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28 Best Divorce Lawyers & Family Solicitors in London

28 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Ayesha Vardag

Vardags     Central London    

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4.8 score
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246 reviews
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One of the country’s most widely known and highly respected divorce and family lawyers, Ayesha Vardag has a formidable record in family and matrimonial law. She has won numerous ground breaking cases that have shaped family law, most notable of which was a landmark Supreme Court case that led...
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We had such a wonderful team protecting us I could write an essay on these amazing people Simply the best. They helped me through a very challenging divorce
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Graeme Fraser

BBS Law     Finchley, London    

4.7 score
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72 reviews
Described as an exceptional family solicitor whose values are steeped in “fairness, equality, and best practice in family law”, Graeme is a highly accomplished specialist family lawyer serving the London area. Practising exclusively in family law for the entirety of his career, spanning over 26 years, he is instructed...
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His knowledge and application of the law is extensiv I do not have enough words to express my gratitude to Graeme Fraser Graeme knows his stuff, thank you for recommending him
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Naheed Taj

Lawrence Stephens     London    

4.9 score
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65 reviews
A highly acclaimed family law specialist with a successful track record in dealing with complex and challenging family law cases, Naheed brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to her role as Director and Head of Family Practice at this forward-thinking law firm. She is known for her work...
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She worked tirelessly, pragmatically and prudently So passionate about her work in family law She’s caring listens and is always highly professional
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Mark Heptinstall

Slater Heelis     London    

4.9 score
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1335 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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Amazing support and advice throughout one of the most difficult times in my life Professional in handling my case with a terrific result I would highly recommend Mark Heptinstall

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Phoebe Turner

Stowe Family Law     Westminster, London    

4.5 score
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1541 reviews
An exceptionally talented family solicitor and Managing Partner at this specialist family law firm, Phoebe offers her clients a wealth of experience, shrewd negotiation skills, and practical legal advice in a supportive and compassionate manner. With meticulous attention to detail and a formidable reputation for being able to handle...
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Very professional, hard working and thorough Work effortlessly to reach the goals Will definitely recommend

Neil McNab

Level Law     London    

Recognised as a discrete, professional and calm presence, Neil is committed to building trusting relationships with his clients and securing the best outcomes in their family and matrimonial cases. A Partner at this forward-thinking law firm serving the London area, he is experienced in a wide range of matters...
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Bernadette Hoy

Collins & Hoy     London    

4.4 score
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44 reviews
Widely lauded as one of the area’s leading family and divorce solicitors, Bernadette is an exceptional tactician and negotiator who is held in high esteem by clients, colleagues, and an extensive network of legal experts. Boasting a 25 year career in family practice, she provides high quality client care...
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Grainne Fahy

Keystone Law     London    

With a winning combination of family law expertise and high-quality client care, Grainne advises on all aspects of family law and provides practical, timely advice to both married and unmarried medium-to-high-net-worth individuals experiencing a relationship breakdown. A Partner and first-class advocate at this award-winning, full-service law firm with a...
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Simon McKirgan

Vardags     Central London    

4.8 score
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246 reviews
Renowned for his razor sharp intellect, forensic approach to financial disputes, and his exhaustive knowledge of the law, Senior Partner Simon is one of the most highly regarded divorce solicitors and international family lawyers in the UK. He has a formidable record in successfully concluding cases that involve the...
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Highly recommend them over and above any other law firm I would be extremely happy to recommend them They were extremely knowledgeable and creative

Lisa Pepper

Osbornes Law     Camden, London    

4.4 score
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253 reviews
An exceptional family law specialist, Lisa is listed in the 'top tier' of the 2023 edition of Chambers UK for family and matrimonial matters and is recognised as a 2023 ‘Leading Individual’ in The Legal 500 directory, which describes her as being “outstanding, highly approachable and effective”. As Partner...
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I would definitely recommend Their advice was measured and approach caring Their professionalism and the human approach of the staff was incredible

Richard Buxton

Mortlake Law     Richmond, London    

4.9 score
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24 reviews
With over 40 years’ experience and knowledge in the field of family law, Richard is one of the most respected family experts in the London area. Passionate about providing an exceptional level of service to individuals navigating the family law system, he founded his own law firm in 2012,...
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Have every faith in Richard's abilities Would highly recommend I am very glad I had the good luck and privilege to work with Richard

