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The 8 Best Divorce Lawyers & Family Solicitors in Derby
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Nelsons
I'd like to thank Nelsons and especially Melanie Bridgen for making a horrible divorce so much easier and finding the most amicable agreement for myself and my children. This was after having horrible experiences with other law firms in the area. I'd recommend Melanie Bridgen and her team at Nelsons to anybody who seeks legal support regarding children and finances. The whole team were very compassionate and understanding of my situation.
Ania TrubalaskaWriting using my fathers email-after a surprising application to the family court I was recommended to contact Melanie Bridgen. A decision that facilitated a moral and fair outcome for my sons future. My child's welfare remained central whilst taking in to account the facts , past and present .I was encouraged from the outset to work towards a quick and amicable agreement to help prevent enormous costs. As the respondent this was achieved ...thank you Melanie and Nelsons for your morality and ethical practice of family law.
Martin CritchleyIf there were six stars in this category I would select the lot. From start to finish the empathetic advice and guidance from Melanie Bridgen on a delicate family matter has been outstanding and of the highest order. During a case that required patience and a distinct personal touch, Melanie has delivered consistently with an experienced outlook and educated consultancy. It goes without saying that Melanie and Nelsons, both high on ethics and the personal touch, are the go-to people for family law. Mark Gardner, Director
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Melanie Bridgen
Nelsons | Central Derby |
4.1 score
117 Reviews
A key part of this team with a ‘strong family law offering’ (Legal 500), Melanie is a divorce solicitor who specialises in all areas of children law. A ‘highly regarded childcare practitioner’ (Legal 500), she is an expert in adoption, care proceedings, contact and residence disputes, and cases…
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Cartwright King
Very efficient professional service.
Melanie KoskyProfessional service as you should expect with added personable and skilled legal team.
david forrest
Chet Desai
Cartwright King | Central Derby |
4.3 score
20 Reviews
With three major accreditations, Chet is one of the most respected divorce lawyers in Derby. He is accredited by the Law Society Children Panel, the Law Society Family Law Panel and the Resolution Panel of Experts. Chet has almost 20 years’ experience in divorce and family law and…
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Smith Partnership
Ruth Jones explained everything clearly and concisely. Impressed so far.
Robert MasseyFantastic Service, really helpful and professional.
Hakeem DanmoleA highly professional team who are very supportive and helpful.
Gerard McLaughlin
Ruth Jones
Smith Partnership | Derby |
4.3 score
74 Reviews
Ruth is Partner at Smith Partnership and leads the Family department that are described by Legal 500 as a team which “excels in the financial aspects of breakdowns in marriages”. Ruth specialises in all aspects of relationship breakdown, child disputes, prenuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Ruth’s approach is…
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Geldards
Lovely service. Such helpful people. Zero condescension that's so associated with the profession. I'll get all my personal work done here.
Dan CaseleyVery proficient and professional law firm.
Kurt PhillipsAll round fantastic service
Gareth Parkinson
Fiona Apthorpe
Geldards | South Derby |
3.9 score
21 Reviews
With a wide range of accreditations, Fiona is one of the most highly qualified divorce solicitors in Derby. She is a Resolution accredited specialist family lawyer, a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and a trained mediator. Known for her professional and pragmatic approach, Fiona handles all…
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Flint Bishop
Excellent service definitely reccomend great communication
lisa SaxonA great team to have on your side in any legal situation.
Richard Chambers
Kirpal Bidmead
Flint Bishop | Central Derby |
3.7 score
49 Reviews
A skilled negotiator and talented advocate, Kirpal is ‘an outstanding individual…who inspires confidence’ (Legal 500). She has more than 20 years’ experience as a family lawyer, specialising in divorce and, specifically, the financial implications of separation. Kirpal is an accredited member of Resolution in Advanced Financial Provision and…
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Timms
On both the occasions I have needed a solicitor, I have used Timms. They have always been attentive and professional. I would use them again.
Philip DabbsGood professional advice given
Pam Webster
Fiona Moffat
Timms | Central Derby |
4.4 score
24 Reviews
A skilled and talented all-rounder, Fiona is the Managing Partner at this well-known law firm. Specialising in all aspects of family law, she handles a wide range of cases including divorce, financial cases, injunctions, private law children matters and childcare. As a trained collaborative lawyer, Fiona seeks a…
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Diana Copestake
Freeths | Central Derby |
Recommended by Legal 500, Diana has been advising clients in divorce and family law for more than 35 years. Partner at this ‘very highly regarded family law team’ (Legal 500), she adopts a realistic and practical approach to all aspects of divorce and separation. She specialises in the…
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