Business Details
9 Years
experience
Expert Family Law Mediation Services
Established in 2017, Alexandra Lewis Family Law builds upon over 25 years of legal expertise in family law and mediation. Our practice combines deep legal knowledge with creative problem-solving to deliver fair, timely resolutions for families in transition. We specialise in divorce, separation agreements, child arrangements, and financial disputes, prioritising out-of-court solutions to reduce stress and costs. With a background in top-tier London law firms and as a certified mediator, Alexandra Lewis provides hands-on, strategic guidance tailored to each client's unique circumstances.Our approach balances professionalism with empathy, empowering clients to make informed decisions while maintaining control over their futures. We collaborate with financial advisors, therapists, and other professionals to ensure holistic support. Recognised for our cost-effective methods and client-centric focus, we aim to transform family legal challenges into opportunities for positive new beginnings.
Services
Family Mediation
Legal Advice
Collaborative Law
Child Arrangements
Financial Settlements
Prenuptial Agreements
Cohabitation Agreements
Court Representation
Private FDRs
Med-Arb Services
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialist family law experience from a former 'magic circle' firm solicitor
- Our cases often settle 3-6 sessions through proactive, cost-effective mediation
- We provide sole-conduct representation with direct access to Alexandra Lewis throughout your case
- Our practice combines legal expertise with psychological insight for holistic solutions
- We maintain transparent pricing with hourly rates 40% below London market average
Associations and certifications
- Bar Standards Board
- Family Mediation Council Association (FMCA)
What people say
Sound consideration in crisis
Depth and breadth of knowledge
Key guidance for resolution
Compassionate and logical advice
Empowering client-centred approach
Services
Family Mediation
Our family mediation service facilitates constructive dialogue for separating couples. We specialise in financial settlements and child arrangements through confidential sessions. With 90% of cases resolving within 3-6 meetings, our process preserves relationships while reducing legal costs by avoiding court proceedings.
Legal Representation
Expert legal representation for family court proceedings. We provide strategic advocacy while maintaining settlement focus. Our approach combines 'magic circle' firm experience with cost-effective case management to achieve favourable outcomes in financial and child custody disputes.
Collaborative Law
Collaborative law process for amicable separations. We conduct four-way meetings to create tailored solutions while maintaining confidentiality. This approach retains client control over outcomes and promotes cooperative co-parenting arrangements through structured negotiations.
MIAM Sessions
Mediation Information and Assessment Meetings determine suitability for mediation. These one-hour sessions evaluate resolution options while fulfilling court requirements. We provide neutral evaluations of mediation, arbitration, and litigation pathways to inform decision-making.
Prenuptial Agreements
Drafting and reviewing prenuptial agreements to protect assets. Our approach balances legal enforceability with relationship considerations. We provide clear guidance on financial disclosure requirements and long-term implications of marital contracts.
People
Alexandra Lewis
Founder & Solicitor
Qualified solicitor since 1997 with 25+ years' family law experience. Former partner at Manches, London's top family law firm. Specialist mediator and collaborative lawyer with focus on cost-effective dispute resolution.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide via virtual consultations, with in-person meetings available in London and Oxford. Our clients come from across the UK and internationally.
How much do your services cost?
Our hourly rate is £290 + VAT. Most mediation cases resolve in 3-6 sessions. We provide cost estimates during initial consultations and work to agreed budgets.
Do you offer legal aid?
We don't provide legally aided services, but government-funded mediation vouchers up to £500 may be available for joint sessions through the current scheme.
What makes your approach different?
We combine 'magic circle' legal expertise with psychological insight and mediation specialism. Our sole-conduct approach ensures direct access to Alexandra throughout your case.
How quickly can you help resolve cases?
We prioritise early resolution with 70% of cases settling within 3 months. Our proactive approach often avoids court proceedings entirely through mediation and negotiation.
Can you handle complex financial cases?
Yes, we manage high-value financial disputes with specialist accountant collaboration. Our experience includes complex asset structures and international jurisdiction issues.
