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Each member of our family law team specialise in a specific areas of practice, including financial settlements in divorce, pensions, business assets, farms, protective injunctions, pre-nup and post-nup agreements, and the law relating to children. They are committed to helping you find cost-effective solutions and achieving the best possible outcome for you and your family.

How we can help you

Our specialist family law and childcare solicitors offer a full range of legal services covering all aspects of relationship breakdown, including: 

We operate a FREE Family Law Helpline on 0333 888 0404, which you can call for initial legal guidance on any of these issues.

Why choose us?

We are one of the region’s most experienced and respected firms of family law and childcare solicitors. As members of Resolution our lawyers follow the Resolution Code of Conduct, adopting a non-confrontational, solution-focused approach. Our aim is to resolve disputes through the use of mediation, collaboration and arbitration, avoiding the stress and the costs of formal court proceedings. Our family team is also listed in the Legal 500, the clients’ guide to the best law firms in the UK.

Our team is led by Jen Law, a highly experienced family law solicitor with over 17 years’ experience. Jen is ranked in Chambers and Partners Guide, and covers all areas of family law practice, particularly high-value complex financial disputes: including farming and intervenor cases, and matters where parties have businesses and property portfolios.

Dominika Windak is a skilful and accomplished practitioner who deals with all aspects of child contact and children applications to the court, as well as financial disputes, including prenup agreements and cases involving businesses.

Megan Huntington is a family law solicitor who has trained and qualified through the firm. Her expertise focuses on financial disputes, including preparation of detailed and intricate financial documents for disclosure and settlement negotiations, alongside contested court proceedings and cases involving high-value pensions.

Harriet Day is an accomplished solicitor with over 7 years’ experience in legal practice. She deals with a broad spectrum of cases with a particular interest and proficiency in financial disputes, prenup agreements, cohabitation agreements, and separation agreements.

Funding your legal fees

We have a range of funding options available to suit your pocket, including fixed fees. Our fixed fee divorce service, for instance, starts at just £325 plus VAT and disbursements.

Our lawyers can also work to an agreed budget and will be happy to provide you with an estimate of what it is likely to cost you at the outset. The tailored hourly rate service is usually the best way to ensure that you have the peace of mind of knowing you are fully supported through one of life’s more traumatic events.

We also work with litigation funders, Level, where legal fees can be met from a loan without you needing to find costs upfront. Megan deals with applications for that type of funding and can discuss with you the options available.

In addition, we offer ‘Family Law on Demand‘ which allows you to use our services on a limited basis for one-off tasks. You therefore only pay for the time we spend working for you, as and when you ask us to, rather than paying us to deal with all aspects of your case from start to finish.

Free Consultations

For free initial guidance on any aspect of family or childcare law, call our free legal helpline on 0333 888 0404 or send brief details to us by email, and we will be happy to set up a free consultation with one of our specialist family lawyers.

Areas of Specialism:

Divorce and Judicial Separation

If you are married and are looking to get a divorce or a formal Judicial Separation then our experienced team are here to help.

Unmarried Couples and Legal Separation

If you are in an unmarried relationship that needs to be brought to an end then we are able to advise you on your legal options so that you can decide what will be right for you.

Financial and Property Settlements

When a relationship comes to an end there are often complex financial and property issues that need to be resolved. It is important to ensure that you get a fair deal and don’t miss out. Speak to our specialist solicitors about how they can help you get the best result.

Childcare, Child Abduction and Grandparent’s Rights

Our childcare team are experienced in dealing with all aspects of childcare law, including abduction and the legal rights of grandparents.

Domestic Abuse

If you require specialist legal advice on any aspect of domestic abuse law then we are here to help.

Cohabitation Agreements, Pre-marital & Pre-nuptial Agreements

We are experienced in preparing matrimonial and cohabitation agreements that can offer you protection in the event of a relationship breakdown.

Military personnel

Family law solicitor Lucy Woodward, who is a forces spouse herself, has a particular interest in helping military personnel and their families.

Change of Name Deeds

If you wish to legally change your name then speak to our team about having a change of name deed prepared.

FAQs:

How much am I entitled to if we get divorced?

I stayed home to raise our kids. What am I entitled to if I divorce?

What is a 'Clean Break' order and do I need one when divorcing?

Can I get a financial settlement without going to court?

Will my partner get half of any inheritance I receive?

Will my partner get half of the house I owned before marriage?

Do I have to share my pension in a divorce?

Can I keep the house for the kids?

Does cheating affect how much money I get?

I want a divorce, but my partner says they won’t give me one. Am I stuck?

What can I do if my ex is hiding money or assets?

How long does a financial settlement take in 2026?

Who gets custody of the children in the UK?

Is 50/50 shared care the law now?

At what age can a child choose where to live when their parents separate??

Can I stop my ex from seeing the children if they don’t pay maintenance?

What will the court do if there is domestic abuse or controlling behaviour?

Can I move abroad (or to a different city) with my child?

What is 'Parental Responsibility' and do I have it?

Do I have to go to mediation for child access?

Can my ex take my child on holiday abroad without my permission?

What happens if my ex breaks the court order for contact?

Work with our team:

Paul Jordan

Paul Jordan

Non-practising Consultant

Paul is a Non-practising consultant who specialised in matrimonial law throughout his long career with Slee Blackwell.

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