Described by her clients and colleagues as forward thinking and dynamic, Jennifer brings vast expertise and knowledge to her role as Partner and Head of the Family Law department. She advises on the full spectrum of family work, including divorce, financial settlements, pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements, and has developed significant expertise in children cases. Combining strong legal knowledge with a focus on reaching solutions rather than creating problems, Jennifer adopts an empathetic, sensible, and positive approach to matters in order to achieve the best possible outcome.

Sympathetic to the emotional, financial and practical difficulties that families experience upon relationship breakdown, Lee is a compassionate and committed family lawyer and divorce solicitor who prides himself on providing his clients with an excellent service whilst striving to achieve the best possible outcome. Managing Partner and Head of Family Law, he can oversee a variety of legal matters with a specialism in representing clients from the armed forces, the police and the fire service, as well as large business owners. Lee is a member of Resolution and an accredited specialist in financial and children disputes, as well as a founding member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme since 2005.

Recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500, Kevan is an extremely competent and trusted family solicitor who is known for his patience, excellent knowledge and experience. A Partner at the firm and Head of the Private Family Law Department, he specialises in all areas of family law, including divorce and separation, financial remedies, and children cases. He has represented clients in a number of high-net-worth divorces and challenging children cases, including in the High Court and Court of Appeal. Kevan is a member of Resolution, holds a specialist accreditation in complex financial remedies and children’s law, as well as being a member of both The Law Society’s Family Law Advanced Accreditation Scheme and the Children Accreditation Scheme, demonstrating expertise and knowledge in his field of law.

A highly respected family lawyer and divorce solicitor with a reassuring, sensitive and focused approach to her cases, Sandra has been representing clients on the full range of family matters for over 13 years. Head of the Family Law Department, she deals with all aspects of divorce and financial proceedings as well cases where clients are seeking a nullity. She is also able to provide assistance with non-molestation orders, forced marriage protection orders and cohabitation disputes, as well as cases relating to children and regularly represents parents, grandparents and other family members in Children Act proceedings. Sandra’s work often involves family cases with an international element as well as cases which cross over with elements of immigration law and Sharia law. She is a member of Resolution and a strong advocate and negotiator when needed, and works hard to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients.

A long serving member of the firm since 1986, Philip is one of the most respected and experienced family law solicitors in the Bolton area. He is also a Partner and brings vast knowledge and expertise of all areas of family and matrimonial law to his role. His strengths lie in the representation of individuals in financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown, including cases involving complex and significant assets, where he is able to act swiftly and decisively in order to achieve the best outcome for his clients. Philip is also able to assist with wills and probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and applications for appointment of deputies to the estate of individuals who are unable to administer their own affairs.

Boasting more than 30 years experience in family law and a longstanding member of the firm, Mark is a trusted family solicitor who works closely with his clients to help them resolve their matrimonial and family issues. He deals with all aspects of family law on both a private and Legal Aid basis and advises clients on divorce, separation, cohabitee disputes, and financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown. Mark is particularly sought after for his expertise in children law, and as a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, he is able to represent both parents and children in residence and contact cases, as well as in care proceedings where the Local Authority are involved. Mark also acts on behalf of domestic abuse victims in obtaining non-molestation injunction orders.

Approachable, committed to her clients, and determined to secure the best outcome, Rosemary is an experienced and well-regarded family lawyer and divorce solicitor. Representing clients from all walks of life, she is particularly sought after for her expertise in matrimonial finance on separation, financial remedy claims and applying for orders relating to children in the family court (both private and public law). A highly competent court advocate, Rosemary undertakes her own advocacy whenever she can, and prides herself on offering clear, honest advice and support in order to explain the often complicated way the family court can operate.

Starting her career as a Legal Executive and now a qualified solicitor and Director at the firm, Emma offers outstanding reassurance, professionalism and knowledge to her clients. Joint Head of the Family Department, she has vast experience of family law matters with a specialism in children cases. As a member of The Law Society Children Law Accreditation Scheme, she is able to support and represent children in complex public and private law proceedings via their appointed children’s guardian or by representing them directly. Emma is also a High Court Advocate having gained the Higher Rights of Audience certificate which enables her to represent adults and children in matters such as deprivation of liberty orders and applications made under the inherent jurisdiction. Emma is also a committed member of Resolution and co-chairs Resolution’s Legal Aid Committee.