Solicitors in Milton Keynes

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Stowe Family Law

Yorkshire House, East Parade, Leeds, UK

Phoebe Turner

"Excellent"

Stowe Family Law

Milton Keynes

An exceptionally talented family solicitor and Managing Partner at this specialist family law firm, Phoebe offers her clients a wealth of experience, shrewd negotiation skills, and practical legal advice in a supportive and compassionate manner. With meticulous attention to detail and a formidable reputation for being able to handle even the most complex cases, often with an international element, she is instructed in a broad range of private family matters including divorce, financial disputes following a relationship breakdown, and injunction proceedings. Phoebe’s work also includes private children law cases which frequently involve contact disputes, maintenance, residence, relocation, and cases where one parent wants to remove children from the jurisdiction permanently. She is well versed in cohabitation matters, and in drafting pre-nuptial agreements. A member of the West London Law Society and a member of Resolution, Phoebe works diligently to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients in a proportionate and constructive manner. Acknowledged by The Legal 500 for her excellent practice in family law, she is described as a “consummate professional” and “great at putting the legal jargon into lay person’s language”.

Excellent firm. I was very imppresssed with the service that I got from my Solicitor. They were friendly and informative and I believe they got me the best possible outcome for my siutuation. Very clear pricing and invoicing. It was nice to deal with someone who actually cares rather than someone who just wants to win.

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Stowe Family Law

Yorkshire House, East Parade, Leeds, UK

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Hawkins Family Law

The Old Court House, 19 Market Square, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes MK11 1BE

Jo Hawkins

"Highly competent firm"

Hawkins Family Law

Milton Keynes

An award-winning family law specialist and consistently recognised as a ‘Leading Individual’ in The Legal 500, Jo has over 30 years’ experience and has been Managing Director of her own specialist law firm since 2001. She advises on a broad spectrum of family matters with a Resolution accredited specialism in substantial financial assets and children matters. An advocate for alternative dispute resolution, Jo is a trained mediator, collaborative lawyer and arbitrator and is passionate about providing clients with a choice of forum for resolution. She prides herself on being able to use her varied skill set to help settle the vast majority of her cases outside of court – however, she is an effective and determined litigator when required. Client-focused and willing to go the extra mile, Jo acts on behalf of a range of clients, with experience of representing celebrities and high profile professionals, both locally and nationally. She is a committed member of Resolution and a member of the Milton Keynes Resolution Group.

An accessible and highly competent firm - diligent and supportive.

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Hawkins Family Law

The Old Court House, 19 Market Square, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes MK11 1BE

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Shakespeare Martineau

Omega Court, 360 Cemetery Rd, Sharrow, Sheffield S11 8FT

Jane Charlton

Shakespeare Martineau

Milton Keynes

Legal Director at this highly regarded law firm, Jane is experienced in all areas of family law and has a wide and varied skill base for dealing with the complex problems that can arise from a relationship breakdown. She handles cases involving divorce, separation, children matters and financial disputes with much of her work relating to complex business arrangements, property portfolios, trusts, farms, inherited wealth and pensions. As a member of Resolution and a trained collaborative lawyer, Jane is committed to providing honest, straightforward advice with the aim of reaching an early resolution to her clients’ disputes in a non-confrontational and amicable way.

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Shakespeare Martineau

Omega Court, 360 Cemetery Rd, Sharrow, Sheffield S11 8FT

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Purcell Solicitors

The Stables, Brooklands Farm, Newport Rd, Broughton, Milton Keynes MK16 0HU

Pauline Purcell

"Excellent"

Purcell Solicitors

Milton Keynes

Founder and Managing Director of this specialist family law firm established in 2005, Pauline is one of the go-to family law experts in the Milton Keynes area. She has practised exclusively in family law for over 30 years and has provided advice on the full spectrum of matters with a specialism in high-value financial cases involving businesses and pensions. A member of Resolution and a keen supporter of alternative dispute resolution options, Pauline is able to offer mediation, collaborative law services and arbitration to her clients, aiming to reach an early settlement as amicably as possible. However, if an agreement cannot be reached and court proceedings are necessary, she is able to provide robust representation in court. Pauline has been recognised as a ‘Notable Practitioner’ in Chambers & Partners for a number of years, being described as “a pragmatic, diplomatic, and professional individual who still keeps that personal touch to her business in very emotional situations”.

Excellent service and highly professional. Purcell's clearly understood my needs, I would strongly recommend Purcell's as they got me the outcome I wanted with my family.

