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Solicitors Property division

  • 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.

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.

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.

Property division Solicitors

Ian Winrow

Caernarfon LL55 4DA

Ian Winrow solicitor Property division Caernarfon

Property division Solicitor Caernarfon

12 years of experience

From 110 £ and 175 £

Does not accept legal aid Property division

First consultation at £50, free if a case is opened

At a glance : Ian Winrow is an experienced solicitor with 11 years of legal practice, specializing in employment law, family law, immigration, litigation, and financial services. With a strong academic background, including a first-class law degree from Bangor University, Ian combines legal expertise with a practical, client-focused appr...

Kevin Wilson

Bolton BL1 4NB

Kevin Wilson solicitor Property division Bolton

Property division 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...

Anne Shears

Plymouth PL4 9BD

Anne Shears solicitor Property division 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...

Angela Lally

Leeds LS25 5BQ

Angela Lally solicitor Property division 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...

Michela Hughes

London EC4V 5EF

Michela Hughes solicitor Property division London

Property division Solicitor London

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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, child custody, adoption, child support, sexual offences, property division, and children...

David WINNETT

Nottingham NG1 5BS

David WINNETT solicitor Property division 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...

Thushara Collins

Benfleet SS7 5LD

Thushara Collins solicitor Property division 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...

Ademola AKILO

Luton LU1 2QH

Ademola AKILO solicitor Property division 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...

Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors solicitor Property division London

Property division Solicitor London

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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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Chris BARBER

Cardiff CF10 3RS

Chris BARBER solicitor Property division 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...

Luca Salerno

London EC4M 8BU

Luca Salerno solicitor Property division London

Property division Solicitor London

23 years of experience

From 250 £ and 400 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Reina D'Costa

Harrow HA5 1BN

Reina D'Costa solicitor Property division 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...

Christopher Evans

Macclesfield SK11 6PL

Christopher Evans solicitor Property division 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...

Joanne Gilholm

Hampshire PO16 7BL

Joanne Gilholm solicitor Property division Hampshire

Property division Solicitor Hampshire

27 years of experience

From 210 £ and 220 £

Accepts legal aid in Property division

At a glance : 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 to advising individuals through the challenges of marital and relationship breakdowns...

Raj Nair

Preston PR4 0LW

Raj Nair solicitor Property division Preston

Property division Solicitor Preston

27 years of experience

From 150 £ and 201 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 Law: Providing legal support in family-related matters, including divorce, chil...

Calum WHELAN

Liverpool L5 6PX

Calum WHELAN solicitor Property division 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...

Vince Adon

London EC4A 2AB

Vince Adon solicitor Property division 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...

Ruth TAYLOR

Northampton NN2 6EZ

Ruth TAYLOR solicitor Property division 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...

Helen Bowns

Warwickshire CV37 6YX

Helen Bowns solicitor Property division 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...

Sarah-Jane Riddell

East Sussex BN3 5AA

Sarah-Jane Riddell solicitor Property division 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 ...

Bradie Pell

Sheffield S1 2DD

Bradie Pell solicitor Property division 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...

Hannah Magee

Cardiff CF10 3BZ

Hannah Magee solicitor Property division 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...

Michelle Camacho

London EC3V 3ND

Michelle Camacho solicitor Property division London

Property division Solicitor London

29 years of experience

From 350 £ and 350 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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...

Hollie Symon

Southend-on-Sea SS2 6HZ

Hollie Symon solicitor Property division 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...

Salmaan Islam

Essex RM1 1DA

Salmaan Islam solicitor Property division 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...

Emeka Ezekwe

Ilford IG1 2SD

Emeka Ezekwe solicitor Property division 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 ...

John Cato

Birmingham B12 0NS

John Cato solicitor Property division 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...

Joy Edu

London SE13 6EE

Joy Edu solicitor Property division 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...

Graham Twist

Liverpool L3 1HU

Graham Twist solicitor Property division 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...

Jacqueline MCCAULAY

Surrey SM3 9AA

Jacqueline MCCAULAY solicitor Property division Surrey

Property division Solicitor Surrey

25 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 strategic and compassionate approach. Jacqueline has dedicated the ...

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London W1C 2DL

Kumar Subramani solicitor Property division London

Divorce 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,...

Rakhi Singal

London WC2B 9RZ

Rakhi Singal solicitor Property division London

Divorce 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...

Gemma Stevens

Plymouth PL4 9BD

Gemma Stevens solicitor Property division Plymouth

Divorce Solicitor Plymouth

19 years of experience

From 200 £ and 200 £

Accepts legal aid in Property division

At 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...

Parminder KUMARI

Bradford BD1 5BD

Parminder KUMARI solicitor Property division Bradford

Divorce Solicitor Bradford

22 years of experience

From 100 £ and 250 £

Does not accept legal aid

At 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 ...

Heather Meakin

Liverpool L3 1HU

Heather Meakin solicitor Property division Liverpool

Divorce Solicitor Liverpool

8 years of experience

From 161 £ and 161 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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, and a client-focused approach. Heather does not accept legal aid. In D...

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