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The 14 Best Divorce Lawyers & Family Solicitors in Ipswich

14 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Samantha Markham

Ellisons     Ipswich    

4.4 score
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133 reviews
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Starting her career as a Legal Secretary in 2005, Samantha Markham has been a qualified Legal Executive for over 12 years and represents clients from all walks of life. She expertly handles a varied caseload, specialising in divorce and civil partnership dissolution, separation, children matters, and the drafting of...
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Simple and brilliant for everything Very helpful and friendly Everyone is very professional and welcoming
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Emma Newman

Stowe Family Law     Ipswich    

4.4 score
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2174 reviews
As a Managing Partner at a nationally recognised Family Law firm, Emma Newman has dedicated her 25-year career to the niche. She is among the most sought-after divorce solicitors, with an excellent track record in all family and matrimonial law. She takes instructions from married couples, parents, those in...
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It was nice to deal with someone who actually cares A pleasure to deal with at a tricky time Great practice in my eyes helped me through a horrible time
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Katie Beaven

Birketts     Ipswich    

4.4 score
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67 reviews
Katie Beaven is a highly regarded divorce solicitor, featuring in the The Legal 500 (2026) as a ‘Leading Partner’. Known for her fantastic client service and strategy development, she provides a well-rounded advice and representation in all Family Law matters, including divorce, financial remedies, separation advice/deeds, dissolution of civil...
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We could not have got here without their advice Knowledgeable and friendly people Professional law firm

Denise Head

Bates Wells & Braithwaite     Ipswich    

4.1 score
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47 reviews
With 30 years of experience, Managing Partner Denise Head advises clients through the complex legal and emotional challenges associated with relationship breakdown. Her practice covers divorce, separation, financial provision, business and inherited assets, cohabitation, civil partnerships, nuptial agreements and living together arrangements. Trained in collaborative law and a member...
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Experienced, impartial, knowledgeable and highly professional Absolutely incredible service Solicitors are courteous

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David Wilson

David Wilson Solicitors     Ipswich    

With 27 years of experience, David Wilson is the Founder of a niche Family Law firm and a highly regarded specialist in relationship breakdown matters. He advises on a full spectrum of issues, including divorce, separation, and financial disputes, providing clear and practical guidance to clients. David is particularly...
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Elaine Webb

Kerseys     Ipswich    

4.7 score
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518 reviews
With a career that spans 30 years, Elaine Webb has a strong reputation for offering calm and sensible advice to clients. As a Partner at a highly respected firm, she offers representation utilising her wealth of knowledge and experience in several matrimonial disputes, including divorce, separation and cases relating...
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Offers a friendly, calm & professional service, I would highly recommend them I was very impressed with the service I received, would highly recommend Very professional service, all queries dealt with promptly

Francesca Easter

Ellisons     Ipswich    

4.4 score
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133 reviews
Partner at a well-respected law firm, Francesca Easter takes instructions in various Family Law matters. Her expertise and experience are highly respected, especially in complex children act cases, high-net-worth financial remedy matters, family and rural affairs and nuptial agreements; some of her cases include an international element. For 15...
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Fantastic firm of solicitors Everyone is very professional and welcoming Lovely caring and friendly service

Tina Inniss

Ashtons Legal     Ipswich    

3.9 score
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135 reviews
Legal Executive Tina Inniss has worked at the same firm since 1990 and became a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives in 2000. Her vast experience in Family Law provides her with the expertise and knowledge to take instructions in various matters, including divorce, separation, financial disputes, domestic...
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Kept informed every step of the way Very professional team, you can trust they will provide the best advice Very helpful and efficient, good communication

Clare Barlow

Christchurch Solicitors     Ipswich    

5.0 score
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33 reviews
Founding member Clare Barlow is a senior Family Law solicitor with a particular focus on private family matters, including complex cases concerning children and matrimonial finances. Her legal expertise is complemented by a background in senior NHS leadership, including board-level experience, giving her a calm and strategic perspective when...
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A very professional and helpful firm With advice and support and the facts clearly explained Great solicitors, very caring and compassionate

Demelza Butler

Prettys Solicitors     Ipswich    

3.7 score
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23 reviews
Highly acclaimed Family Law solicitor Demelza Butler has always specialised in matrimonial law. Recognised as a ‘Leading Partner’ in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500, she is known for combining exceptional professionalism with genuine empathy and support for her clients during difficult and emotional situations. Demelza advises on...
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Extremely professional and helpful Great Solicitors Amazing communication

Timothy Owers

Jackamans     Ipswich    

3.6 score
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62 reviews
Partner Timothy Owers has 35 years of Family Law knowledge, expertise, and experience helping clients navigate the legal complexities that can arise following the breakdown of a relationship. Head of the Family Law Department and a Partner since 1995, he advises on a broad range of family and matrimonial...
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Helpful staff, all good, had some good advice Great service, always good with time keeping & updating you on progress promptly

Jennifer Denham

Oslers Solicitors     Ipswich    

3.5 score
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13 reviews
A clear strategist with more than 20 years of experience in Family Law, Jennifer Denham is known for delivering practical, well-considered advice to clients navigating relationship breakdown. She advises on a broad range of matters, including divorce, separation, financial settlements, and children arrangements, providing clear guidance tailored to each...
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Stella Robbins

Gudgeons Prentice     Stowmarket    

4.5 score
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21 reviews
With over 35 years of experience, Stella Robbins is a highly respected family solicitor known for her client-focused approach and extensive expertise. She advises on a wide range of family matters, including divorce, separation, financial disputes, child arrangements, and pre-nuptial agreements. A committed member of Resolution, Stella seeks to...
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Very helpful and friendly practice, dealt with my query promptly Have always received a good, courteous and timely service Not only super professional and efficient, but really nice people too

Sue Wardropper

Barker Gotelee     Martlesham Heath    

4.7 score
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59 reviews
Known for her empathy and praised by clients for her “quick and fast involvement and every support”, Sue Wardropper is a Senior Associate Solicitor and Head of the Family Department at a respected law firm. With 30 years of experience and expertise, she takes instructions in numerous disputes, including...
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Made it all very easy and straightforward Professional, sympathetic and provided sound advice on the way forward I am confident in the service they have provided