Philip Morton

DMH Stallard     London    

4.7 score
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182 reviews
Exceptionally sharp and knowledgeable, Philip is a proven family solicitor and divorce lawyer with an enviable track record in a range of family law cases. Partner at the firm and Group Head of the Dispute Resolution Family team at this reputable full-service firm, Philip provides high quality advice and...
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Absolutely amazing in coming to my legal aid Explained everything in easy to understand language and helped me relax Took away all the stress from an otherwise very difficult divorce

Ewa Fisher

FisherWright     Ealing, West London    

4.6 score
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105 reviews
With extensive experience in a range of matrimonial and family related matters, Ewa has secured her place as one of the area’s most respected family lawyers and divorce solicitors. Acting on behalf of clients from all sectors, she advises on divorce, matrimonial finance and children issues. Her work often...
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This firm cares for you no matter what They are the best in London Ewa helped me so much and was always there for me

Clive Lawrance

CSL Law     South London    

4.7 score
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41 reviews
Head of this specialist family law firm and hailed as an expert in his field, Clive has been practising as a family solicitor since 1997. Demonstrating a calm and compassionate approach to his cases, he excels in all areas of divorce with particular emphasis on the resolution of financial...
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Provided professional, timely and helpful information Would highly recommend CSL Law So grateful for their help

Parminder Kaur Mattoo

MTG Solicitors     Hayes    

4.3 score
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165 reviews
Instrumental in the growth of the firm’s Family Law Department and now one of the Partners, Parminder is passionate about securing positive outcomes for families as they navigate their way through their issues arising from a relationship breakdown. Described as dynamic with an amenable nature, she offers assistance on...
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Excellent service from start to finish Efficient and caring at all times Effective, efficient and successful group of solicitors

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David Allison

Family Law in Partnership     Holborn, London    

4.3 score
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34 reviews
Combining compassion, exceptional legal knowledge and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients, David is recognised as one of the most highly regarded family law specialists in the area. Representing a wide range of individuals including business owners, entrepreneurs, bankers, and lawyers, he brings a...
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Absolutely brilliant Works hard to achieve your goals Extremely knowledgeable, succinct

Anna Patel

Skylark Hill     Harrow    

4.9 score
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134 reviews
Anna is the Founder and Managing Partner of this reputable law firm which prides itself on offering an impeccable service to its clients. With over 20 years’ experience in family law and litigation, she offers clear, honest advice on a broad spectrum of matters including divorce, separation, complex financial...
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Helped me by answering my numerous questions and conducting work on my behalf An excellent service all round, I would highly recommend Efficient, professional & they made the whole process as stress free as possible
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Patricia Aletta

Aletta Shaw     Blackheath, South East London    

4.6 score
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24 reviews
Founder and Managing Director of this highly regarded law firm established in 2000, Patricia is recognised as one of the most esteemed divorce and family solicitors in the London area. Assisting clients with a wide spectrum of family law matters, she specialises in divorce, complex financial cases, disputes between...
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Responsive, professional and incredibly helpful Highly recommend Extremely professional

Simon Cooper

Simons Rodkin     Finchley, London    

4.5 score
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55 reviews
Qualifying as a solicitor in 1984, Simon brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to his family work and is a highly regarded expert in his field. With decades' of experience, he accepts instructions in all areas of family law, including divorce, separation, financial issues arising from the breakdown...
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Undertaken professionally Great efficient service Would recommend
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Saika Alam

Branch Austin McCormick     St. James's, London    

4.9 score
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100 reviews
Described as warm, empathetic and practical, Saika is a family law specialist and Head of the Family Law department. With over 25 years' experience in representing spouses, cohabitees, parents and grandparents, Saika is able to get to the core of every family case, providing highly effective advice and support on...
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Highly recommend her Always available, helpful, professional and methodical Approachable Solicitor who gets things done

Chris Wall

Paul Robinson Solicitors     Stratford, East London    

4.6 score
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103 reviews
Passionate about family law with a straightforward, honest approach, Chris is a Partner and Head of the Family Law department, with over 18 years’ experience. He has represented a broad range of clients navigating the breakdown of a relationship on issues such as divorce, separation, financial disputes and cases...
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Brilliant service, friendly and easy to contact team Quick to take action, very helpful Excellent service, really knowledgeable professionals

Claire Gordon

Farrer & Co     Holborn, London    

4.1 score
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41 reviews
Noted in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 and Chambers UK, Claire is an extremely talented family law specialist who is described as "utterly charming and universally liked in the profession" and who "has a core of steel and combines a humane yet ruthlessly tactical approach". Boasting a...
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Excellent personnel and advice A pleasure to deal with Outstanding law firm

