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The 26 Best Divorce Solicitors in Essex & Family Law Solicitors in Essex

26 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Corinne Parke

Keystone Law Ltd     Essex Region
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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With 20 years of experience, Corinne Parke is an exceptionally talented specialist Family Law solicitor with experience in advising clients on divorce/separation, children disputes and nuptial agreements. Recognised in 2025 The Legal 500 edition, she was described as “very capable legally and warm and approachable with clients”. Her approach...
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Emma Newman

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

    

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4.4 score
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2174 reviews
As a Managing Partner at a nationally recognised Family Law firm, Emma Newman has dedicated her 25-year career to the niche. She is among the most sought-after divorce solicitors, with an excellent track record in all family and matrimonial law. She takes instructions from married couples, parents, those in...
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Made a difficult time easier thank you Amazing work by my solicitors throughout the duration Generous, friendly, professional and caring attitude from Seb
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Lauren Sadler

Sadler Cross Family Law     Essex Region
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.9 score
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28 reviews
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As a Senior Partner at this firm that specialises solely in Family Law, Lauren Sadler has been handling family and matrimonial cases for 25 years, amassing extensive knowledge and experience in areas such as divorce, separation, financial settlements, child-related matters (including public law, child abduction, and special guardianship), and...
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Lauren is brilliant and very knowledgeable Excellent, clear advice. Put me at ease immediately Lauren was empathetic and warm

Kaleel Anwar

Slater Heelis     Essex Region
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex 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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Highly recommended Professional in handling my case with a terrific result. We were very pleased with the excellent service

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Anna Cross

Ellisons     Essex Region
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.4 score
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133 reviews
Legal Director at a well-established law firm, Anna Cross specialises in all aspects of family law following a relationship breakdown. Her career sees her deal with complex financial remedy proceedings as she takes on cases that have both domestic and international elements. In addition, she is known for representing...
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Highly professional, knowledgeable & effective Anna has an amazing amount of knowledge Great at explaining legal jargon, extremely prompt in her responses

Lynn Gooch

Foskett Marr Gadsby & Head     Epping
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.2 score
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59 reviews
Partner and Head of Family at an established Law Firm, Lynn Gooch is an experienced divorce solicitor with a reputation for handling high-net-value cases and contentious financial settlements. She has a wealth of experience and advises clients in numerous matters, including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, nuptial agreements, child arrangements...
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Gary Stafford

Brights     Maldon
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.7 score
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56 reviews
Known for undertaking his own advocacy with skill and a wealth of knowledge, Gary Stafford is an experienced Family Law solicitor specialising in public law care proceedings and Children Law matters. He regularly represents local authorities, children's guardians and other parties in proceedings before the High Court, County Court...
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From day one they had my best interests at heart Extremely understanding and caring, helped me through the whole process My case was dealt with very promptly and achieve the best possible outcome

Sue Shepard

Harvey Copping & Harrison     Canvey Island
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.2 score
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25 reviews
With more than 34 years of experience, Sue Shepard has spent her entire legal career at the firm, having joined as a trainee solicitor in 1991 and progressing to Partner. She is a highly respected family lawyer, advising clients across the full spectrum of relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation,...
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Very friendly, quick response to my queries and very helpful Very professional and puts you at ease, would definitely recommend them Good solicitor, very helpful, very good service

Helen Wilmott

Heckford Norton     Saffron Walden
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.6 score
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21 reviews
Partner Helen Wilmott qualified as a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives 23 years ago and is now head of the Matrimonial department at a respected law firm. She provides expert advice and representation to clients in numerous Family Law matters, including divorce, financial remedy, injunctions, residence/contact in...
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Claire Spurgeon

Pinney Talfourd     Brentwood
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.8 score
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197 reviews
Partner at a Top Tier Law Form, Claire Spurgeon is a highly regarded solicitor known for her caring and approachable manner. With over two decades of experience, she advises on a wide range of matters arising from relationship breakdown, including complex divorce and financial remedy cases involving businesses, property...
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I thoroughly recommend Pinney Talfourd Straightforward, speedy and a successful outcome Gave me simple to understand advice and helped me through the whole process

Emma Brunning

Birketts     Chelmsford
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.4 score
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47 reviews
Qualified as a solicitor in 1997, Emma Brunning is a highly experienced lawyer recognised for her authority in complex and sensitive family matters. She has received acclaim as a 'Leading Partner' in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 and is also ranked in Chambers & Partners. Emma advises...
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Very helpful and professional Explained everything in words I can understand Fantastic service

Dee Finnegan

Spectrum Family Law     Harlow
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.8 score
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20 reviews
With 37 years of experience, Dee Finnegan is a founder, director and Chartered Legal Executive of a specialist law firm, having specialised in Family Law for almost her entire career. With an excellent reputation in the field, she takes instructions in a wide range of matters with a particular...
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Dee at spectrum is absolutely fantastic, highly recommended I could trust her advice and that she had everything under control Dee & her team developed sound understanding of my predicament quickly

