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13 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Family Law Specialists in Emsworth
LK Family Law is a modern and approachable solicitors and mediation practice dedicated to providing clear, practical legal advice for families navigating complex situations. Established in 2013, our team of specialists brings over 30 years of combined experience in family law, offering tailored solutions for divorce, financial settlements, civil partnerships, domestic abuse cases, and child-related matters. We prioritise non-court resolutions through negotiation, mediation, and collaborative law, ensuring clients retain control over decisions affecting their futures.Our accredited mediators and child-inclusive specialists work to maintain communication and future-focused outcomes, while our directors leadership in Resolution and legal innovation underscores our commitment to ethical, client-centred service. With offices in Emsworth, Hampshire, we serve clients across England, Wales, and international jurisdictions.
Services
Divorce
Financial Settlement
Civil Partnerships
Domestic Abuse
Children Matters
Mediation
Collaborative Practice
Arbitration
Court Process
Pre/Post Nuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in family law.
- Our team includes accredited mediators and collaborative law specialists.
- We prioritise non-court resolutions to reduce conflict and costs.
- Child-inclusive mediation ensures childrens voices are heard where appropriate.
- Free initial 30-minute consultation to build client confidence.
Associations and certifications
- Resolution
What people say
Courage to keep going
Safe hands
Compassionate
Professional service
Best possible outcome
Services
Divorce
We guide clients through the divorce process, addressing legal complexities and emotional challenges. Our specialists help resolve asset division, child custody, and financial settlements while prioritising non-confrontational resolutions. With over 30 years of combined experience, we ensure clients understand their rights and options at every stage.
Financial Settlement
Our experts handle financial aspects of divorce, including tracing hidden assets, offshore trusts, pension splits, and enforcing foreign orders. We draft pre/post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation contracts to protect clients interests, ensuring fair and legally sound resolutions tailored to individual circumstances and long-term financial security.
Mediation
We facilitate mediation sessions to resolve disputes amicably, covering child arrangements, financial matters, and property division. Accredited mediators conduct MIAM assessments and shuttle mediations, empowering couples to reach mutually agreeable solutions while maintaining communication and minimising emotional strain during separation.
Domestic Abuse
We provide urgent legal support for domestic abuse victims, including applications for non-molestation and occupation orders. Our specialists prioritise client safety, offering compassionate guidance through court processes while ensuring robust legal protection for victims and their children during and after proceedings.
Children Matters
We address child custody, visitation rights, and educational decisions, prioritising childrens welfare. Our child-inclusive mediators facilitate discussions to incorporate childrens preferences where appropriate, ensuring arrangements reflect their best interests while helping parents navigate post-separation co-parenting challenges with clarity and empathy.
People
Lisa Carter
Director
Specialising in family law since 1989, Lisa offers expertise in divorce, financial settlements, and child matters. A collaborative lawyer and accredited mediator, she empowers clients to achieve fair solutions through non-court processes while providing robust court representation when needed.
Kristy Tidman
Director
A Resolution-accredited specialist in private children law, Kristy focuses on non-confrontational resolutions. She mediates financial and child-related disputes, advocates for childrens voices, and combines practical advice with strong negotiation skills to secure client-focused outcomes.
Kelly Applegate
Senior Associate Solicitor
Kelly specialises in divorce, financial settlements, and domestic abuse cases. With Law Society accreditation in private children law, she provides sensitive, expert support from case initiation to resolution, prioritising client well-being and legal clarity.
Megan Wade
Solicitor
Qualified in 2025, Megan advises on divorce, separation, and child matters. Her expertise in no-fault divorce law and empathetic approach help clients navigate uncertain times with clarity, ensuring their legal rights and family needs are protected.
Kate Maule
Legal Assistant
With 18 years of family law experience, Kate supports clients and solicitors by preparing documents and managing administrative tasks. Her extensive knowledge ensures efficient case handling and client support across all legal processes.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate from Emsworth, Hampshire, and serve clients across Hampshire, West Sussex, Surrey, East Sussex, and nationwide in England and Wales.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide a free 30-minute initial consultation to help clients understand their options and build confidence in our services.
Can children participate in mediation?
Yes, our accredited child-inclusive mediators ensure children’s voices are heard during parental separation when appropriate.
What legal services do you specialise in?
We specialise in divorce, financial settlements, civil partnerships, domestic abuse protection, child arrangements, and pre/post-nuptial agreements.
Are emergency court applications possible?
Yes, we assist with urgent matters like non-molestation orders and emergency court applications to protect clients and their families.
Reviews (4)
Benjamin Cooper
Sep 26, 2021
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Could not have asked for a better solicitor, Lisa was perfect thoughout, compassionate and professional who went above and beyond to help us. We truely are grateful for your services. 100% recommended
Roy Haines
Nov 19, 2020
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From Glynis D....: Excellent professional and sympathetic support provided during a very distressing domestic and financial crisis. Resulting in a completely successful conclusion. I will not hesitate to recommend LK Law, particularly for those experiencing complex domestic, financial and personal distress. Thank you so much!
From Glynis D....: Excellent professional and sympathetic support provided during a very distressing domestic and financial crisis. Resulting in a completely successful conclusion. I will not hesitate to recommend LK Law, particularly for those experiencing complex domestic, financial and personal distress. Thank you so much!
Martin Knight
Jul 29, 2020
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Very happy with their practical advice and support to successfully resolve a complicated financial remedy matter.
Ms. Reid
Aug 29, 2016
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Lisa and Kristy and very professional and know their field of law extremely well. Couldn't recommend them more highly!
