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The 14 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Doncaster & Nearby

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Maria Coster

Stowe Family Law
South Yorkshire

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

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4.4 score

1445 reviews

Legal 500

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With an exceptional reputation for client care, professionalism and a robust approach to her cases, Maria is an accomplished family lawyer, divorce solicitor, and Partner at this specialist family law firm. She tackles the full range of family related issues involving couples who plan to separate or divorce, and those who wish to enter into nuptial or cohabitation agreements. Her work also regularly involves advising on financial settlements, including pre-acquired and post-separation assets, property, spousal maintenance, business assets, pensions, and proceedings under Schedule 1 Children Act 1989. Maria also has an excellent record in child law matters, from child arrangements orders to child abduction. She has been involved in a number of complex cases involving issues such as domestic violence, substance misuse, and parental alienation. Recognised in The Legal 500 as a ‘Rising Star’, Maria is described as someone who is “extremely proficient at identifying her clients’ main concerns” and “is always easily accessible and gives a measured and insightful opinion”. Play the law firm’s video.

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Mark Heptinstall

Slater Heelis
South Yorkshire

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

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4.9 score

1303 reviews

Recognised as a leading expert in the field of family law, Mark is well known for his meticulous approach to case preparation alongside a proactive and tough stance when negotiating the best outcomes for his clients. Partner and Head of the Family Department at this Legal 500 ‘Leading Firm’,...

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Mark's knowledge of law and compassionate approach really was a shining light Mark from the family team is amazing Amazing support and advice throughout one of the most difficult times in my life

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Kim Ashley

Foys Solicitors
Doncaster

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.0 score

63 reviews

Joint Managing Partner and Head of the Family Law department, Kim has been specialising in family law for over 20 years. Representing a range of clients with a diverse caseload, she can advise on family matters from divorce, separation and child arrangements to cohabitee issues, financial disputes arising from...

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Friendly professional service Professional, friendly and approachable Very approachable and dealt with my case smoothly and quickly

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Kay Wood

Dickinson Wood
Doncaster

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.0 score

66 reviews

One of the most respected and experienced family and matrimonial lawyers in the area, Kay is a Senior Partner at this reputable local firm. With a legal career surpassing 30 years, she is able to provide high quality, expert advice on a range of matters relating to family and...

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Professionals at their best with helpful advice Goes beyond the line of duty Helpful & fantastic service

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Louise Rawson

Sills & Betteridge
Doncaster

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.1 score

35 reviews

Combining a sensitive, personable touch with a pragmatic approach to achieving the very best outcomes for her clients, Louise has been providing representation in family and matrimonial matters for over 20 years. She can oversee a variety of legal matters including divorce and associated financial issues, cohabitation disputes including...

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They are extremely helpful, they are supportive and they are very talented The best solicitors You are always in good hands

Alison Kitchman

Switalskis Solicitors
Doncaster

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.2 score

5 reviews

An experienced family lawyer and divorce solicitor who prides herself on her empathy, professionalism and compassion, Alison has worked exclusively in family law for over 30 years. With a wide and varied skill base for dealing with family and matrimonial breakdown, she provides advice on divorce, separation, private children...

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Friendly and very professional I will be recommending Alison to my friends and family Allison throughout has been understanding, compassionate to both parties

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Taylor Bracewell
Doncaster

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.1 score

111 reviews

Priding herself on her ability to connect with her clients on all levels and develop good working relationships, Sharon is an intelligent and dedicated family lawyer and divorce solicitor with over 26 years' experience under her belt. Heading up the Family Department, she advises on a wide range of...

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Great local solicitors Highly recommend this professional, courteous and respectful company Outstanding solicitors

Andrea Pashley

Malcolm C Foy & Co
Doncaster

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.3 score

64 reviews

A long serving member of this reputable law firm and Senior Director and Head of the Family team, Andrea leads a dedicated team of family solicitors who have high standards of excellence in client care and representation. With over 20 years of practice under her belt, she has earned...

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I will be forever grateful to them Great service Very professional from the start of my case to the end

Andrew Isaacs

Andrew Isaacs Law
Doncaster

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.7 score

79 reviews

Having worked as a family lawyer and divorce solicitor for over 38 years, Andrew is a highly accomplished specialist in his field. Founder of this thriving law firm, he represents a range of clients on divorce, separation, financial issues and cases relating to children. With a sympathetic and supportive...

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Gives good, honest and sound advice Excellent staff, always available Absolutely first class service

Chris Borrowdale

Grainger Appleyard
Doncaster

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

3.8 score

60 reviews

Valued for his calm and reassuring confidence and ability to achieve civilised outcomes wherever possible, Chris is a Director and Head of the Family and Matrimonial Departments at this reputable law firm. With over 30 years' legal experience, he has dealt with a range of family law matters and...

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A very professional and helpful solicitor. Professionals in their field Great professional service with reasonable fees

Julian Flewitt

Peace Legal
Wombwell

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.1 score

40 reviews

Priding himself on offering the combination of legal expertise and empathy and understanding, Julian has secured his place as one of the more sought after family lawyers and divorce solicitors in the Doncaster area. His work predominantly involves matters concerning children and the representation of individuals suffering domestic abuse....