Reza Sabzevari

Whiskers     Epping
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.2 score
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58 reviews
Reza Sabzevari has 35 years of experience in Family Law and a member of the Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, allowing him to represent children, parents, grandparents and other family members in numerous matters, including when proceedings have been initiated by the Local Authority. Believing that all aspects...
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First class service, I would recommend him Guide me through everything and communicate all the time Professional, very efficient, giving clear advice, keeping me fully informed

Claudia Parks

CSP Family Law     Rayleigh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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5.0 score
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14 reviews
Founder of a specialist Family Law practice, Claudia Parks is widely recognised for combining meticulous legal knowledge with a supportive and reassuring manner. She advises clients across the full spectrum of family law, including divorce, judicial separation, nullity, financial arrangements, cohabitation disputes, children matters and cases involving domestic abuse....
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Very professional Provided me with the support & guidance Claudia was very helpful with my recent divorce

Louise Margiotta

Thompson Smith and Puxon     Colchester
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.3 score
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109 reviews
Recognised as a ‘Leading Partner’ in The Legal 500 2026 edition, Louise Margiotta offers guidance and support to clients in numerous family law matters as Director and Head of the Family and Divorce team at a well-respected law firm. She handles various family matters, including complex financial issues involving...
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Amazing staff, so helpful They have dealt with all my various matters extremely well Very professional and extremely helpful

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Karen Taylor

Essex Family Law     Chelmsford
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.6 score
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15 reviews
Founder of a specialist Family Law firm, Karen Taylor offers bespoke services that match the current needs and future goals of her clients at an affordable cost. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, she is considered highly accomplished in divorce and family matters, taking instructions in divorce, judicial...
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Karen has been excellent during what has been a really difficult divorce 100% recommended Always quick to respond, answering questions quickly, directly and with clarity

Jill Wiggins

Cunningtons Solicitors     Braintree
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.5 score
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151 reviews
Partner Jill Wiggins takes instructions in all areas of Family Law, including divorce, the dissolution of civil partnerships, financial disputes, injunctions and both public and private Children Act proceedings. Known for balancing clear, practical guidance with a genuinely empathetic approach, Jill supports clients through highly sensitive and emotional situations...
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Knowledgeable and helpful professionals Excellent customer service, always helpful and quick responding Went out of their way to help
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Matthew Clemence

Kerseys     Colchester
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.7 score
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517 reviews
Matthew Clemence is the Head of the Family Law Department at a respected law firm, bringing more than 20 years of experience gained at a number of leading legal practices. Recognised nationally and internationally for his involvement in landmark family law cases, including representing the husband in the widely...
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Very professional service, all queries dealt with promptly Given sound advice and felt like my best interests were being looked after Great service, friendly, polite & all enquires dealt with in a timely manner

Chris Wall

Paul Robinson Solicitors     Benfleet
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.5 score
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61 reviews
With more than 20 years of experience, Chris Wall is a Partner and Head of the Family Law team at a highly respected legal practice. Having spent his entire legal career with the same firm, he has built an outstanding reputation for advising clients across all aspects of relationship...
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So helpful, very straight talking, answered all my questions and more Delighted with the service provided, team are proactive & answer emails quickly Amazing service, so helpful, very knowledgeable

Ian Richardson

Sparlings Solicitors     Frinton-on-Sea
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.6 score
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16 reviews
Ian Richardson is an experienced Family Law specialist with over 30 years dedicated to advising clients through divorce and separation. Known for his empathetic and client-focused approach, he has particular expertise in financial settlements following relationship breakdown. Ian is accredited by Resolution in complex lower-income financial remedies, private children...
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Providing such a professional and efficient service during such a difficult time Provide a very professional service specialising in family law Very friendly and understanding, highly recommend this solicitor

Joshua Coombe

Tees Law     Chelmsford
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.3 score
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43 reviews
Joshua Coombe is a highly efficient and effective divorce solicitor. As a Partner and Head of the Family Department, he leads a busy and well-regarded practice within a Legal 500 ‘Top Tier’ firm. With more than 27 years of experience, he advises on all aspects of relationship breakdown, including...
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Made the whole process as painless as possible Would definitely make Tees my first choice He was responsive, professional and kind

Jane Lodeto

Browns Solicitors     Benfleet
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Essex area.

    

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4.2 score
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23 reviews
With 20 years of experience, Jane Lodeto specialises in family law. She takes on various cases, including divorce, separation, financial disputes arising from a relationship breakdown and children matters. Her dedication to resolving issues amicably is demonstrated through her membership with Resolution, an organisation that sets out a code...
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Always helpful & efficient at getting the job done, would highly recommend Fantastic service from Browns, I can’t recommend her enough She makes you feel comfortable and really cares about her clients
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