Family law solicitors
Whether considering divorce or contemplating a prenuptial agreement, it’s an emotional and stressful time. You can trust our family lawyers to help you navigate the complexities.
Our family law solicitors are recognised specialists in high‑net‑worth and complex cases, consistently ranked among the leading family law teams in the country. We are proud of our reputation for delivering clear, pragmatic advice with exceptional client care and real value. With offices in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, London and Horsham, our dedicated team provides effective and tailored advice to clients nationally and internationally.
A bespoke approach
We take a personal, hands‑on approach to family law, offering a bespoke service shaped around each client’s individual needs. We work closely with our colleagues and a trusted circle of professionals – including financial advisers, mediators, and therapeutic specialists – to ensure every client feels fully supported throughout their journey. By bringing together legal expertise, collaboration, and genuine care, we help clients navigate even the most challenging situations with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
What services do we provide?
Our family law solicitors have years of experience helping our clients to resolve cases of varying complexities, including:
- Divorce and separation
- Financial settlements on divorce or separation
- Children and parenting
- Unmarried couples
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Domestic abuse and injunctions
- Trusts and divorce
- Foreign divorces and assets held abroad
- Variation of financial orders and settlements
- Enforcement of court orders
- Alternatives to court
Types of family law services
You can trust our experienced family law solicitors to guide you through the legal process of obtaining a divorce, ensuring all necessary documentation is filed correctly and efficiently. Our team will protect your rights and advocate for a fair distribution of marital assets, considering factors such as contributions, needs, and future financial stability, both in and out-of-court.
We understand the importance of child custody and support in divorce cases. Your children are your top priority and disputes about their care or living arrangements can be distressing. We will advocate for your parental rights and work towards developing custody arrangements that prioritise the best interests of your children.
Recognising the significance of maintaining a strong familial bond post-separation, our team will be on-hand to assist in helping you navigate complex child visitation matters. We’ll work with you to resolve arrangement disputes and achieve regular and meaningful contact between non-custodial parents and their children. We strive to operate in the interests of all parties involved, to ensure visitation arrangements are practical, flexible, and promote positive parent-child relationships.
In cases of domestic abuse, our experienced solicitors are well-versed in the civil remedies available to provide you with the justice and relief you deserve. We will explore legal avenues, and offer support in getting an injunction or a protective order, confidentially in the interest of your and your children’s safety. Our team will advocate for your rights and work towards a resolution that is fair and just, considering the specific circumstances of your case.
Our compassionate team of specialists have years of experience in assisting both victims and alleged perpetrators of domestic abuse in obtaining restraining orders. We will guide you through the legal process, providing support and protection during this challenging time. Our priority is your safety, and we will work diligently to ensure that you have the necessary legal measures in place to protect yourself and your loved ones.
We have years of expertise in drafting prenuptial and postnuptial agreements tailored to meet your specific needs. We will guide you through the process, ensuring that all relevant aspects are considered and included in the agreement. Whether you are entering into a marriage or seeking to protect your assets during the course of your marriage, we will assist in creating a comprehensive and legally sound document that provides protection, clarifies financial rights and responsibilities, and promotes peace of mind for both parties.
In the event that a dispute arises regarding the enforcement of a prenuptial agreement, our expertly-qualified solicitors will be here to provide you with legal advice and assistance. We will assess the validity and enforceability of the agreement, meticulously examine its terms and conditions, and help you navigate the legal process. Our dedicated team will work to protect your rights and ensure that the prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is upheld, allowing you to move forward with confidence and clarity.
We can provide mediation services to resolve your family disputes. Mediation is actively encouraged by the courts and is a voluntary, non-confrontational process, which offers a safe and confidential environment for couples to talk openly, clarify any issues in dispute and explore their options following separation.
Key contacts
Our family law experience
Acting for a high net worth individual with multiple companies involving complex business assets and properties in the UK and US. The case is being dealt with by way of collaborative practice.
Instructed by an unmarried cohabitee to advise on potential claims for financial provision for children under Schedule 1 of the Children’s Act 1989.
Representing a party in a heavily contested and complex Children Act proceedings requiring a challenge of expert evidence and reports.
Acting for a party in respect of complex financial remedy proceedings after a long marriage where there were high value personal and company assets requiring expert valuation; and where two interveners (an individual and a company) were required to be joined.
Acting for an intervener to financial remedy proceedings on a novel point of law regarding their rights of pre-emption.
Our client successes
The case that gave minority beneficiaries a voice: Savage v Savage
Court of Appeal confirms minority beneficiaries’ interests matter under TOLATA. A family business safeguarded through expert legal strategy led by Cripps and brilliant advocacy from Radcliffe Chambers.
A mediation success story
How mediation can help you resolve your family finances and arrangements for your children
Wealth planning on marriage
How a nuptial agreement can help protect family company assets in the event of divorce.
Keeping divorce negotiations out of court
Achieving a fair outcome for a family following divorce and setting them up for the future
Enforcing a pre-nuptial agreement
Acted for a husband who entered into a pre-nuptial agreement which his wife now sought to challenge
How we made a difference
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