Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Solicitors in Caterham
E J Coombs was established in 2010 by Liz Coombs and has grown into a leading family law firm through strategic mergers with K J Desbottes Solicitors (2019) and Forman Law (2022). Our dedicated team of specialists focuses exclusively on family law and wills/estates, providing tailored legal solutions for clients navigating divorce, separation, financial settlements, child arrangements, and domestic abuse cases. We prioritise empathetic representation, encouraging negotiation and mediation while maintaining meticulous court preparation when necessary.Our collaborative approach extends to working with financial advisers, counsellors, and other legal professionals to address clients' comprehensive needs. With offices in Danbury (Essex), Caterham, and Purley (Surrey), we serve diverse clients including professionals, business owners, and international individuals. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by Resolution membership and specialist accreditations, while client testimonials highlight our compassionate yet effective legal advocacy.
Services
Family Law
Wills
Lasting Power of Attorney
Probate
Mediation
Divorce Settlements
Child Arrangements
Domestic Abuse Cases
Financial Disputes
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 12 years' experience in specialist family law representation
- Our team includes accredited specialists in complex financial settlements
- We provide 100% client-focused service with dedicated lawyer access
- We implement collaborative approaches with financial and mental health professionals
- Our offices maintain disabled access and remote consultation capabilities
Associations and certifications
- Resolution
What people say
Support and legal advice
Efficient service
Great support
Compassionate solicitor
Professional guidance
Services
Family Law
Our specialist family law services address divorce, separation, financial settlements, and child arrangements. We provide empathetic representation while maintaining rigorous legal standards. Our solicitors work closely with clients to understand their unique circumstances and achieve tailored solutions through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings when necessary.
Wills
We offer comprehensive will-writing services to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Our solicitors help clients create legally valid wills, appoint guardians for children, and implement tax-efficient inheritance strategies. We also assist with updating wills following significant life changes like marriage or divorce.
Lasting Power of Attorney
Our LPA services help clients appoint trusted representatives for financial and healthcare decisions. We guide clients through creating Property & Financial Affairs LPAs and Health & Welfare LPAs, ensuring legal validity and appropriate safeguards for future decision-making capacity.
Probate
We assist executors and administrators with probate applications and estate administration. Our services include preparing legal documentation, calculating inheritance tax, and managing asset distribution. We offer fixed-fee options for straightforward probate matters while providing tailored support for complex estates.
Mediation
Our accredited mediators help separating couples reach mutually acceptable agreements. We facilitate constructive discussions about financial settlements and child arrangements, aiming to reduce conflict and legal costs while maintaining focus on clients' long-term interests.
People
Liz Coombs
Managing Director
Managing Director and founder with 15+ years' family law experience. Specialises in complex financial settlements and child arrangement disputes. Resolution-accredited mediator committed to compassionate yet effective legal representation.
Sara Barnes
Director
Family law specialist with expertise in high-net-worth divorce cases. Resolution member with focus on pre-nuptial agreements and international family law matters. Provides strategic legal guidance to business owners and professionals.
Gina Nicolas
Solicitor
Experienced family law solicitor known for client-focused approach. Specialises in child custody cases and domestic abuse protection orders. Recognised for empathetic handling of sensitive family disputes while maintaining rigorous legal standards.
Clive Burrell
Private Client Solicitor
Wills and probate specialist with 20+ years' experience. Expert in estate planning, inheritance tax mitigation, and probate administration. Provides clear guidance on complex succession planning and trust management matters.
Seema Midha
Solicitor
Family law practitioner specialising in financial settlements and cohabitation agreements. Resolution member with focus on protecting clients' assets during divorce proceedings. Known for thorough case preparation and negotiation skills.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve clients across Essex and Surrey from offices in Danbury, Caterham, and Purley. We also handle cases for clients living overseas through remote consultation options.
What family law services do you offer?
We specialise in divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, pre-nuptial agreements, and domestic abuse cases. Our services include mediation, court representation, and collaborative law approaches.
How much does an initial consultation cost?
Our initial fixed-fee consultation costs £240 (including VAT) and includes a comprehensive case assessment, legal advice, and written follow-up documentation.
Are you regulated by the SRA?
Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No 655797) and maintain full professional indemnity insurance for client protection.
Do you offer remote consultations?
Yes, we provide secure remote consultations via Microsoft Teams, telephone, and email while maintaining full case management through our cloud-based client portal system.
What wills and probate services do you provide?
We offer will drafting, lasting power of attorney creation, and probate administration services. Our fixed-fee options include probate paperwork preparation and comprehensive estate administration support.
