

26 years of experience

From 250 £ and 300 £

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 ...

Graham Twist

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

Graham Twist  Liverpool

Property division Solicitor Liverpool

11 years of experience

From 118 £ and 118 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Graham Twist is an experienced solicitor specializing in Family Law, Divorce, and Healthcare-related legal matters. As a Director at Michael Rose & Baylis Solicitors, he is dedicated to providing expert legal representation to clients facing complex family disputes and medical negligence claims. Since joining the firm i...

Hollie Symon

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

Hollie Symon  Southend-on-Sea

Property division Solicitor Southend-on-Sea

14 years of experience

From 220 £ and 220 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Zharna Sutaria

10-12 Love Lane Middlesex HA5 3EF UK Middlesex HA5 3EF

Zharna Sutaria  Middlesex

Property division Solicitor Middlesex

28 years of experience

From 260 £ and 275 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : I was admitted as a solicitor in 1998 and have been practising family law exclusively for the last 20 years. I am a Law Society accredited Family Law specialist and a member of Resolution, an organisation which adopts the principle of a non-confrontational and constructive approach to all family issues. I have extensive exp...

Bradie Pell

Courtwood House Sheffield S1 2DD UK Sheffield S1 2DD

Bradie Pell  Sheffield

Property division Solicitor Sheffield

15 years of experience

From 225 £ and 225 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Helen Boynton

Suite 102 Wigan WN6 0HQ UK Wigan WN6 0HQ

Helen Boynton  Wigan

Property division Solicitor Wigan

29 years of experience

From 260 £ and 260 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : I joined Pilgrim Hope Solicitors as a Consultant Family Lawyer in 2019. I qualified as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in 1997 and I have specialised in the area of matrimonial and family law ever since. I am also a member of Resolution, an organisation committed to resolving areas of dispute in a co...

Kumar Subramani

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

Kumar Subramani  London

Property division Solicitor London

23 years of experience

From 250 £ and 450 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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,...

Ademola AKILO

54 Wellington Street Luton LU1 2QH UK Luton LU1 2QH

Ademola AKILO  Luton

Property division Solicitor Luton

28 years of experience

From 150 £ and 300 £

Accepts legal aid in Property division

At a glance : Ademola AKILO, a lawyer based in Luton, brings over 27 years of experience in a wide range of legal fields, including criminal law, fraud, motoring, family law, divorce, civil partnerships, immigration litigation, court claims, and healthcare law. Ademola is a versatile and dedicated solicitor, eager to take on new challeng...

Hannah Magee

26 Windsor Place Cardiff CF10 3BZ UK Cardiff CF10 3BZ

Hannah Magee  Cardiff

Property division Solicitor Cardiff

20 years of experience

From 265 £ and 265 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Ranked in Chambers and Partners as the 'Associate to watch', Hannah Magee is a family law specialist and deals with all areas of family law including divorce, cohabitation disputes, children and ancillary financial matters. Hannah is a member of Resolution and an Accredited Member of the Law Society Family Law Panel. Hannah...

Anne Shears

Beaumont House Plymouth PL4 9BD UK Plymouth PL4 9BD

Anne Shears  Plymouth

Property division Solicitor Plymouth

19 years of experience

From 200 £ and 200 £

Accepts legal aid in Property division

At a glance : Anne Shears is a solicitor based in Plymouth with 18 years of experience specializing in family law and divorce. She provides expert legal services tailored to resolving financial matters and family disputes. In Family Law and Divorce, Anne advises on a range of matters, including uncontested divorce, child custody, adoptio...

Helen Bowns

Bridgeway House Warwickshire CV37 6YX UK Warwickshire CV37 6YX

Helen Bowns  Warwickshire

Property division Solicitor Warwickshire

30 years of experience

From 265 £ and 265 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Chris BARBER

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

Chris BARBER  Cardiff

Property division Solicitor Cardiff

15 years of experience

From 215 £ and 215 £

Accepts legal aid in Property division

At a glance : 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 also represents large financial companies in civil litigati...