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Purcell Solicitors

The Stables, Brooklands Farm, Newport Rd, Broughton, Milton Keynes MK16 0HU

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Rainscourt Family Law

Luminous House, 300 S Row, Milton Keynes MK9 2FR

Katie Rainscourt

"Recommended"

Rainscourt Family Law

Milton Keynes

Founder of this specialist family law practice in 2013, Katie is committed to providing clients with a service which will enable them to seek solutions to family law problems as efficiently, intelligently and empathetically as possible. Her cases cover all aspects of relationship breakdown including divorce, financial settlements, cohabitation breakdown, relationship agreements and cases relating to children. Katie is a trained collaborative practitioner, a member of Resolution, and a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme and seeks to resolve disputes through negotiation and agreement where possible, keeping a close eye on reaching a fair and cost-effective outcome for clients. Katie is committed to offering consistency and specialist representation to her clients and conducts her own advocacy at court if required.

Katie was very reassuring and proficient in assisting us in our case. We had a successful result and it was thanks to Katie's understanding and guidance of the matters involved. We would gladly recommend her services.

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Rainscourt Family Law

Luminous House, 300 S Row, Milton Keynes MK9 2FR

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Howes Percival

Nene House, 4 Rushmills, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN4 7YB, England

Gemma Evans

"Recommended"

Howes Percival

Milton Keynes

Specialising in family law since 2006, Gemma is a talented and committed family lawyer and divorce solicitor. She advises clients in relation to all aspects of family law, including divorce, separation, financial settlements, cohabitee disputes, domestic injunctions and arrangements for children. She is a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme as well as a member of Resolution and is dedicated to supporting clients through difficult times in their lives, striving for amicable resolutions wherever possible. Gemma is also a trained collaborative lawyer with formidable negotiating skills and is committed to finding the right solution in every situation.

Really helpful and concise. Strongly recommend them.

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Howes Percival

Nene House, 4 Rushmills, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN4 7YB, England

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Woodfines Solicitors

16 St. Cuthberts Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3JG, England

Eloise Wilson

"Professional"

Woodfines Solicitors

Milton Keynes

Appreciated for her naturally calm and understanding manner whilst showing the determination to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients, Eloise is an experienced family law expert with a career surpassing 24 years. Advising her clients in a clear and concise way, she handles a range of matters including divorce, separation, dissolution of civil partnerships, financial settlements, financial remedy cases, children disputes, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes, and living together agreements. Eloise takes a pragmatic approach to resolving issues and believes in providing excellent care for all clients that she advises, aiming to achieve the best possible outcome, at the earliest opportunity.

Very professional, make you feel at ease and keep you informed throughout.

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Woodfines Solicitors

16 St. Cuthberts Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3JG, England

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Heald Solicitors

Artemis House, 4 Bramley Rd, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK1 1PT

Keshini Rajendra

"Excellent"

Heald Solicitors

Milton Keynes

Having worked as a family lawyer and divorce solicitor for over 20 years, Keshini is a highly accomplished specialist in her field. Well-known for her ability to work with detailed and complex cases, she can assist with all aspects of divorce, separation, civil partnership dissolution including financial matters arising from the separation, and all matters relating to children. Her work also includes advising on domestic violence cases, including the obtaining of non-molestation and occupation orders, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Keshini is also passionate about working on family cases with an international element and has had successful outcomes in children matters where there has been a cross-jurisdictional issue. A dedicated member of Resolution, she is known for resolving matters quickly and amicably in a clear and calm manner but can also be robust and strategic in cases where her clients will not otherwise be served justice.

I am with heald solicitors with past 7 years. Excellent service. Highly recommended to anyone. They are trust worthy. They fight for law not for money.

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Heald Solicitors

Artemis House, 4 Bramley Rd, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK1 1PT

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Acorn Family Law

361 Midsummer Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 3HP, UK

Leonora Marchant

"Excellent"

Acorn Family Law

Milton Keynes

Co-founder of this specialist family law firm, Leonora started practising in family law in 1996, before qualifying as a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and then as a solicitor in 2010. She has been hugely successful in dealing with divorce proceedings, children issues, property and finance disputes arising from a relationship breakdown, civil partnership dissolution, domestic abuse cases and injunctions. Her work also involves negotiating and drafting separation and cohabitation agreements, and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Leonora has been a dedicated member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme since 2003 and is a member of Resolution.

