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The 38 Best Family Law Lawyers & Divorce Solicitors in Cheshire

38 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Vicki McLynn

Slater Heelis     Cheshire    

4.7 score
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1718 reviews
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Recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in The Legal 500, Vicki McLynn is a highly-rated family and divorce solicitor with numerous other accolades, including being highlighted in Chambers & Partners and City Wealth. Her considerable experience and knowledge across English and international Family Law is well respected and she is...
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Very helpful, very professional staff Your measured approach and carefully evaluated tactics produced a swift and outs Clear, concise and efficient service
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Katie McCann

Lowry Legal     Chester    

Katie McCann is the founder and Managing Partner of a modern, specialist Family Law firm. Initially a barrister, she has vast experience in matrimonial matters and can take clients from their initial instruction to appearance at a final contested hearing. Dealing with a diverse client group, she has represented...
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Dr Emma Palmer

MSB Solicitors     Chester    

4.0 score
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53 reviews
Dr Emma Palmer is a Partner and the Head of Family at a highly respected law firm, leading a team of specialist lawyers and advising on some of the most complex and sensitive matters arising from relationship breakdown. She is widely recognised for her expertise in children proceedings and...
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Amazing service will go above and beyond for clients They provide excellent service and excellent customer service Prompt response and clients are dealt with respect and care
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Helen Miller

Stowe Family Law     Crewe    

4.4 score
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2174 reviews
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Helen Miller is a highly acclaimed Family Law expert known for delivering first-class service to clients with diligent, professional and compassionate services. She brings two decades of experience as a Managing Partner at a highly respected niche law firm. She's featured in both Chambers & Partners and The Legal...
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Amazing work by my solicitors throughout the duration Nothing was too much trouble. Sensitive and friendly Excellent support and knowledge, I'd recommend wholeheartedly

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Camilla Burton-Baddeley

Aaron & Partners     Chester    

4.4 score
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73 reviews
Known for her down-to-earth and approachable manner, Camilla Burton-Baddeley is a Partner in the Family Law team at this respected law firm, specialising in complex, high-net-worth family matters. She advises clients on divorce, financial remedy proceedings, disputes involving children, relocation cases, and matters involving family businesses, overseas assets and...
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Excellent, professional, knowledgeable service Service was excellent Very professional

Gavin Edmondson

Gavin Edmondson     Northwich    

4.9 score
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286 reviews
Solicitor Advocate Gavin Edmondson is the founder and Principal of a specialist law firm, with more than 20 years of experience representing clients in complex Family Law and contentious probate disputes. A dual-qualified barrister and solicitor with Higher Rights of Audience, Gavin is particularly sought after for high-net-worth divorce...
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Friendly, approachable, understanding and experts in their fields I felt completely confident in Gavin's expertise and knowledge of the law Professional, knowledgeable, and reliable, made a difficult process easy

Ainsley Pritchard

Dootsons Solicitors     Warrington    

3.9 score
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13 reviews
Known for her expertise in supporting clients with a diverse range of matters, Ainsley Pritchard is a highly experienced Family Law solicitor with 27 years in the profession. As Head of the Family Department at a law firm recognised for legal excellence, she advises clients on a broad spectrum...
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Their attention to detail was excellent and their service prompt and efficient They are friendly family solicitors & I have no hesitation in recommending them Great service, would highly recommend

Ian Hamilton-Fey

Hall Smith Whittingham     Nantwich    

4.8 score
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201 reviews
A professional and compassionate approach underpins Ian Hamilton-Fey’s work as a highly skilled family lawyer and divorce specialist. As Head of the Family Law Department, he is well known for his ability to navigate complex family and relationship disputes, particularly those involving intricate financial arrangements or agricultural assets within...
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Very impressed with the way you kept us informed and updated at all times I have been very happy with every aspect of their service Professional honest and direct advice
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Sarah Thomas

Butcher & Barlow     Frodsham    

4.2 score
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10 reviews
With 26 years of experience, Sarah Thomas is a specialist Family Law solicitor known for her meticulous and strategic approach. Practicing exclusively in matrimonial law since 1999, she advises a wide range of clients, including those with high-net-worth estates, on complex financial matters such as family businesses, high-value pensions,...
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Helpful, courteous staff, both solicitor and office people Always had good friendly service from this firm

