Family Law Department

Our Family Law team is widely recognised as one of the most experienced and highly regarded in East Kent, with The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners directories listing us as a leading firm in this field.

The department comprises two dedicated teams:

Our Matrimonial Team, which focuses on matters relating to divorce, separation and relationship breakdown; and
Our Children Law Team, which specialises in Public Law Children matters.

Both teams also provide expert advice on Private Law Children issues and injunctions.

You can contact our Family Department in Margate on 01843 234000. We also have experienced specialists based in Canterbury.

Our team can support you with a wide range of family law matters, including:

Matrimonial / Relationship Advice

Relationship breakdown - our focus is on finding practical, forward-looking solutions that minimise conflict and support long-term stability - particularly where children or finances are involved. We always aim to help resolve matters constructively and respectfully, helping clients move forward with clarity and confidence.

Divorce and separation
Alternatives to court - other approaches can significantly reduce the time and cost involved
Collaborative - this involves both parties committing to resolving their conflicts without resorting to court proceedings and often leads to a more positive outcome
Resolution Together - a ‘one lawyer, two clients’ approach allows one lawyer to work with and jointly advise couples
Financial Dispute Resolution (Private FDR) non-court-based service designed to help resolve family finance disputes efficiently
Financial issues including maintenance, property and pensions

Relationship planning

Private Law Children Advice