Reina D'Costa

Avenue House Harrow HA5 1BN UK Harrow HA5 1BN

Reina D'Costa  Harrow

Property division Solicitor Harrow

From 150 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 with multinationals, and start-ups and achievements across new territories and services. Reina has advis...

How does property division work in a divorce?

  • Identifying marital assets: Determining what property (including houses or investments) forms part of the “matrimonial pot” to be divided.
  • Valuing the family home: Obtaining a professional valuation to ensure any buyout or sale reflects a fair market price.
  • Negotiations and financial settlements: Attempting to reach agreement through solicitors or mediation on how to split or transfer ownership.
  • Consent orders: If an agreement is reached, a solicitor can draft a consent order, which, once approved by the court, makes the arrangement legally binding.
  • Court proceedings (if necessary): If the couple can’t agree, the court decides how to divide assets under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 or equivalent legislation.

How can a solicitor help with property division during divorce, and what does it cost?

A family law solicitor can:

  • Provide legal guidance: Explaining your rights and obligations, including the court’s approach to “fair” distribution.
  • Negotiate settlements: Striving for an amicable resolution without court, if possible.
  • Draft consent orders: Turning any agreed division into a formal document for court approval, ensuring long-term certainty.
  • Represent you in court: If settlement fails, presenting evidence and arguments to secure the best possible outcome.

Costs vary based on the complexity of your finances, whether you can settle out of court, and your solicitor’s experience. Hourly rates might range from £150–£400, but fixed-fee arrangements can be an option for uncontested divisions. An initial consultation—often free or at a reduced rate—lets you explore your options, estimate fees, and decide the best path for a fair split of marital property.

David WINNETT

27 Regent Street Nottingham NG1 5BS UK Nottingham NG1 5BS

David WINNETT  Nottingham

Property division Solicitor Nottingham

30 years of experience

From 250 £ and 250 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : David Winnett is a highly experienced family law solicitor and a partner in the Family Law Team at Hopkins Solicitors in Nottingham, with 29 years of experience in the field. He qualified in 1996 and joined the firm in 2002. David is a leading expert in Collaborative Family Law, a progressive and non-confrontational approac...

Rakhi Singal

90 Long Acre London WC2B 9RZ UK London WC2B 9RZ

Rakhi Singal  London

Property division Solicitor London

14 years of experience

From 150 £ and 500 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Catherine Watkins

Avondale Estate Cwmbran NP44 1UG UK Cwmbran NP44 1UG

Catherine Watkins  Cwmbran

Property division Solicitor Cwmbran

30 years of experience

From 140 £ and 200 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 Newbold Solicitors, where she specializes in family law, divorce, civil partnerships, and litigatio...

Ruth TAYLOR

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

Ruth TAYLOR  Northampton

Property division Solicitor Northampton

29 years of experience

From 250 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Joy Edu

132 Lewisham High Street London SE13 6EE UK London SE13 6EE

Joy  Edu  London

Property division Solicitor London

17 years of experience

From 150 £ and 267 £

Accepts legal aid in Property division

At 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...

Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

Property division Solicitor London

5 Solicitors

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful law firm based in West London, representing clients across the UK and internationally. With expertise in a wide range of legal areas, including criminal law, fraud, employment, family law, divorce, immigration, wills, trusts, estate planning, and litigation, the fir...

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Calum WHELAN

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

Calum WHELAN  Liverpool

Property division Solicitor Liverpool

9 years of experience

From 185 £ and 185 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Angela Lally

5 Orchard Close Leeds LS25 5BQ UK Leeds LS25 5BQ

Angela Lally  Leeds

Property division Solicitor Leeds

24 years of experience

From 200 £ and 200 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Angela Lally is a solicitor based in Leeds with 23 years of experience specializing in family law and divorce. She provides expert legal services tailored to matrimonial finances and family matters. In Family Law and Divorce, Angela advises on a range of matters, including uncontested divorce, child custody, adoption, child...