Jennifer Roulston

Steels Solicitors     Warrington    

4.5 score
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26 reviews
Jennifer Roulston is a highly experienced Family Law lawyer with 22 years of practice, bringing a calm and measured approach to even the most challenging cases. Since qualifying in 2004, she has developed broad expertise across all aspects of relationship breakdown, including divorce, financial settlements and matters involving children....
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Julia Ann Brown

Family Legal     Middlewich    

4.3 score
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11 reviews
Founder of her own specialist Family Law firm 15 years ago, Julia Ann Brown has more than 25 years of experience in the field, providing tailored advice to individuals and couples facing relationship breakdown or planning for the future. As Principal Solicitor, she advises on divorce, financial settlements, pre-...
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They get the job done, very professional 5 Stars - Julia and her team were fantastic Praise for her thoroughness in taking me through the divorce process

Karen Wilson

Talbots Law     Sandbach    

4.5 score
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17 reviews
Known for her commitment to fostering constructive and amicable resolution, Karen Wilson is a highly experienced Family Law solicitor with three decades of practice. She advises on a wide range of matters, including divorce, separation, complex children disputes, and high-value financial cases, as well as preparing nuptial agreements. Karen...
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Excellent professional service Recommended Very friendly down to earth staff

Robin Charrot

Evolve Family Law     Crewe    

4.9 score
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62 reviews
Co-founder of a specialist Family Law practice, Robin Charrot brings more than 26 years of dedicated family law experience to his work. Since establishing the firm in 2015, Robin has helped clients resolve relationship issues with empathy, clarity and a strong focus on fair outcomes. His practice spans divorce...
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Advice & recommendations were more than I could have initially imagined I never doubted that I was receiving the best service and support throughout Robin was extremely knowledgeable on family law

Elizabeth Hassall

HM3 Legal     Chester    

4.7 score
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172 reviews
Collaborative Lawyer Elizabeth Hassall is recognised in The Legal 500 ‘Hall of Fame’ and Chambers UK, where she is described as “top of the tree”. As Partner and Head of the Family and Relationships team, she is widely regarded for her expertise in the financial aspects of relationship breakdown,...
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Staff are excellent, helpful and polite Explained everything to me in plain English Given advice which was easy to understand

Catrin Parry

Watsons Solicitors     Warrington    

4.2 score
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78 reviews
Known for her professional, calm, non-confrontational style, Catrin Parry is a Partner and Head of the Family Department with significant expertise in complex children cases. She advises and represents parents, children, grandparents, and guardians in Local Authority care proceedings, providing clear and supportive guidance in often sensitive situations. Catrin...
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Catrin helped us securely and professionally without judgement They looked after me with friendly professional and absolute efficiency She's the nicest person I have come across in my entire life

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Karen Leadbetter

Stratford Solicitors     Poynton    

4.8 score
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394 reviews
Experienced in dealing with challenging and complex cases, Karen Leadbetter is recognised in The Legal 500 for her expertise in high-conflict Family Law matters and for her exceptionally strong negotiating skills. With over 20 years of practice, she combines technical expertise with a calm, pragmatic and empathetic approach that...
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Couldn't have asked for a more compassionate solicitor It was all very personal and nothing was too much Communication was clear throughout the process

Philip Porter

Fiona Bruce Solicitors     Stockton Heath    

4.5 score
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182 reviews
Philip Porter is a highly experienced Family Law specialist with over 30 years in legal practice, having focused exclusively on relationship and matrimonial matters since 1999. As Managing Partner and Head of the Family & Matrimonial Law team, he advises clients from diverse backgrounds on complex financial cases, often...
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A very professional and reliable lawyer Great solicitors, very friendly and keep you informed at all times They are efficient and reliable, we would recommend their services to others

Kevin Worthington

Wains Solicitors     Macclesfield    

4.8 score
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85 reviews
Kevin Worthington is a highly respected family law specialist with over 25 years of experience dedicated solely to this field. He advises on every aspect of relationship breakdown, supporting both married and unmarried couples through divorce, separation, financial settlements, and applications for protective injunctions. Recognised for his expertise in...
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Excellent support and guidance from the whole team Made a sad and painful process a lot easier to manage Appreciated the speed of responses from everyone to our questions