Claire Tennant

Emin Read Solicitors     Twickenham, West London    

4.9 score
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229 reviews
Bringing an empathetic, yet realistic approach to her cases, Claire is a well-respected divorce solicitor, family lawyer and joint Head of the Family Law department, and can tackle issues of divorce and dissolution of civil partnerships, pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements, financial settlements and disputes regarding children. A member of...
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Very friendly, happy and helpful staff Incredible service, highly recommended Went above and beyond, would definitely recommend them
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Jacqueline Major

Hodge Jones & Allen     Camden    

4.4 score
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718 reviews
Noted as a 'Recommended Lawyer' in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500, Jacqueline is described as having "a great eye for detail and a great 'bedside manner' with clients" and is one of the firm's Partners and Head of the Family Law team. With a successful track record...
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Swift response to my enquiry, very polite, attentive & absolutely professional Helpful, knowledgeable and took the time to listen and to advise me Excellent experience with Hodge Jones and Allen, would always use them

David Hodson

International Family Law Group     Holborn, London    

4.2 score
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13 reviews
David is one of the most highly regarded family law and dispute resolution specialists in the country who is renowned for his expertise and knowledge on complex and international family issues. A co-founder and Partner of this reputable family law firm, he has wide expertise in all aspects of...
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They're brilliant, incredibly professional Superb Family Law firm Truly cared

Rakhi Singal

RVS Solicitors     Westminster    

4.9 score
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108 reviews
Passionate about family law and a well respected professional in her field, Rakhi is experienced in a wide spectrum of family matters, offering high quality legal representation with an excellent standard of service and care. Founder and Director of this reputable law firm, she is renowned for her expertise...
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Rakhi is a great lawyer, very friendly and makes you feel safe Sympathetic and rationale approach Nothing short of extraordinary

Tiina Juhanson

F. Barnes Solicitors     Romford, London    

4.7 score
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103 reviews
With an exceptional reputation in the field of family law, Tiina is Managing Director and Head of the Family and Litigation Departments. Boasting a successful track record at this widely regarded law firm, she is well known and respected in the London area for bringing a calming and reassuring...
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Made me feel completely comfortable Took away all the stress and made things easy for me Have no hesitation in recommending

Debbie Chism

Stewarts     Holborn, London    

Debbie is a nationally recognised family law expert and one of London's leading family law specialists with over 20 years’ experience and knowledge, especially in high-net-worth cases. Her practice encompasses all aspects of family law with a particular skill in complex financial matters involving asset valuation, business interests, trusts...
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Alicia Cenizo

Streathers Solicitors     London    

4.9 score
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181 reviews
Providing professional, consistent and well executed advice and service, Alicia is a highly regarded family lawyer and divorce solicitor. Partner and Head of the Family Department, her expertise covers all areas of family law including divorce, financial aspects of relationship breakdown including negotiations, clean break consent orders and contentious...
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Recommended them to a number of people who have been equally happy Always found them to be extremely helpful and professional Very professional & thorough service achieving the desired result

Jo Shortland

Oliver Fisher Solicitors     Notting Hill, London    

4.3 score
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181 reviews
With exceptional legal knowledge, shrewd negotiation skills and a strategic approach to her cases, Jo is a highly accomplished divorce solicitor and family law specialist who has been representing clients for over 25 years. Partner and Head of the Family Department, her work encompasses all areas of family law...
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Would not hesitate to recommend Jo She took the time to understand my case Professional firm of solicitors that take good care of their clients

David Thompson

JMW Solicitors     Bank, London    

4.7 score
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258 reviews
Providing sympathetic, constructive and professional family law advice for over 20 years, David is one of the most respected and experienced family lawyers and divorce solicitors in the area. Focused on applying his knowledge and experience to enable his clients to achieve the best possible results, he specialises in...
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Well recommended Good communication Really helpful and mindful of the challenges presented

Aysen Soyer

Wilson Solicitors     Waltham Forest    

4.9 score
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708 reviews
Described by The Legal 500 as "excellent at providing a seamless service with robust advice and guidance but with sensitivity and dedication", Aysen is Partner and Head of the Family Law Department. Boasting a career of over 25 years, she undertakes all family and childcare law work with her...
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I give them five stars Would fully recommend to friends and family Strongly recommend

