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The 16 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Weymouth & Nearby

16 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Joanne Major

Major Family Law     National
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.9 score
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449 reviews
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An exceptionally well regarded figure in the field of Family Law, Joanne offers clear-sighted, shrewd, and carefully considered advice on all aspects of divorce and family law. She is consistently hailed by clients for her exceptional care, wisdom, and staunch dedication to serving their best interests. Founder and Managing...
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Gave concise, clear & direct actionable advice in a compassionate & informed way A voice of reason at a stressful time, courteous and professional Ensured I felt genuinely heard throughout the discussion
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Liza Gatrell

Stowe Family Law     Dorset
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.4 score
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2174 reviews
Recognised for her practical and empathetic approach to her cases, Liza Gatrell is a technically skilled, highly competent family solicitor and divorce lawyer. Specialising in Family Law since 2008, she is experienced in a wide range of matters, including divorce, disputes relating to children, pre-nuptial agreements and issues that...
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It was nice to deal with someone who actually cares Nothing was too much trouble. Sensitive and friendly Excellent support and knowledge, I'd recommend wholeheartedly
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John Walkington

Pengillys     Weymouth
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.5 score
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76 reviews
John Walkington is a Senior Principal at a highly respected law firm and an accomplished family lawyer with extensive experience advising on matters arising from relationship breakdown. He guides clients through a wide range of issues, both in and out of court, with particular expertise in children cases, including...
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Quick and efficient, very nice to deal with Helpful friendly staff Thoroughly recommend

Laura Martin

Blanchards Bailey     Weymouth
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.0 score
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6 reviews
Partner and Head of Family Law, Laura Martin is recognised by the Legal 500 as a leader in her field for her expertise and knowledge in the niche. With 17 years of experience as a solicitor and 6 years as an Accredited Mediator, she takes instructions on intricate financial...
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Cheryl Cole

Simon Lacey Law     Weymouth
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.8 score
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36 reviews
Practical and compassionate, Cheryl Cole is Head of the Family Law department at a well-respected legal firm. With 25 years of experience in private practice, she provides an expert service and takes instructions in a wide range of matters, including divorce, child arrangements, care proceedings, financial claims and domestic...
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Made me feel so comfortable every step of the way Thank you Cheryl for everything you've done, you are the best Did an amazing job, super efficient from start to finish with excellent service

Carolyn Harmer

Nantes Solicitors     Bridport
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.4 score
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27 reviews
Director at a highly respected law firm, Carolyn Harmer is a Director and highly professional Family Law solicitor with over 26 years of experience. She advises clients on a wide range of matters arising from relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation, and associated financial disputes, often involving pensions, business interests,...
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Their level of professionalism and attention to detail is very high Very professional and caring solicitors and staff Excellent service, very friendly staff

Stacy Williams

Major Family Law     National
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.9 score
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449 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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They handled my case brilliantly Amazing service! Stacy Williams was extremely professional and helpful throughout my case

Deborah Schmieder

Pharaoh Law     Dorchester
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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5.0 score
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53 reviews
With a distinguished reputation for supporting clients through the legal matters following the end of a relationship, Deborah Schmieder brings more than 20 years of experience and is valued for her patience, practical approach and compassion. She advises on both contentious and non-contentious issues, including divorce, separation, financial settlements,...
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Excellent service, very professional helped me every step of the way Very personable, very impressed, will definitely continue to use Pharaoh I couldn't recommend highly enough

Sarah Grant

Sarah Grant Solicitors     Dorchester
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.7 score
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50 reviews
A highly accomplished Family Law expert, Sarah Grant founded her own niche law firm in 2013 and is known for her professional, proportionate, and empathetic approach. She advises on a wide range of matters arising from relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation, and financial and children disputes. Sarah is dedicated...
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Professional & compassionate Can't recommend Sarah highly enough Approachable, extremely professional, friendly

Georgina Bacon

Battens Solicitors     Dorchester
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.6 score
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30 reviews
Georgina Bacon is well-known for her empathetic and professional approach to Family Law and children cases. As a Senior Associate Solicitor, with 17 years of experience, she provides services at a Legal 500 ‘Leading Firm’ in numerous complex cases, including non-accidental injury to a child, neglect, emotional abuse (including...
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Absolutely amazing service, would 10000% recommend Made the whole divorce process smooth and relatively stress free They are professional, compassionate and helpful

Rob Nickless

Jacobs & Reeves     Poole
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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3.4 score
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49 reviews
Rob Nickless has dedicated his entire career to Family Law, bringing over four decades of expertise to his role as Senior Partner. Since qualifying in 1980, he has built a reputation as a trusted advisor in all areas of family law, from divorce and separation to complex financial disputes...
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I had the best experience with Jacob & Reeve I can’t thank you enough

Kimberley Davies

Trethowans     Poole
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.6 score
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76 reviews
Partner Kimberley Davies has 16 years of family law experience, is a trained mediator and qualified to advise in One Couple One Lawyer Divorce cases. Helping clients in all matrimonial matters, she works on various cases, including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, children law matters (including complex contact disputes and...
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Helpful and knowledgeable, everything was dealt with quickly Great communication She was very quick to understand my needs

Amie Calder

Calder Mullis     Yeovil
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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With 16 years of experience working within the legal field, Amie Calder qualified as a solicitor in 2015, practising Family Law ever since. Her caring and considerable persona allows her to offer representation to clients in niches, covering numerous matters, including divorce, separation, financial issues, property, domestic abuse and...
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Simon Brimacombe

Amicus Law     Yeovil
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.6 score
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40 reviews
Known for his compassionate and child-centric service, Simon Brimacombe is a highly effective lawyer and Partner at a modern law firm. He has built a strong reputation in children cases, particularly those involving care proceedings brought by the Local Authority. A member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation...
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Amazing, professional, efficient and people friendly firm Can not recommend highly enough Quick to reply to any queries we had

Ellen Saunders

Porter Dodson     Yeovil
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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3.9 score
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60 reviews
With extensive experience as an advocate and specialist legal advisor, Ellen Saunders is a well-respected family lawyer. Providing help in three main areas of family law, she takes instructions in matrimonial finance, private and public children law cases. She’ll also work on Trusts of Land disputes. During cases, she...
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Genuinely kind and supportive, highly recommend Really good Good sound advice

Richard Perrins

Coles Miller     Poole
Serving Clients in Weymouth

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

    

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4.8 score
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170 reviews
Richard Perrins leads the Family Department as a Partner, bringing a measured and solution-focused mindset to every case he undertakes. He works with individuals and families on a wide range of matters arising from relationship breakdown, including divorce, separation, financial claims, injunctive relief and disputes concerning children. Richard is...
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Outstanding service Cannot recommend highly enough Very professional & very efficient solicitor
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