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Kind and caring about customers Excellent service and advice Great staff and great solicitors, highly recommend for family matters

Angela Lally

Rucklidge Law
Worksop

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

5.0 score

2 reviews

An exceptionally talented family solicitor with over 20 years’ experience, Angela accepts instructions in all areas of family law, with the last decade specialising in matrimonial finances, particularly disputes between couples regarding the division of assets on divorce, allowing her to build a niche caseload. With experience as a...

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Extremely grateful to her for her help, she extended a helping hand to me You answered all of our questions Made this a very simple and speedy process

Deborah Thompson

Howells
Barnsley

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

3.5 score

40 reviews

Offering a high level of professional advice with empathy and sensitivity, Deborah has been specialising in children law for over 25 years. She represents children, parents, extended family members and individuals who may be involved in the care of children, in complex and challenging cases, often involving the Local...

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Very efficient The right people to have in your corner Good service

Helen Palmer

Elmhirst Parker
Royston

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.3 score

13 reviews

A vastly experienced family lawyer and divorce solicitor who recognises the need for dialogue and compromise, Helen is known for her empathy and good legal mind. Having worked exclusively in family law, she advises on the full range of matters including divorce and civil partnership dissolution, financial disputes, cohabitation...

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Really good service felt like they cared about me Highly recommended Knowledgeable and helpful solicitors

Donna Tilbrook

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Barnsley

Serving Clients in Doncaster

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

4.5 score

54 reviews

Well respected in the field of family law, Donna is the firm’s Chief Executive Officer and is committed to ensuring that clients receive professional, efficient, expert legal advice and service. With vast experience in all matters relating to family and relationships, she has been involved in a number of...

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Family Law Glossary

Advocacy

Advocacy is the act of the solicitor (or more typically, a barrister) putting their client's case to the court. This may happen if a case cannot be resolved via negotiation between the clients’ solicitors (e.g. a divorcing couple cannot come to an agreement on how their finances should be divided), and so the case may then have to go to court in order for a judge to enforce a solution.
CAFCASS

CAFCASS is an acronym for ‘Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service’. It is a public body that exists to consider the best interests of the children involved in family law cases. The officers at CAFCASS offer advice to family courts on what they think is in the best interests of the children involved as a result of their enquiries into a family setting. In some cases they are asked to produce a report for the court with recommendations that include who the children should live with, and what time they should spend with the other parent.
Child Arrangements Order

A child arrangements order is a court order that defines who is responsible for the care of a child, including who they live with and how often the child will have contact the parents. This type of order can be necessary if the parents cannot agree on how to share the care of their child/ren.
Collaborative Lawyer

A collaborative lawyer is trained to represent their client through a collaborative divorce process or family dispute. The clients on both sides sign up to to the collaborative divorce process which can involve them and their lawyers attending four-way meetings in order to negotiate and reach a formal agreement that avoids the need for any court hearings.
Consultant Solicitor/Lawyer

A consultant solicitor provides services on a self-employed basis or as a contractor, but typically does so under the umbrella of a law firm. The client will be represented by a consultant solicitor in the same way as they would if the solicitor was an employee of the firm, but once the client pays the firm for the consultant solicitor’s services, the firm will typically pay the consultant solicitor’s business (e.g. a Limited Company) a percentage of those fees, rather than pay a salary. In most cases, the differences between a salaried solicitor and a consultant solicitor relate to how the consultant solicitor is employed and paid. There is little to no noticeable difference for the client.
Prohibited Steps Order

A prohibited steps order is a court order usually applies to a parent and prevents them from conducting certain activities with their child/ren who are under 16 years old (such as preventing the parent from removing the child from school, or them taking the child abroad, or changing their surname). It also prevents the parent from exercising their parental responsibility.
Resolution

Resolution is an industry body with a membership made up primarily of family lawyers. As members, the lawyers agree to conduct their work in line with Resolution’s Code of Conduct which is based on taking a “non-confrontational approach to family law issues”. This means that the lawyer actively tries to reduce conflict between the parties and encourages families to put the best interests of any children first.
Specific Issue Order

A Specific Issue Order is a court order that sets out how a specific question or issue regarding a child should be addressed by the parents. This could be a specific issue that the parents cannot agree on, such as which school the child should attend, or if certain medical treatment should or shouldn’t be administered. If the parents cannot agree, the court can enforce an answer via a Specific Issue Order.
TOLATA (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act)

TOLATA relates to disputes between two individuals who have lived together and now disagree on a matter relating to their cohabitation. Most commonly, this relates to disputes over who owns the property, what the split of ownership is, or who should remain in the property.
The Legal 500

The Legal 500 is a directory of solicitors and firms, broken down by geographic region and legal discipline. Solicitors are ranked in The Legal 500 based on their merit and experience, using publicly available information and information supplied by the firm. Annually, The Legal 500 issues awards to individual law firms and solicitors such as ‘Leading Individual’, ‘Recommended Lawyer’, ‘Rising Star’ and ‘Leading Firm’. It is worth noting that the ‘500’ in the name does not refer to the number of firms/solicitors that are ranked, which is actually a significantly larger number. Nonetheless, it is still a highly regarded award in the legal profession.

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