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The 29 Best Divorce Lawyers in Dorset & Family Law Solicitors in Dorset

29 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Joanne Major

Major Family Law     Dorset Region
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.9 score
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449 reviews
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An exceptionally well regarded figure in the field of Family Law, Joanne offers clear-sighted, shrewd, and carefully considered advice on all aspects of divorce and family law. She is consistently hailed by clients for her exceptional care, wisdom, and staunch dedication to serving their best interests. Founder and Managing...
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Very impressed with the level of service We have already recommended Major Family Law to an acquaintance Her approach was very professional whilst at the same time being understanding
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Kaleel Anwar

Slater Heelis     Dorset Region
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.7 score
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Sympathetic, clear and approachable, Kaleel Anwar works hard to assist his clients through what can be a challenging time and utilises his legal experience to achieve their goals. Praised by The Legal 500, he offers expert advice on a range of matters, including divorce, financial disputes between couples and...
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Clear, concise and efficient service, and pleasant to deal with too An extremely friendly and professional service from true experts Very helpful, very professional staff
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Liza Gatrell

Stowe Family Law     Dorset Region
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.4 score
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2174 reviews
Recognised for her practical and empathetic approach to her cases, Liza Gatrell is a technically skilled, highly competent family solicitor and divorce lawyer. Specialising in Family Law since 2008, she is experienced in a wide range of matters, including divorce, disputes relating to children, pre-nuptial agreements and issues that...
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Efficient, supportive and fantastic communicators It was nice to deal with someone who actually cares Excellent service, very clear and concise

Sara Gilak

Laceys Solicitors     Bournemouth
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.1 score
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137 reviews
Sara Gilak is a Senior Associate Solicitor experienced in representing clients through the end of a relationship, whether involving a marriage, civil partnership, or common law partnership. Known for her empathetic, progressive, and tenacious approach, she advises on all aspects of Family Law, including divorce, dissolution, financial disputes, and...
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Would not hesitate to use them again Would highly recommend and definitely use again Simply excellent in all respects

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Pauline Ellis

Kitson & Trotman     Beaminster
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.2 score
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17 reviews
With a specialism in all aspects of Family Law, with a particular interest in mediation, Pauline Ellis is an experienced solicitor who supports clients across a wide range of matters arising from relationship breakdown. She advises on divorce, separation, civil partnership dissolution, financial settlements, cohabitation and nuptial agreements, as...
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Tim Flower

Preston Redman     Bournemouth
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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3.9 score
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27 reviews
Joining the firm as a trainee solicitor and now Partner and Head of the Family and Litigation Departments, Tim has a wealth of knowledge and expertise under his belt and is able to advise on complex issues with clarity and sensitivity. An expert in negotiation and with a commercially...
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Very welcoming and efficient Have your best interests on their mind Very welcoming and friendly
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Andrew Stynes

Frettens     Christchurch
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.4 score
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158 reviews
Partner and Head of Family, Andrew Stynes, has 30 years of experience as a Family Law solicitor and is a trained Collaborative Lawyer. Providing honest and practical advice in numerous aspects of matrimonial law, he takes instructions in divorce, separation and the associated financial issues, as well as children...
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Absolutely brilliant service, fabulous at staying in touch & keeping me informed Friendly and efficient, very happy with their professional approach They were reliable, thorough and robust in process from start to finish

David Williams

Jordan Williams Law     Wimborne
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.6 score
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8 reviews
With 43 years of experience working in legal firms and 37 years as a solicitor, David Williams has the expertise and knowledge to support clients experiencing a relationship breakdown. Specialising in numerous Family Law matters, he offers advice and representation in divorce, separation, children issues and financial claims. As...
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Highly recommended Excellent solicitors firm Exceptional lawyer

Matthew Moore

Gales Solicitors     Bournemouth
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.0 score
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84 reviews
Having qualified as a barrister 25 years ago, Matthew Moore is a seasoned Family Law specialist known for his methodical and pragmatic approach. He assists clients through all aspects of relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation, financial disputes, cohabitation issues, child-related cases, nuptial agreements, and domestic violence injunctions. Matthew combines...
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The most calming, collective and problemsolving firm Nothing is too much trouble, well recommend Could not recommend him enough

Georgina Bacon

Battens Solicitors     Dorchester
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.6 score
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30 reviews
Georgina Bacon is well-known for her empathetic and professional approach to Family Law and children cases. As a Senior Associate Solicitor, with 17 years of experience, she provides services at a Legal 500 ‘Leading Firm’ in numerous complex cases, including non-accidental injury to a child, neglect, emotional abuse (including...
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Made the whole divorce process smooth and relatively stress free They are professional, compassionate and helpful Impressed by the very swift response to my request for service

Julie Keogh

Blanchards Bailey     Shaftesbury
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.0 score
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8 reviews
Recognised by The Legal 500 for her expertise and experience, Julie Keogh is an accomplished family lawyer with nearly two decades of practice. She advises on a broad range of matters, including divorce, financial issues, and property disputes, but is particularly known for her work in complex children cases,...
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Lauren Cooney

Letchers Solicitors     Bournemouth
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.7 score
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206 reviews
Qualifying as a lawyer in 2013, Lauren Cooney has 12 years of legal work experience. Focusing on the financial consequences of a relationship breakdown, she often takes instructions on cases involving property portfolios, business interests, pensions, trusts or potential third-party interest. She also advises on wealth protection matters such...
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I will be forever grateful Helpful and friendly whilst being professional and efficient Letchers are a class act

