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13 Years
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Emergency
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Specialist Family Law Advice in East Sussex
Established in 2013, Kay & Pascoe LLP is a specialist family law practice dedicated to providing high-quality, client-focused legal solutions. Our team of experienced solicitors and legal executives combines deep expertise in family law with a commitment to resolving disputes through non-confrontational methods such as mediation and collaborative law. As members of Resolution, we adhere to nationally acclaimed guidelines that prioritise the best interests of clients and their families. With offices in Heathfield and Crowborough, we serve clients across Kent, East Sussex, and England and Wales, tailoring our approach to individual circumstances.Our firms ethos centres on delivering trustworthy, professional advice while minimising the emotional and financial strain often associated with family law matters. We offer an initial fixed-fee consultation to help clients understand their options and develop a clear plan. Our team includes partners with decades of combined experience, including roles on Resolutions National Committee, ensuring we remain at the forefront of family law innovation and best practices.
Services
Divorce & Separation
Civil Partnerships
Financial Provision
Child Arrangements
Pre/Postnuptial Agreements
Domestic Abuse Cases
Collaborative Law
Family Mediation
Court Representation
Emergency Legal Work
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We are members of Resolution, promoting non-confrontational family law practices.
- Our team includes partners with decades of combined experience in family law.
- We offer an initial fixed-fee consultation for clear, accessible legal guidance.
- Tailored services addressing unique family circumstances and needs.
- Specialist expertise in both alternative dispute resolution and court proceedings.
Associations and certifications
- Resolution
What people say
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Services
Family Mediation
Our family mediation services help clients resolve disputes amicably through structured negotiations. We facilitate constructive discussions to reach mutually acceptable agreements on issues like child custody and financial settlements. This approach minimises conflict and prioritises long-term family relationships, offering a cost-effective alternative to court proceedings.
Collaborative Law
Collaborative law enables couples to resolve family disputes without court intervention. Our solicitors work alongside clients and other professionals to create tailored solutions for divorce, financial division, and child arrangements. This method fosters cooperation while maintaining legal protections and transparency throughout the process.
Court Representation
When court proceedings are necessary, our experienced solicitors provide expert legal representation in family law matters. We handle complex cases involving divorce, financial disputes, and child custody with meticulous preparation and advocacy. Our goal is to achieve favourable outcomes while minimising emotional distress for clients.
Pre/Postnuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to protect assets and clarify financial arrangements before or during marriage. Our solicitors ensure these agreements meet legal standards while addressing clients' specific needs. This service provides clarity and security for couples entering or maintaining a marriage.
Child Arrangements
Our child arrangements services focus on creating practical solutions for parenting responsibilities and contact schedules. We guide clients through legal processes to establish custody, visitation rights, and decision-making responsibilities. The child's best interests remain central to all recommendations and agreements.
People
Sharon Kay
Partner/Chartered Legal Executive
Sharon Kay is a Partner and Chartered Legal Executive with extensive experience in family law. She co-founded Kay Family Law in 2006 and merged with Lee Pascoe in 2013 to form Kay & Pascoe LLP. Sharon serves on Resolution's National Committee, advocating for positive changes in family law practices.
Lee Pascoe
Partner/Solicitor
Lee Pascoe is a Partner and Solicitor who merged his practice with Kay Family Law in 2013 to establish Kay & Pascoe LLP. He specialises in complex family law cases, including high-net-worth financial settlements and child arrangement disputes, bringing over 25 years of legal expertise to the firm.
Fiona Connah
Partner/Solicitor
Fiona Connah joined Kay & Pascoe in 2017 and became a Partner in 2019. As a solicitor, she focuses on divorce, financial provision, and child-related matters. Fiona is known for her empathetic approach and commitment to resolving cases through mediation and collaborative law.
Tara Sanger
Partner/Solicitor
Tara Sanger is a Partner and Solicitor specialising in family law. She joined Kay & Pascoe to strengthen the firm's expertise in complex financial settlements and domestic abuse cases. Tara's client-centred approach ensures clear communication and tailored legal strategies for each case.
Robyn Smith
Chartered Legal Executive
Robyn Smith is a Chartered Legal Executive with significant experience in family law matters. She supports clients with divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and financial settlements, combining technical expertise with compassionate client care to navigate challenging legal situations effectively.
Questions
What areas of law does Kay & Pascoe LLP specialise in?
We specialise exclusively in family law, covering divorce, child arrangements, financial settlements, domestic abuse cases, prenuptial agreements, and collaborative law solutions.
Do you offer initial consultations?
Yes, we provide an initial fixed-fee consultation for £100 plus VAT to help clients understand their legal options and develop a clear action plan.
Are your services available outside East Sussex?
Yes, while based in East Sussex, we serve clients across Kent, Tunbridge Wells, and throughout England and Wales with flexible appointment options.
What dispute resolution methods do you use?
We prioritise non-confrontational approaches like mediation, collaborative law, and round-table negotiations, but also provide expert court representation when necessary.
Reviews (4)
Marzena Izdebska
Sep 27, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Very bad customer service,charged lots of money ,but not doing the kind work of expected from a professional. Many emails sent often with repeated content and or innaccuricies
Very bad customer service,charged lots of money ,but not doing the kind work of expected from a professional. Many emails sent often with repeated content and or innaccuricies
Barney Halse
Dec 23, 2019
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John Kay has been helping me with a child arrangemnets order and the advice over the last two years has been invaluable. Every aspect explained very clearly and made as simple as possible during a quite diffilcult time. Great service and very fast to react.
Martin Hoggan
Apr 10, 2019
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Sharon has managed to get me a fantastic result, especially as this morning I technically had nothing. Sharon, and her chosen barrister turned the impossible into reality. Highly recommend can't thank her and her team enough.
Harli
Jan 29, 2018
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Don't use these guys they take your money don't return phone calls and are totally arrogant in every way.