Ruth Hetherington

McAlister Family Law     Alderley Edge    

3.9 score
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11 reviews
Ruth Hetherington is known as a highly experienced Children's Lawyer, respected by her peers and clients for her expert knowledge. In 2024, she was named Partner of the Year at the Manchester Legal Awards. However, she takes instructions in a diverse range of cases, including divorce and financial matters,...
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Cheryl Haywood

SAS Daniels     Congleton    

4.2 score
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34 reviews
Senior Associate Cheryl Haywood is a highly regarded Family Law solicitor known for handling cases with professionalism, sensitivity, and care. As part of the Family team at this respected law firm, she advises clients on a wide range of matters including divorce, separation, financial disputes, child arrangements, parental responsibility,...
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Successfully guided through a complex case with patience and professionalism I had full confidence in her capabilities Great service, very professional, I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again

Sue Delaney

BDH Solicitors     Ellesmere Port    

4.3 score
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43 reviews
Sue Delaney is the Founder, Director and Head of the Family Team at a well-established law firm. Sue combines extensive experience with a determined and client-focused approach, ensuring the best outcomes for families navigating a relationship breakdown. Specialising in child care and adoption cases, she is a member of...
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I would highly recommend this firm to everyone Very friendly staff and great service from the whole team Fantastic firm, helped all they could with a positive outcome on my case

Michelle Simpson

Chafes Hague Lambert     Wilmslow    

4.8 score
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52 reviews
Michelle Simpson is a highly experienced and knowledgeable Family Law solicitor who advises clients across a wide range of matters arising from relationship breakdown as Head of Family Law. With a strong reputation in the field, she assists with separation, divorce, financial settlements, private children disputes including child arrangements...
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Very experienced people to help with your affairs Highly recommend Super solicitors, honest caring and warm

Elaine Shell

Jacobs & Co     Ellesmere Port    

4.4 score
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44 reviews
Widely known for her extensive experience and empathetic approach, Elaine Shell began her career in 1979 as an office junior and has progressed in the same firm to become a highly respected solicitor in Family Law. She brings a deep understanding of the complexities involved in divorce, financial settlements,...
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Very good solicitors - Elaine Shell is excellent Very professional and helpful Recommended

Carole Nettleton

Price Slater Gawne     Chester    

4.8 score
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188 reviews
Consultant Carole Nettleton has 30 years of experience in Family Law. She advises clients on all aspects of relationship breakdown, including divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships and disputes arising from the end of cohabitation. Carole is particularly experienced in financial cases, acting for both high-net-worth individuals and those with...
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Brilliant service and very informative, I was talked through every step Any questions or unsure moments they was always quick to respond Would certainly recommend without any hesitation

Paul Shenton

Beeston Shenton     Knutsford    

4.1 score
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151 reviews
The Founder of a highly respected legal firm, Paul Shenton is a highly motivated and skilled Family Law solicitor with extensive experience advising clients through the challenges of relationship breakdown. Leading a dedicated and knowledgeable team, he supports individuals across a wide range of family matters, including divorce, separation,...
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Would highly recommend this business, you will not be disappointed Timely, efficient, compassionate advice, excellent communications Would recommend to friends

Nicola Mcinnes

Nicola Mcinnes Family Law     Macclesfield    

5.0 score
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51 reviews
Founder of a Family Law firm, Nicola Mcinnes has 26 years of experience and expertise in matrimonial matters. She is a popular choice for supporting clients in numerous disputes that may involve divorce, separation, civil partnerships, cohabitee disputes, financial issues, and cases relating to children. Focusing on offering clear,...
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Nicola supported me and offered me the best advice throughout Highly recommend Nicola to anyone looking for a top family law solicitor My situation was challenging but Nicola found a solution

Donna Riley

Hibberts Solicitors     Crewe    

4.0 score
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43 reviews
With 25 years of experience, Senior Chartered Legal Executive Donna Riley leads the Private Family Law team at a top law firm, bringing calm authority and practical insight to every case she handles. Widely respected for her straightforward and compassionate advice, Donna supports clients across all aspects of relationship...
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She gave me a strength I never knew I had. Very professional and supportive Great team. From start to finish I was updated with what I needed

