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The 17 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Bedford & Nearby

17 Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers Near You

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Joanne Major

Major Family Law     National
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.9 score
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447 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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So impressed with Joanne she made the information I required clear Excellent and prompt communication, thank the firm for the good service provided Her approach was very professional whilst at the same time being understanding
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Charlotte Beck

Slater Heelis     Bedfordshire
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.7 score
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1718 reviews
Offering exceptional legal knowledge, client care, and a unique drive to achieve success for her clients, Charlotte Beck is a highly sought-after family law solicitor. A Director at this widely acclaimed law firm, she has an excellent track record in a broad spectrum of family and matrimonial cases involving...
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We were very pleased with the excellent service Brilliant solicitors. Extremely helpful and professional. Professional in handling my case with a terrific result
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Katie Herrod

Tollers     Kempston
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.0 score
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16 reviews
Katie Herrod has 28 years of legal experience and specialises in helping those who have come to the end of a relationship with their legal obligations. Known for her clear, constructive and practical advice, she represents clients in numerous Family Law matters, including divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, TOLATA...
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Claire Trundley

HCB Solicitors     Bedford
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bedford area.

    

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4.5 score
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137 reviews
Senior Solicitor Claire Trundley has more than 25 years of experience supporting clients through the challenges of divorce and other family issues. As Head of Family Law, she advises on a wide range of matters, including separation, financial disputes, private children cases and injunction proceedings. Claire is known for...
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She had very good knowledge and understanding of domestic violence A very positive and professional service was provided Excellent service and communication, I would highly recommend

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John Leadbeater

Woodfines Solicitors     Bedford
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.1 score
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69 reviews
With more than 30 years of Family Law experience, John Leadbeater is a highly respected solicitor known for his knowledge, responsiveness and positive approach to client care. He advises on a wide range of family matters, including divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements disputes and care proceedings. As a longstanding...
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Very helpful excellent service Very clear communications and efficient, helped things go as quickly as possible Professional, supportive and efficient - highly recommended

Sam Carter

Major Family Law     National
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.9 score
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447 reviews
Sam Carter is a highly esteemed Family Law specialist who is known for his outcome and client focused approach and has earned recognition for his expertise in matrimonial law as a ‘Leading Associate’ in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500. Legal Director at this Legal 500 ‘Top Tier’...
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Sam in particular, went way above and beyond I would not have received the outcome I did without his help Reassured me hugely during difficult moments of the process
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Pauline Purcell

Purcell Solicitors     Milton Keynes
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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3.9 score
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13 reviews
Pauline Purcell is the Founder and Managing Director of a well-respected specialist Family Law firm, having dedicated more than 30 years of her career exclusively to the niche. Since establishing her practice over two decades ago, she has built a strong reputation for advising clients on a wide range...
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Clearly understood my needs, I would strongly recommend Cannot thank her & her team enough for the care & excellent service provided She was excellent, sound practical advice, would highly recommend

Hayley Geen

Family Law Group     Bedford
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.9 score
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49 reviews
With 10 years of experience, Hayley Geen is a dedicated Family Law solicitor who is known for building strong relationships with her clients through her approachable and supportive manner. She advises and represents individuals in a range of family law matters, with particular expertise in children disputes, child abduction...
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Supported me through an extremely intense, stressful and challenging process Honestly cannot express how grateful I am for her being in my corner They will work tirelessly to help you reach the best possible outcome

Lisa Smith

Heritage Park Family Law     Bedford
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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5.0 score
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90 reviews
Lisa Smith is the Founder of a specialist Family Law firm, drawing on her dual experience as both a barrister and solicitor to support clients through the breakdown of relationships. She is committed to providing a respectful, client-focused service and aims to resolve matters in a constructive and conciliatory...
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The whole process was swift and smooth, would highly recommend working with her Focused on getting something that felt fair, practical, and future-proof Would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone seeking legal advice
Verified: Leading Lawyer Award since 8th Jul 2024

Penny Uro

Hunter and Uro     Sharnbrook
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.9 score
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32 reviews
Over 15 years of experience underpin Penny Uro’s Family Law practice, having qualified as a solicitor in 2009. She is a well-respected adviser, known for her ability to quickly understand a client’s individual circumstances and provide clear, practical guidance from the outset. Penny advises on a wide range of...
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Everything was completed quickly and efficiently Excellence service from day one, I would recommend to everyone They took care of everything with minimum stress and inconvenience

Philip Elliott

Sharmans     Ampthill
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.2 score
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13 reviews
A committed Family Law solicitor with 30 years of experience, Philip Elliott is known for his proficiency in guiding clients through the complexities of relationship breakdown with clarity and reassurance. As Partner and Head of the Family Law department, he has handled the full spectrum of family law cases...
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Sarah Parker

Wilkinson & Butler     St Neots
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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3.8 score
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18 reviews
With 12 years of experience in Family Law, Sarah Parker has built a strong reputation for helping clients navigate the legal and emotional challenges that can arise following a relationship breakdown. She advises on a broad range of family matters, including divorce, separation, financial settlements, child arrangements, cohabitation disputes,...
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Helpful staff Highly recommended Very efficient
Verified: Leading Lawyer Award since 6th Nov 2025

Michelle Davidson-Smith

Davidson-Smith & Co     Bedford
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.5 score
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23 reviews
A skilled Family Law practitioner, Michelle Davidson-Smith is the Founder and Principal of a niche matrimonial law practice with more than 30 years of experience supporting clients through relationship breakdown and family disputes. She advises on a broad range of matters, including divorce, financial settlements, high-net-worth cases, domestic abuse...
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They have gone out of their way to support and guide our family Very helpful through a difficult process I cannot thank Michelle and her team enough for the support they have given me

Katharine Scoot

HRJ Foreman Laws     Hitchin
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.6 score
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115 reviews
Partner, Katharine Scoot is a highly regarded Family Law specialist, known for her calm, proactive approach and her compassion and dedication when supporting individuals and families through the pressures of relationship breakdown. She advises on a wide range of matters including divorce and the dissolution of civil partnerships, matrimonial...
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I have had very good service at a very difficult time for me Quick responses and great service I was kept up to date and well informed throughout

Neil Donald

Ross Williams Solicitors     Hitchin
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.8 score
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134 reviews
With nearly 40 years of experience, Neil Donald offers advice and support to clients going through a relationship breakdown as head of a firm’s Family Department. He deals with all aspects of family law, including divorce, children matters (residence, contact, parental responsibility and care disputes) and financial issues as...
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Always a very professional and friendly service by Neil Donald Kept up to date with everything, always available to answer any questions The team at Ross Williams are incredible and I would recommend them to anyone

Paul Davies

Hamilton Davies     Stevenage
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.4 score
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70 reviews
Paul Davies has 40 years of Family Law experience and is a Director and Partner at a highly respected law firm. Since qualifying as a solicitor in 1986, he has dedicated his career to Family Law, earning an excellent reputation among both clients and fellow professionals for his knowledge,...
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Ideal for anyone needing sensible legal guidance without the fuss Explained every step clearly, kept me informed Paul is very knowledgeable and explained everything clearly

Julia Wright

David Barney & Company     Stevenage
Serving Clients in Bedford

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

    

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4.8 score
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194 reviews
A Partner and specialist in child care law, Julia Wright began her legal career as a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives before qualifying as a solicitor in 2007. Since joining The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme in 2009, she has developed extensive experience representing parents, children...
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Helpful at every turn, really easy to contact and quick to reply Rapid turn around and communication was spot on Very good solicitors
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