Salmaan Islam

74 North Street Essex RM1 1DA UK Essex RM1 1DA

Salmaan Islam  Essex

Property division Solicitor Essex

19 years of experience

From 118 £ and 217 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Salmaan Islam is a highly experienced lawyer based in Essex, with 18 years of expertise in employment law, family law, divorce, litigation, bankruptcy, and consumer rights. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, he provides legal services tailored to a diverse client base. He does not accept legal aid cases but offers...

Vince Adon

107-111 Fleet Street London EC4A 2AB UK London EC4A 2AB

Vince Adon  London

Property division Solicitor London

8 years of experience

From 145 £ and 200 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Vince Adon is a London-based lawyer with seven years of experience, specializing in a diverse range of legal areas, including education, employment, family law, divorce, mediation, immigration, litigation, bankruptcy, conveyancing, and consumer rights. With a strong academic background, he holds a first-class honours degree...

Emma Roberts

Units 11 & 12 Brewery Yard Manchester M3 7BB UK Manchester M3 7BB

Emma Roberts  Manchester

Property division Solicitor Manchester

14 years of experience

From 170 £ and 230 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Emma joined Stephensons in 2019 as a solicitor in the family law department based in the Manchester office. She was made an associate later in the same year. Emma studied for her undergraduate degree at the University of Keele and obtained her postgraduate degree in legal practice at the University of Staffordshire. Emma qu...

David Smith

56 Springfield Road Birmingham B14 7DY UK Birmingham B14 7DY

David Smith  Birmingham

Property division Solicitor Birmingham

12 years of experience

From 225 £ and 225 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : I joined Glover Priest in May 2019 having previously spent several years working as a family solicitor for Legal 500-ranked regional firms. I have a wealth of experience as a solicitor and deal with the full range of private family matters including separation and divorce, property and financial matters, children matters re...

Jo Walia

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

Jo Walia  London

Property division Solicitor London

24 years of experience

From 206 £ and 260 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 of Expertise Family Law – Specializing in divorce, child cus...

Thushara Collins

202 High Road Benfleet SS7 5LD UK Benfleet SS7 5LD

Thushara Collins  Benfleet

Property division Solicitor Benfleet

19 years of experience

From 100 £ and 250 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Sarah-Jane Riddell

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

Sarah-Jane Riddell  East Sussex

Property division Solicitor East Sussex

33 years of experience

From 235 £ and 235 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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; committed to finding non-adversarial and cost-effective solutions to ...

5 Solicitors in Divorce (Area of expertise might be Property division)

We recommend contacting one of the solicitors listed below, as their area of practice is relevant to your enquiry.

Michelle Ellis

Buttermarket Stowmarket IP14 1ED UK Stowmarket IP14 1ED

Michelle Ellis  Stowmarket

Divorce Solicitor Stowmarket

24 years of experience

From 240 £ and 240 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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

Osman Zulfiqar

161 Toller Lane Bradford BD8 9HL UK Bradford BD8 9HL

Osman Zulfiqar  Bradford

Divorce Solicitor Bradford

23 years of experience

From 200 £ and 260 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Osman Zulfiqar is a highly experienced solicitor with over 22 years of expertise in litigation, dispute resolution, and family law. As the founder of Prolegis Solicitors, he is committed to providing strategic, results-driven legal representation with a client-focused approach. Under his leadership, Prolegis Solicitors oper...

Kevin Wilson

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

Kevin Wilson  Bolton

Divorce Solicitor Bolton

21 years of experience

From 120 £ and 350 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Sushil Gaikwad

Suite 208B London SE18 6FH UK London SE18 6FH

Sushil Gaikwad  London

Divorce Solicitor London

16 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At 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 & ...

Hallmark Solicitors Limited

Colmore Plaza Birmingham B4 6AT UK Birmingham B4 6AT

Hallmark Solicitors Limited  Birmingham

Divorce Solicitor Birmingham

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Hallmark Solicitors Limited is a law firm based in Birmingham, UK, providing expert legal services in family law, financial disputes, and private client matters. The firm assists clients with a wide range of family-related issues, including divorce, nullity, disputes between cohabiting partners, and matters involving childr...

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