Julie-Ann Burger

Kiteleys Solicitors     Poole
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.9 score
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15 reviews
Providing advice and representation across a wide range of Family Law matters, Julie-Ann Burger offers clients a professional, empathetic, and sincere service during the challenges of relationship breakdown. With more than 30 years of experience, she advises on divorce, separation, financial remedy claims, child arrangements, and pre- and post-nuptial...
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Margaret Baker

Humphries Kirk     Poole
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.5 score
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17 reviews
Known for her compassionate and caring professional demeanour, Margaret Baker is a Partner and Head of the Litigation and Family Law Department at a well-respected legal firm. She advises on a broad range of complex matters, including divorce, financial disputes, cohabitee property issues, separation, civil partnership dissolution, children matters,...
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Very approachable and friendly Excellent service Would use again

Simon Walker

Mogers Drewett     Sherborne
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.6 score
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22 reviews
A Senior Associate Solicitor with 22 years of experience, Simon Walker is a highly skilled family lawyer with a strong focus on collaborative law and constructive dispute resolution. He advises on all aspects of family breakdown, including divorce, civil partnership, cohabitation matters, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements, with particular...
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Karen Layland

Woodstock Legal     Poole
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.8 score
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385 reviews
Consultant Solicitor Karen Layland is an expert and experienced divorce lawyer, supporting clients with a professional service aimed at minimising the disruption and cost of a relationship breakdown. She takes instructions in all aspects of matrimonial law for both married and unmarried couples, including divorce, separation, property, finances, children...
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Absolutely fantastic service, very efficient and effective communication Very professional , efficient and good communication throughout I am really satisfied with all the service from the Woodstock Legal services

Kimberley Davies

Trethowans     Poole
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.6 score
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76 reviews
Partner Kimberley Davies has 16 years of family law experience, is a trained mediator and qualified to advise in One Couple One Lawyer Divorce cases. Helping clients in all matrimonial matters, she works on various cases, including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, children law matters (including complex contact disputes and...
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Quickly understood my problem, helpful information presented in laymen’s terms Very prompt response to a query, very helpful Great communication

Deborah Leask

Ellis Jones Solicitors     Bournemouth
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.7 score
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478 reviews
A Notable Practitioner for Family in Chambers & Partner UK Guide 2026, Deborah Leask is a highly respected solicitor. Undertaking all aspects of matrimonial disputes, she can represent clients in a variety of cases, including divorce, separation, complex financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown, pensions, division of family...
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Dealt with everything promptly and professionally Superb firm, wonderful staff at all levels Couldn't speak more favourably of Deborah

Naomi Loose

Loose Legal     Ringwood
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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5.0 score
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8 reviews
Founder of a highly rated firm specialising in family law, Naomi Loose has 13 years of legal experience and 10 years qualified as a Family Mediator and Collaborative Lawyer. She represents clients in all family matters, including divorce, financial and children cases, as well as emergency applications for non-molestation...
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I couldn't recommend Loose Legal enough Always answers questions and deals with matters promptly Taking each step of the legal process patiently and professionally

Deborah Schmieder

Pharaoh Law     Dorchester
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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5.0 score
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53 reviews
With a distinguished reputation for supporting clients through the legal matters following the end of a relationship, Deborah Schmieder brings more than 20 years of experience and is valued for her patience, practical approach and compassion. She advises on both contentious and non-contentious issues, including divorce, separation, financial settlements,...
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Excellent support and advice from Pharoah Law Very professional, easy to talk to and friendly - I can highly recommend them Amazing, brilliant customer service, came to our aid very promptly

Daniel Sanders

Steele Raymond     Bournemouth
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.8 score
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159 reviews
Resolution member Daniel Sanders is a Partner and Head of the Family Team at a highly regarded legal firm, offering over two decades of experience in Family Law. His knowledge and expertise are recognised in The Legal 500 as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’. Daniel provides practical, client-focused advice across all...
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I felt supported and understood throughout my divorce process Absolutely fantastic service, thank you for making everything run so smoothly Communication was excellent, approachable and professional at all times

Sarah Butler

Farnfields     Gillingham
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.9 score
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599 reviews
With 30 years of experience, Sarah Butler brings a wealth of Family Law expertise to her role as Partner and Head of the Family Department at this respected law firm. She advises on all aspects of relationship breakdown, with particular strength in divorce and complex, high-value financial cases. Sarah...
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Clare Cherry

Druitts Solicitors     Bournemouth
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.7 score
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27 reviews
With 35 years of extensive experience in Family Law, Clare Cherry is a highly regarded divorce lawyer and family solicitor who has practised exclusively in this area. She advises on all aspects of matrimonial law and divorce, with particular expertise in complex financial disputes involving high-net-worth assets, pensions, and...
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Amazing service, could not recommend them more Always professional and friendly, this firm really knows what they are doing

Fiona Pawsey

Newnham & Jordan     Ferndown
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.7 score
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87 reviews
Director Fiona Pawsey is an expert Family Law solicitor with lots of experience supporting clients following a relationship breakdown. Having worked within the niche for 12 years, initially as a Legal Executive before becoming a solicitor, she has helped clients with divorce, separation, financial settlements and children law disputes....
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Explained clearly each step of the process Very happy with the service provided Caring, professional company

Colin Mitchell

Harold G Walker     Broadstone
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Dorset area.

    

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4.9 score
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85 reviews
Aiming to provide an approachable yet steadfast service to his clients, Colin is a proactive and highly regarded family lawyer and divorce solicitor who supports families in the Dorset area. Partner and Head of the Family Department, he has been dealing with family disputes for over 25 years, and...
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I do not believe I could have received a better service than I received Provided outstanding communication, availability, information & clarity Communication was impeccable and I never felt under pressure to do anything
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