Business Details
15 Years
experience
Expert Family Law Solicitors in Brighton
Family Law Partners is a specialist firm dedicated exclusively to family law, serving clients across the South East of England. Since our establishment in 2011, we have grown to become one of the leading family law practices in the region, recognized for our expertise by Resolution, Chambers UK, Legal 500, and the Law Society. Our approach prioritizes minimizing the emotional and financial costs of family disputes by offering alternatives to traditional court proceedings, including mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law. Our team of highly experienced solicitors, mediators, and arbitrators is committed to providing personalized, solution-focused legal support tailored to each client's unique circumstances.We work closely with clients to explore all available options, ensuring informed decision-making while maintaining a strong emphasis on client well-being and emotional support. With offices in Brighton, London, Horsham, Tunbridge Wells, and other regional locations, we combine local accessibility with national recognition for excellence in family law services.
Services
Divorce & Separation
Child Custody
Prenuptial Agreements
Mediation
Financial Settlements
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer a solution-focused approach to family law disputes with alternatives to traditional court proceedings
- Our team is recognized as experts by Resolution, Chambers UK, and Legal 500
- We provide personalized legal support with offices across the South East region
- Our solicitors specialize in minimizing emotional and financial costs during family law matters
- We combine extensive experience in traditional dispute resolution with innovative collaborative approaches
Associations and certifications
- Resolution
- Chambers UK
- Legal 500
- Law Society
- Legal Business Awards Private Client Team of the Year
What people say
Exceptional service
Calming presence
Expert legal guidance
Compassionate support
Successful outcomes
Services
Divorce & Separation
Our specialist divorce solicitors guide clients through the legal processes of marital dissolution and separation. We provide expert advice on asset division, child arrangements, and financial settlements while prioritizing emotional well-being. Recognized by leading legal directories, our team helps clients explore all available options including mediation and collaborative law to achieve amicable resolutions that protect family interests and minimize conflict.
Child Custody
We specialize in creating child-focused solutions for post-separation parenting arrangements. Our experienced solicitors advise on residence, contact, and decision-making responsibilities while prioritizing children's welfare. Through mediation and negotiation, we help parents establish practical co-parenting frameworks that adapt to evolving family needs. Our approach balances legal expertise with compassionate support to achieve outcomes that serve children's best interests.
Prenuptial Agreements
Our family law experts provide comprehensive advice on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to protect assets before and during marriage. We help couples create legally binding arrangements that clarify financial responsibilities and simplify potential future separations. With recognition from top legal directories, we ensure agreements meet legal standards while addressing clients' specific circumstances through transparent, jargon-free guidance.
Mediation
We offer professional mediation services to resolve family disputes outside court. Our accredited mediators help clients negotiate child custody, financial settlements, and cohabitation agreements through constructive dialogue. This cost-effective alternative to litigation empowers parties to maintain control over decisions while reducing conflict. Our mediators facilitate open communication to achieve mutually acceptable solutions tailored to family needs.
Financial Settlements
Our solicitors specialize in complex financial settlements during divorce proceedings. We provide expert guidance on asset division, spousal maintenance, and property transfers while considering long-term financial security. Through negotiation, arbitration, or court representation, we protect clients' financial interests using deep knowledge of family law principles. Our approach balances legal expertise with practical solutions to achieve fair outcomes.
People
Caroline Walmsley
Managing Director
Caroline leads our team of family law experts, bringing extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution methods. She focuses on guiding clients through complex family law matters with empathy and professionalism while maintaining our firm's commitment to minimizing conflict.
Kim Crewe
Director of Client Wellbeing
Kim oversees client support services, combining legal expertise with emotional care. With specialist training in family mediation and wellbeing support, she ensures our clients receive comprehensive assistance throughout their legal journey while maintaining professional excellence.
Matthew Richardson
Consultant, Mediator and Arbitrator
Matthew is a highly experienced family law mediator and arbitrator with specialist accreditation. He helps clients resolve disputes through alternative methods, bringing calm expertise to complex cases while maintaining our firm's commitment to non-confrontational solutions.
Charlotte Plowman
Senior Associate Solicitor
Charlotte specializes in complex divorce cases and child custody matters. Recognized for her compassionate approach, she combines legal expertise with practical guidance to help clients navigate difficult family law issues while maintaining focus on children's welfare.
Hannah Viet
Senior Associate Solicitor
Hannah provides expert legal representation in divorce and financial settlement cases. Known for her patient approach and strategic thinking, she helps clients achieve favorable outcomes through negotiation or litigation while maintaining clear communication throughout the process.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce, child custody, financial settlements, prenuptial agreements, and mediation services. Our team handles all aspects of family law with a focus on minimizing conflict through alternative dispute resolution methods.
Are your solicitors recognized by legal authorities?
Yes, our firm is recognized by Resolution, Chambers UK, Legal 500, and the Law Society. We've also won the Legal Business Awards' Private Client Team of the Year.
How can I work with your firm?
We offer face-to-face appointments at our Brighton, London, and regional offices, plus telephone and Zoom consultations. Contact us to discuss your specific needs and schedule an initial consultation.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients across East Sussex, West Sussex, London, Hampshire, Surrey, Kent, and Essex with local office locations and virtual consultation options available.
How do you handle child custody cases?
We prioritize children's welfare in all custody arrangements, helping parents create practical co-parenting solutions through mediation or litigation while ensuring legal compliance and long-term viability.
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