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

14 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Anna Hunter

Major Family Law     National
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.9 score
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452 reviews
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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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Very impressed with the level of service Quick, informative and incredibly sensitive to my situation Highly regarded specialist family law firm
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Fiona Yellowlees

WBW Solicitors     Paignton
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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3.9 score
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59 reviews
Fiona Yellowlees has over 30 years of experience as a specialist divorce and Family Law solicitor and is widely respected for combining technical expertise with a calm, supportive and highly professional approach. A Partner and Head of the Family Law department, Fiona advises on all aspects of matrimonial law,...
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Go above and beyond Good at what they do Very accommodating
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David Charles

Darby & Darby     Brixham
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.4 score
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5 reviews
With more than 30 years of litigation and Family Law experience, David Charles is a complex Divorce and Family Law specialist with a wealth of legal expertise. He advises clients on divorce, separation, financial disputes and children matters, tailoring his approach to the individual circumstances of each case. A...
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Gary Watson

Kitson Boyce     Torquay
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.5 score
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171 reviews
Accredited as a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Advanced Accreditation Scheme, Gary Watson is recognised for his expertise and excellence in the field of Family Law. Practising exclusively in family law for over three decades, Gary has built a strong reputation as a highly capable family lawyer...
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Absolutely charming and at the same time totally professional and efficient Excellent service provided by a skillfu, knowledgeable & very patient solicitor A warm and professional attitude, would recommend

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Stacy Williams

Major Family Law     National
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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452 reviews
Stacy Williams is a team member at this specialist Family Law firm that is ranked as a ‘Top Tier’ Firm by The Legal 500 2026 and was highly commended at the National Family Law Awards. Her undoubted expertise in family law has led to a wealth of 5-star reviews...
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Stacy Williams was extremely professional and helpful throughout my case They handled my case brilliantly Superb professionalism at all times. the staff were lovely, made to feel at ease

Tony Wood

Tozers     Newton Abbot
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.7 score
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58 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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Great professional service Best solicitors I have ever dealt with Would recommend

Anne Shears

Nash & Co     Central Plymouth
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.9 score
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666 reviews
A senior member of the Family Law team, Anne Shears has specialised in matrimonial matters for over 18 years. She is committed to navigating her clients through the breakdown of a relationship and can expertly advise on divorce, separation, and any associated financial disputes. Her work also involves negotiating...
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Amazing efficiency and professional every step of the way She explained everything so well to me and gave me clear balanced advice An excellent service, made especially easy with relaxed but knowledgeable advice
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Claire Johnston

Gard & Co Solicitors     Plymouth
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.8 score
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197 reviews
Senior Consultant Solicitor Claire Johnston has 18 years of experience in law, 16 years of those exclusively practicing Family Law. Offering advice and representation in numerous matrimonial matters, she takes instructions in cases concerning divorce, finances, private and public children, cohabitation, nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. As a member...
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Incredibly informative and helpful service supporting me At all times I felt valued and highly recommend Extremely helpful and explained everything incredibly well

Michelle Grove

GA Solicitors     Plymouth
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.8 score
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225 reviews
Partner and Head of the Family team at a highly respected law firm, Michelle Grove has built an impressive 36-year career in Family Law. Consistently recognised by Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, she advises on a broad range of relationship and family disputes, with particular experience in...
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Efficient & rapid service conducted in a friendly but professional manner Everyone I encountered at GA was professional and polite An excellent professional service and good friendly help
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Will Giles

Woollcombe Yonge     Central Plymouth
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.4 score
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142 reviews
With 31 years of experience, Will Giles is a highly respected family and matrimonial law solicitor who has been advising clients since qualifying in 1994. He works with individuals on all aspects of relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation, cohabitation disputes and matters concerning children. Will is particularly recognised for...
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Highly recommend his professionalism and would recommend his services to all Excellent customer service & quick responses & resolved in very good time I was very impressed

Martin Symonds

Symonds Solicitors     Plymouth
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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3.9 score
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7 reviews
With over 50 years of experience representing clients in Family Law disputes, Director Martin Symonds is a highly regarded divorce solicitor known for his tenacity, professionalism and approachable manner. He advises on divorce, separation and complex financial matters, including business interests, property, pensions and tax-related issues. Martin is recognised...
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Great solicitors - make the whole process easier to deal with Communication was good throughout the whole process and I was fully represented He listened to me and then explained in great detail the step by step process
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Vikki Martin

Wolferstans     Central Plymouth
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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4.5 score
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250 reviews
Partner and Head of Family Law at a prestigious legal firm, Vicki Martin is considered one of the most capable divorce solicitors, noted as being “Top Ranked” in the Chambers and Partners. She advises both married and unmarried clients in the event of a relationship breakdown on numerous matters,...
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Excellent advice A professional and empathetic approach Would recommend them to anyone
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Jonathan Petch

Thompson & Jackson     Central Plymouth
Serving Clients in Paignton

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

    

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Jonathan Petch has 20 years of experience in Family Law. As Partner and Head of the Family Department, he provides clients with a pragmatic and efficient approach to resolving complex matrimonial matters. He advises on a wide range of issues, including divorce, separation and associated financial disputes, children cases,...
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