Business Details
Expert Family Law Services in Amersham | Davina Kirby Solicitors
We are a dedicated family law practice with over 30 years of combined experience in handling complex legal matters. Our approach prioritises client needs through tailored solutions, professional guidance, and cost-effective strategies. We specialise in divorce proceedings, financial settlements, child custody arrangements, and estate planning, ensuring clarity and support throughout every process.Our team maintains accreditation with Resolution and employs collaborative law methodologies to achieve constructive outcomes. With flexible appointment options and a commitment to accessibility, we strive to make challenging legal transitions as positive as possible for our clients.
Services
Divorce Proceedings
Financial Settlements
Child Custody
Wills
Probate
Power of Attorney
Mediation Services
Collaborative Law
Court Representation
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of specialist family law experience
- Initial 35-minute free consultation available for all clients
- Tailored solutions for complex family law matters
- Accredited Resolution Collaborative Family Lawyers
- Flexible appointment times including early mornings and weekends
Associations and certifications
- Resolution
- Resolution Collaborative Family Lawyer
- Mediator
Services
Divorce Proceedings
We guide clients through divorce procedures with professional expertise and compassionate support. Our services include preparing divorce petitions, explaining court processes, and managing financial settlements. With extensive experience in matrimonial law, we help clients navigate emotional complexities while ensuring legal compliance and protecting client interests.
Financial Settlements
Our team specialises in resolving financial matters during relationship breakdowns. We provide comprehensive advice on asset division, income considerations, and court procedures. Using Form E documentation and collaborative approaches, we help clients achieve fair settlements while explaining legal entitlements under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973.
Child Custody
We assist with creating child custody arrangements that prioritise children's welfare. Our services include mediation support, court application guidance, and alternative dispute resolution. We help clients navigate specific issue orders and prohibitive steps orders while promoting amicable solutions through our experience with family court procedures.
Wills
Our wills service ensures clients' estates are distributed according to their wishes. We provide expert advice on will creation, intestacy laws, and estate management. With knowledge of probate procedures, we help clients understand inheritance rules and create legally sound documents that protect their beneficiaries.
Mediation Services
As accredited mediators, we facilitate constructive discussions between parties to resolve family law disputes. Our mediation services cover divorce settlements, financial arrangements, and child custody matters. We employ collaborative law techniques to help clients reach mutually beneficial agreements while minimising court involvement and associated costs.
People
Davina Kirby
Solicitor
With over 30 years' experience in family law, Davina specialises in divorce, financial remedy, and child-related work. A Resolution-accredited collaborative lawyer and mediator, she established her practice over 20 years ago after partnership in a major firm. She actively contributes to local legal communities and child contact services.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We specialise in divorce proceedings, financial settlements, child custody arrangements, wills, probate, and power of attorney. Our services also include mediation and collaborative law solutions for family disputes.
Do you provide free initial consultations?
Yes, we offer an initial 35-minute free consultation to help clients understand their legal options and potential pathways for their family law matters.
Are your services available outside office hours?
We offer appointments outside standard office hours, including early mornings, evenings, and Saturdays by arrangement to accommodate clients' busy schedules.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Latimer near Amersham, we serve clients across Buckinghamshire and surrounding areas, providing both office consultations and remote legal support as needed.
How do you handle financial settlements?
We guide clients through financial settlements using Form E documentation, court procedures, and collaborative approaches. Our expertise covers asset division, income considerations, and legal entitlements under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973.
Reviews (6)
Shenqin Yu
Aug 04, 2018
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Davina is a brilliant and very professional lawyer. I was truly impressed by her profound knowledge in law, hardworking attitude, kindness and warmth to her clients.
Emily B.
Jul 10, 2018
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'Davina Kirby & Co. advised me throughout my diviorce case in 2015-16. I was most impressed by the firm's strategic outlook on the entire process, uncompomised ethics, thorough practical knowledge of the law and the relentless vigour to fight for the best possible outcome for me' - Anton K
Jess Critchley
Jun 22, 2018
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Davina is polite and helpful throughout the entire experience. She provides a fantastic service and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a matrimonial lawyer.
Venita Nicole
May 28, 2018
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Very experienced law firm. Davina works tirelessly for her clients. She is a professional and incredibly knowledgeable and competent lawyer who you would want on your side. Highly recommended.
Sam Quilter
Aug 15, 2016
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Davina and her team are professional, diligent and hardworking. They achieved a successful outcome on my behalf in extremely challenging divorce proceedings. Davina has a high level of knowledge and experience. The level of communication was excellent and I felt informed and included throughout. I can recommend her services with confidence. Sam Quilter
Graham Quinn
May 30, 2014
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Davina and her staff were very professional and extremely helpful and kind, unlike other solicitors I have dealt with in the past. They helped me through a very difficult time and I would strongly recommended them.