Philip McGuirk

Payne Hicks Beach     Holborn, London    

4.3 score
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24 reviews
A powerhouse in the field of family law, Philip is held in high regard for his expertise and knowledge gained from a hugely successful career spanning over 30 years. One of the firm's Partners, he is considered an expert in complex high value financial remedy cases, often with an...
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Clare Kirby

Peacock & Co Solicitors     Wimbledon, London    

4.8 score
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122 reviews
A highly qualified and compassionate family specialist, Clare has secured a reputation for offering practical, pragmatic and cost effective solutions for her clients. For over 30 years, she has advised on the full range of issues involving married and unmarried couples from separation, divorce, and complex financial issues to...
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Friendly and professional service Always able to answer any questions or concerns Very professional and efficient

Natalie Friday

London Family Solicitor     City of London    

4.7 score
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28 reviews
Highly regarded for her exceptional level of knowledge and practical application of the law, Natalie is a well respected family solicitor and Director at this specialist family law firm. Her caseload involves a broad range of matters with particular expertise in private law children and wardship proceedings in the...
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Natalie is very personable and supportive Supported me through my long emotional battle Made me feel I was their most important client
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Lisa Jones

Jones Nickolds     Beckenham    

4.0 score
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26 reviews
Ranked in the 2023 edition of Chambers UK and described as an excellent family lawyer who “is at the top of her game and doesn't shy away from giving tough advice, but delivers it with empathy and sensitivity”, Lisa has vast experience in all aspects of divorce and family...
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They provided me with so much support and excellent advice They showed me immense kindness and such immeasurable professionalism Very helpful, professional and responsive to any questions and legal needs I had

Donna Goodsell

Goodsells Family Law     London    

4.2 score
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15 reviews
Founder of this niche divorce and family law practice, Donna is a highly regarded family law expert with over 20 years’ experience. Highly recommended by her clients, she offers advice on all aspects of family law including divorce, civil partnership dissolution, separation, cohabitee disputes, financial settlements, domestic abuse injunctions,...
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I can highly recommend Very professional and competent This solicitor came highly recommended and did not disappoint

Bennard Owusu

BWF Solicitors     South Tottenham    

4.9 score
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500 reviews
Bennard is a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme and deals with all aspects of family law. His cases have seen him work on matters relating to divorce, judicial separation, civil partnership disputes, financial and property disputes – and those between cohabiting partners. As well as...
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Made the impossible to become possible to my family - can't thank you all enoug BWF Solicitors are highly effective and client-friendly Excellent service, highly recommended

Demelza Patricio

TWM Solicitors     Wimbledon, London    

4.7 score
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17 reviews
With a calm, reassuring approach coupled with her meticulous attention to case detail and extensive family law knowledge, Demelza is a family solicitor in high demand. She represents married couples, cohabiting couples and parents in a range of family and matrimonial matters including divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, separation,...
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Danny Lyness

Wainwright & Cummins     Lambeth    

4.3 score
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51 reviews
With an excellent track record in public law children cases, Danny is a Senior Partner and Head of the Family Department at this reputable law firm. A member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, he represents children, parents and grandparents in all courts, including the Supreme Court,...
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Excellent advice received Helpful friendly and caring attitude Would recommend

Frances Hughes

Hughes Fowler Carruthers     Holborn, London    

Consistently recognised by The Legal 500, Chambers & Partners and the Spear’s Family Law Index for exceptional knowledge and expertise in the field of family law, Frances is described as a 'Star Individual' who is "tactically brilliant" and "fearless, tenacious and not afraid to take on cases which, at...
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Ishratara Islam

Farani Taylor     Ilford    

4.9 score
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559 reviews
Valued for her understanding approach and ability to build trusted relationships with her clients, Ishratara is a dedicated and practical family law and divorce solicitor. Specialising in all areas of family law, she regularly represents clients in divorce, financial disputes, domestic abuse, Children Act applications, and public law proceedings...
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Very pleased with the services 5 stars Handled my case very professionally and were very helpful throughout

Sharon Bennett

Bross Bennett     North London    

4.8 score
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41 reviews
Founding Partner of this specialist family law firm established in 1998, Sharon is well known in the field of family law with over 35 years of expertise and knowledge. Well versed in a broad range of matters, she is particularly skilled in handling complex financial cases requiring forensic work,...
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Their values run through the entire team Impressed by the efficiency and knowledge of Sharon Bennett They were open and honest from the start