Business Details
Expert Family Law Solicitors in Exeter
Walker Family Law is a dedicated legal practice specialising exclusively in family law. With offices spanning the Southwest from Bristol to Plymouth, we provide expert guidance on divorce, child arrangements, domestic abuse, and complex financial settlements. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions through mediation and collaborative law, while our team of accredited specialists brings decades of combined experience to every case.Recognised for excellence through multiple industry awards, we combine technical expertise with compassionate support to achieve optimal outcomes for clients during challenging times. Our commitment to transparency and client education is demonstrated through initiatives like our Divorce Support Club and The Walker Academy, ensuring clients feel empowered throughout their legal journey.
Services
Divorce Services
Child Arrangements
Domestic Abuse
Family Mediation
Resolution Together
Social Services Cases
Highlights and features
- Specialist family law practice with award-winning solicitors
- Proven track record in complex divorce and child arrangement cases
- Pioneers in collaborative law and mediation approaches
- Regional coverage from Bristol to Plymouth with local expertise
- Regulated by Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent service
Timely manner
Positive outcome
Compassionate support
Second to none advice
Services
Divorce Services
Comprehensive legal support for divorce proceedings including financial settlements and child custody arrangements. Our solicitors guide clients through both straightforward and complex divorces with professional expertise and emotional sensitivity. We prioritise amicable resolutions while maintaining rigorous representation in contested cases.
Child Arrangements
Specialist advice on post-separation childcare arrangements covering residence, contact, and decision-making responsibilities. We represent parents, grandparents, and guardians in creating child-focused solutions that balance legal requirements with family needs through mediation or court proceedings.
Domestic Abuse
Urgent legal protection and support for victims of domestic abuse. Our experienced team secures emergency injunctions, navigates family court protections, and coordinates with social services while providing trauma-informed legal counsel throughout the process.
Family Mediation
Alternative dispute resolution for family matters using certified mediators to facilitate constructive negotiations. We help couples reach mutually beneficial agreements on divorce terms, child arrangements, and financial settlements while maintaining control over outcomes.
Resolution Together
Collaborative law approach where both parties share a single solicitor to reduce conflict and costs. This method promotes transparent communication and joint problem-solving for divorce settlements while ensuring balanced legal advice for both clients.
People
Ian Walker
Director
With over 25 years' experience in family law, Ian leads our practice with a commitment to ethical representation and client empowerment. He specialises in complex financial settlements and has contributed to legal education programs.
Fiona Stevens
Solicitor
Specialist in collaborative law with particular expertise in high-conflict child arrangement cases. Recognised for her empathetic approach while maintaining rigorous legal advocacy for clients' interests.
Isabelle Stevens
Family Lawyer
Experienced practitioner in domestic abuse cases, combining legal expertise with trauma-informed support. Successfully represented numerous clients in emergency protection order applications and related proceedings.
Briony
Legal Specialist
Focuses on complex divorce cases involving business assets and international elements. Known for meticulous preparation and achieving favourable outcomes in challenging financial settlement negotiations.
Kim
Children's Guardian
Specialist in social services interventions, representing children's interests in care proceedings. Combines legal knowledge with compassionate advocacy to protect vulnerable young clients.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We exclusively practice family law, covering divorce, child arrangements, domestic abuse, financial settlements, and social services interventions across the Southwest.
Do you offer alternative dispute resolution?
Yes, we actively promote mediation and collaborative law approaches to resolve family matters amicably while preparing thoroughly for court representation when necessary.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 570945, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards.
What support exists for divorce clients?
Our Divorce Support Club provides ongoing guidance, while The Walker Academy offers educational resources to help clients navigate separation and rebuilding their lives.
Reviews (2)
Tg Pips
Aug 17, 2021
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As someone who is a carer to a disabled partner, with low income. They have no option to pay a bill at what you can afford over a payment period. So if you have a solicitor bill of 1K+ in that month, you are required to pay that amount in full at the end of that calendar month. So for this reason, I cannot recommend them.
Gb Gb
Jun 25, 2020
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This very Professional firm, and services provided to myself has been outstanding.
Taken all the stress and anxiety away from myself. who previously was representing myself as a litigant in person. The teams personal approach ,and the vast experience of their representing Solicitors have is first class. My 2yo Son gets to see his Farther again because of this firm.
Taken all the stress and anxiety away from myself. who previously was representing myself as a litigant in person. The teams personal approach ,and the vast experience of their representing Solicitors have is first class. My 2yo Son gets to see his Farther again because of this firm.