I would highly recommend Acorn Family Law llp to assist in all matters relating to divorce. The service I received was second to none, replies to email and telephone calls were always prompt, advice given was very helpful, professional and of excellent quality, and my instructions based on the advice given were followed to the letter. I cannot recommend Acorn Family Law llp highly enough.

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Acorn Family Law

361 Midsummer Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 3HP, UK

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Franklins Solicitors

399 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 2AH, England

Mandip Bhachu

"Friendly"

Franklins Solicitors

Milton Keynes

With a wealth of family law experience stretching over more than 25 years across a broad range of complex family law cases, Mandip brings a sincere understanding and empathy for her clients’ circumstances. Her cases cover all aspects of relationship breakdown including divorce, family finances, same-sex marriages/civil partnerships, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, injunctions for domestic abuse and child arrangements. Mandip is passionate about alternative dispute resolution and offers collaborative law and mediation services, including child-inclusive mediation. She is also a member of Resolution and an accredited specialist in family finance and children matters.

Friendly, prompt responses and very thorough.

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Franklins Solicitors

399 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 2AH, England

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PS Law

tudio L/2b, Witan Studios, 294 Witan Gate, West, Milton Keynes MK9 1EJ

Christine Bell

"Professional"

PS Law

Milton Keynes

Practising exclusively in family law since 2001, Christine is a passionate and highly accomplished family solicitor at this niche law firm. Although she is well versed in a wide range of matters, she is particularly sought after for her expertise in cases relating to children. A member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme since 2007, she is able to represent both children and parents in care proceedings involving the Local Authority, and has vast experience in complex cases, often involving non-accidental injury. She is often instructed by extended family members who are involved in care proceedings, as an alternative to children being placed outside the birth family. Her work also involves child arrangements, relocation cases, often with an international element, and domestic abuse cases. Christine is a Resolution accredited specialist in private law children and domestic violence.

I recently employed the services of PS Law LLP. From start to finish the service I received was professional, timely and informative. Highly recommended.

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PS Law

tudio L/2b, Witan Studios, 294 Witan Gate, West, Milton Keynes MK9 1EJ

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Bastian Lloyd Morris

Sovereign Court, Witan Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 2HP, UK

Syvil Lloyd Morris

"Recommended"

Bastian Lloyd Morris

Milton Keynes

A highly experienced, well regarded family lawyer, solicitor-advocate and co-founder of this specialist law firm, Syvil is committed to providing an excellent level of service that is responsive to the individual needs of his clients. He has wide ranging experience in family law but is particularly recognised for his expertise in child abduction law, child care proceedings and international family law. A Resolution member, Syvil adopts their principles and guidelines to help achieve a constructive resolution for his clients. When necessary, he is also able to conduct his own advocacy and has appeared in all higher courts, including the Court of Appeal. He is a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, blending his compassion with common sense and a wealth of family knowledge and expertise to deal with cases swiftly, professionally and sensitively.

Thank you will never hold enough meaning for how much I mean it. It’s never easy being involved in court proceedings but thank you Syvil Lloyd Moris, you made this as easy as it can be. Thank you also Loretta for your consistent prompt responses. I would recommend this firm to absolutely anyone now and in the future. Thank you once again!

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Bastian Lloyd Morris

Sovereign Court, Witan Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 2HP, UK

Phoebe Turner

Stowe Family Law

Yorkshire House, East Parade, Leeds, UK

Jo Hawkins

Hawkins Family Law

The Old Court House, 19 Market Square, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes MK11 1BE

Jane Charlton

Shakespeare Martineau

Omega Court, 360 Cemetery Rd, Sharrow, Sheffield S11 8FT

Pauline Purcell

Purcell Solicitors

The Stables, Brooklands Farm, Newport Rd, Broughton, Milton Keynes MK16 0HU

Katie Rainscourt

Rainscourt Family Law

Luminous House, 300 S Row, Milton Keynes MK9 2FR

Gemma Evans

Howes Percival

Nene House, 4 Rushmills, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN4 7YB, England

Eloise Wilson

Woodfines Solicitors

16 St. Cuthberts Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3JG, England

Keshini Rajendra

Heald Solicitors

Artemis House, 4 Bramley Rd, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK1 1PT

Leonora Marchant

Acorn Family Law

361 Midsummer Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 3HP, UK

Mandip Bhachu

Franklins Solicitors

399 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 2AH, England

Christine Bell

PS Law

tudio L/2b, Witan Studios, 294 Witan Gate, West, Milton Keynes MK9 1EJ

Syvil Lloyd Morris

Bastian Lloyd Morris

Sovereign Court, Witan Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 2HP, UK