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The 17 Best Divorce Lawyers & Family Solicitors in Exeter

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Jemma Slavin

Stowe Family Law     Exeter
Serving Clients in Exeter

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.4 score
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2174 reviews
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A highly accomplished law practitioner, Jemma Slavin is the Regional Director for London & the South East at a highly respected national law firm. Her well-established reputation helps her to support clients through what can be challenging times following a relationship breakdown. Her thorough approach to Family Law work...
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Handled my case with professionalism and courtesy Excellent support and knowledge, I'd recommend wholeheartedly Excellent service, very clear and concise
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Anna Hunter

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

    

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4.9 score
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447 reviews
Anna Hunter is an exceptionally talented and experienced family law solicitor and Legal Director at this specialist family law firm. A key member of the practice since its founding in 2009, the firm was highly commended at the National Family Law Awards and is ranked as a ‘Top Tier’...
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You want the job done right and the outcome you deserve this is the firm Excellent and prompt communication, thank the firm for the good service provided Highly regarded specialist family law firm
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Darren Cleverdon

Dunn & Baker     Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.2 score
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119 reviews
Partner and Head of the Family team at a highly respected law firm, Darren Cleverdon has built a strong reputation for his constructive and effective approach to Family Law, specialising in family and matrimonial matters since 1996. He leads the Family Department and advises across the full range of...
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Very professional, efficient and effective at dealing with the various issues Great people who go through every aspect with you Very switched on solicitor
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Andrew Barton

Stephens Scown     Central Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.6 score
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211 reviews
Recommended in the Legal 500, Chambers & Partners and the City Wealth Leaders List, Andrew Barton is an ‘out-of-the-box thinker’ supporting clients with high-value and complex financial work following a relationship breakdown. He oversees a wide range of cases that can include company assets, division of pensions, tax and...
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Detailed explanations of the issues, good communication Andrew was amazing in helping me through the mine field that is divorce Wonderful people they are all great

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Zoe Gaitskell

Porter Dodson     Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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3.7 score
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23 reviews
Head of the Family Law Team, Zoe Gaitskell has 24 years of experience practising exclusively in matrimonial law. She advises clients across a broad range of matters arising from relationship breakdown, with particular expertise in complex financial cases involving businesses, farms, trusts, pensions, and overseas assets. Zoe is a...
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Professional, no nonsense advice and support Can not praise highly enough Excellent service

Norman Hartnell

The Family Law Company     Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.3 score
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102 reviews
Norman Hartnell is Joint Managing Director at this award-winning law firm and has over 30 years of experience in Family Law. Widely regarded as a pioneer of constructive dispute resolution, he was one of the first family mediators in England and continues to champion non-confrontational approaches such as mediation,...
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Outstanding client care, very professional They are very helpful and kind The Family Law Company ensure you go through it with support and dignity

Tony Wood

Tozers     Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.6 score
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135 reviews
Having qualified as a solicitor in 1988, Tony Wood brings decades of experience to his Family Law practice and is widely respected for his professionalism, supportive approach and approachable manner. He advises across all areas of family and matrimonial law, including divorce, separation, matrimonial finance and private family disputes....
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Thank you to all the team you have been brilliant They were perfect The team have always been professional and provided great communication

Rachael Shearmur

Gilbert Stephens     Central Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.4 score
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93 reviews
Having read law at Cambridge, Rachael Shearmur qualified as a solicitor in 1989. She has practised family law for 30 years and supports married and unmarried clients in all aspects of a relationship breakdown, including divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, ending of cohabitation arrangements, financial matters (for example property,...
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Polite and reassuring legal support/services Great service from the team, have dealt with our family for years Received a very good level of support throughout the process
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Nick Emson

WBW Solicitors     Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.6 score
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27 reviews
With 30 years of experience, Nick Emson is a highly competent family solicitor. His focus is on the financial consequences and disputes following a breakdown in a relationship, such as divorce and civil partnership, as well as wealth protection matters, including nuptial agreements. However, he is also regularly instructed...
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Nick Dudman

Rundlewalker     Central Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.8 score
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177 reviews
CEO, director and head of the family team, Nick Dudman is an experienced family lawyer with 40 years practising law. He established a firm in 1996 that has since merged with another. Offering representation in a wide range of family law matters, he supports clients with divorce and matrimonial...
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The team there are friendly efficient and understanding Supportive and approachable whilst maintaining high professional standards We will certainly use Rundlewalker again should other issues arise in the future
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Nicky Mein

Cartridges Law     Central Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.3 score
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60 reviews
Partner and Head of the Family Law team at an award-winning legal firm, Nicky Mein is an expert children law solicitor. Having established herself in all aspects of private and public children law since qualifying 24 years ago, she represents clients in numerous disputes, including where proceedings have been...
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So helpful, caring, knowledgeable and understanding Genuinely nice people who care about their clients Amazing service, kind people, very helpful, would definitely recommend

Jane Jacques

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

    

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5.0 score
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1 reviews
A highly experienced family law specialist, Jane Jacques is a Partner at her firm with a particular specialism in matrimonial disputes and arrangements for children. Working closely with her clients, she resolves issues focusing on the specific needs of the client in each individual case. Known for building a...
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Pippa Allsop

Michelmores     Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.9 score
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206 reviews
Known for her dedication to detail, hands-on approach, and compassionate demeanour, Pippa Allsop is a respected Family Law solicitor recognised as a “Next Generation Partner” in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 and ranked in Chambers UK. Praised for her exceptional client care and depth of knowledge, she...
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Michelmores have delivered an impeccable service The most professional and friendly solicitors I have ever had to deal with Michelmores are always a safe pair of hands for any legal requirements
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Jen Law

Slee Blackwell     Tiverton
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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3.9 score
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11 reviews
Jen Law is a Partner and the head of the Family Law department at a well-respected law firm. Specialising in an array of family matters, she provides advice and representation in divorce and financial separation, cohabitation (TOLATA) claims, relationship agreements (cohabitation and separation agreements), private law children cases, domestic...
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Jayne Turner

Ashfords     Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.0 score
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28 reviews
With more than 20 years of experience in Family Law, Partner Jayne Turner has extensive expertise supporting clients through the challenges of relationship breakdown. She is particularly recognised for her work on complex and high-net-worth matters involving businesses, inherited wealth, substantial pensions, and investment portfolios, and regularly advises company...
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Efficient, professional, knowledgeable and friendly Cannot speak of this place more highly Boy do they deliver

Lucy Roberts

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

    

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4.6 score
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29 reviews
Lucy Roberts is a Senior Associate at a highly successful law firm, practising exclusively in Family Law since qualifying as a solicitor in 2012. She is particularly renowned for her expertise in complex private children matters, including international child abduction, international child contact and Wardship proceedings. One of only...
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David Kendall

Wollens     Exeter
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Exeter area.

    

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4.0 score
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42 reviews
Noted as a Recommended Lawyer in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500, David Kendall is highly regarded for his expertise in children and care-related matters. A Partner in the Family Department, he specialises in representing children, parents, and carers in both public law proceedings and private disputes, often...
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