Claudia Price

Bowcock Cuerden     Nantwich    

4.7 score
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39 reviews
Head of Family Law at a well-known legal firm, Claudia Price leads the Family Team, specialising in all aspects of family and matrimonial matters. She regularly advises clients on relationship breakdowns, nuptial agreements, matrimonial finances, child arrangements, and cohabitation agreements. Claudia is committed to resolving issues efficiently and cost-effectively,...
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Professionalism and commitment to deliver the results Highly recommend Bowcock Cuerden Professional legal services

Helen Stoller

Poole Alcock Solicitors     Alsager    

4.6 score
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183 reviews
Collaborative Lawyer Helen Stoller is the Partner and Head of the Family Law team at a respected law firm, advising clients across a broad range of family matters arising from relationship breakdown. Her practice includes divorce, matrimonial finances, arrangements for children and agreements relating to marriage or cohabitation. A...
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Always at ease They kept me informed I would recommend them I can never thank them all enough

Nick Hall

Forster Dean     Runcorn    

5.0 score
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18 reviews
Head of the Private Client Team at this highly respected law firm, Nick Hall is a distinguished family lawyer with over 40 years of experience providing clear, practical and compassionate legal advice. He assists a broad range of clients with matters involving divorce, separation, cohabitation disputes, financial issues, children...
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Very helpful and speedy with replies, they were a pleasure to work with Would definitely recommend Forster Dean Solicitors to anyone Brilliant service, friendly, efficient, and very professional

Gemma Cockitt

Alfred Newton Solicitors     Wilmslow    

5.0 score
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17 reviews
Compassionate Family Law lawyer Gemma Cockitt has years of experience, starting as a paralegal before qualifying as a solicitor in 2009. Known for her passion for helping clients reach the best possible outcome through some complex and challenging cases, she takes instructions in divorce, separation, injunctions, and financial disputes,...
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Elisabeth Pugh

Knights     Wilmslow    

4.8 score
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4 reviews
Elisabeth Pugh is known for her work with high-value clients nationally and internationally. Her diverse client list includes business owners, professionals, public figures and landowners. She advises on the full spectrum of Family Law matters, including divorce, complex financial settlements, children disputes, and relationship planning, alongside cohabitation and nuptial...
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Caroline Payne

BPS Family Law     Stockton Heath    

4.5 score
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36 reviews
Caroline Payne is widely recognised for her work in high-stakes divorce and financial remedy matters, acting for clients whose assets span multiple jurisdictions and complex corporate or family structures. Known for her strategic insight and calm precision, she advises on disputes involving business interests, trusts, inherited wealth, international property...
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A very caring, very efficient firm of solicitors that you can rely on Legal arguments were faultless, letters were always exceptionally well worded Provided the professional support and advice to achieve the outcome I required

Anthony Beeston

Separ8     Sandbach    

5.0 score
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4 reviews
Anthony Beeston is the founder of a forward-thinking Family Law firm with an impressive local reputation for supporting clients through the challenges of relationship breakdown. With 20 years of experience, he advises on the full spectrum of matrimonial law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, cohabitation disputes, and...
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Really helpful and informative all the way through, in safe hands Highly recommend, fantastic company, very helpful from start to finish Fantastic service and I was kept up to date the entire process

Amy Litherland

HCB Solicitors     Warrington    

4.1 score
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40 reviews
With over 20 years of experience in Family Law, Amy Litherland is a highly regarded specialist known for combining empathy with clear, practical advice. As Head of the Family Law Department, she advises on a wide range of matters including divorce, financial remedy proceedings and complex children cases. Amy...
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Nia Edwards

PSR Solicitors     Ellesmere Port    

4.8 score
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120 reviews
Dedicated to making a genuine difference in her clients' lives, Nia serves as Head of the Private Client team at this well-regarded law firm, supporting individuals and families. Known for her empathetic and reassuring manner, she provides clear, practical guidance to help clients navigate the emotional and legal challenges...
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Highly recommend, very helpful & professional Would not hesitate to highly recommend them to friends and family Really happy with the service, responsive, friendly and professional