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Caversham Solicitors

51A Church St, Caversham, Reading, Berkshire RG4 8AX, UK

Suzanne Daley

"Friendly"

Caversham Solicitors

Reading

A talented and skilful solicitor with over 20 years in family law, Suzanne represents a wide range of clients on all issues relating to relationship breakdown. She offers advice on divorce and separation cases, handling the associated financial and children matters. Her work also involves drafting pre-nuptial agreements and cohabitation and separation agreements. Competent and sensitive in her approach, Suzanne remains professional while also focusing on keeping distress to a minimum.

I recently engaged the services of this solicitor firm for advice on an agreement. I was impressed with their consistent and effective communication, and the fees charged were reasonable. The staff was also very friendly and accommodating throughout the process.

Head Office:

Caversham Solicitors

51A Church St, Caversham, Reading, Berkshire RG4 8AX, UK

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Thomas Mansfield

Token House, 11/12 Tokenhouse Yard, London EC2R 7AS

Louise Minifie

"Recommended"

Thomas Mansfield

Reading

Described as a solicitor who exercises “patience, focus and intelligence”, Louise is a Partner and Head of International Family Law at this highly respected firm. During her 16-plus years specialising in family law, she has been advising clients on divorce and separation, financial settlements and cohabitation, disputes relating to children including who the child will live with and how much time the child will spend with the non-resident parent, as well as domestic abuse matters. Louise is particularly well versed in international cases involving clients with overseas assets, as well as in cases of child abduction and relocation both nationally and internationally. She is a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Advanced Accreditation Scheme and uses her knowledge and experience to guide clients through the best options available to them with integrity and objectivity.

Fantastic experience in dealing with a matter, I absolutely recommend Thomas Mansfield should you need some legal advice

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Thomas Mansfield

Token House, 11/12 Tokenhouse Yard, London EC2R 7AS

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Couchman Hanson

Charter Walk, West St, Haslemere GU27 2AD, UK

Gavyn Simpson

"Recommended"

Couchman Hanson

Reading

Gavyn has earned a reputation for being a down-to-earth and compassionate family solicitor in the Ascot community and has practised exclusively in family law, advising on divorce, separation, financial arrangements and cases involving children. A Resolution member, he aims to negotiate practical and lasting solutions, empowering his clients to remain in control of the process. Gavyn prides himself on offering a high level of service which includes helping to unravel problems to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients.

I have used Couchman Hanson twice now since moving to the Haslemere area, and have on both occasions been extremely impressed with the levels of service, quality of advice given, prompt responses to queries, and taking as much admin out of my hands as possible. In my personal capacity, I have no hesitation in recommending the firm to others.

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Couchman Hanson

Charter Walk, West St, Haslemere GU27 2AD, UK

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Charles Coleman & Co

Sharon Micuta

"Friendly"

Charles Coleman & Co

Reading

Demonstrating a calm and empathetic approach to her cases, Sharon has built up a wealth of knowledge and experience in family law over the last two decades. A Senior Associate at this reputable law firm supporting the Reading area, she has worked on cases encompassing all areas of family law from divorce, cohabitation, and separation, to the financial disputes arising from a relationship breakdown. Sharon is particularly sought after for her expertise in cases relating to children and domestic violence and regularly conducts her own advocacy. Appreciating the sensitive and emotional nature of family law, she takes great pride in offering clear, sensible and cost-effective advice to clients, with the aim of securing their desired outcome.

Excellent service and very friendly staff

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Charles Coleman & Co

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Penningtons Manches Cooper

Matrix House, Basing View, Basingstoke, RG21 4DZ, England

Kerry Fretwell

Penningtons Manches Cooper

Reading

Top ranked in Chambers UK and a ‘Leading Individual’ in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500, Kerry is a Partner and qualified mediator at this ‘Top Tier’ law firm. She acts on behalf of mid to high-net-worth individuals, including company directors, lawyers, accountants, bankers and their spouses, in a range of family and matrimonial related matters. As well as negotiating financial settlements following a divorce or separation, she also represents parents in children cases, including contact, residence and leave to remove disputes. Kerry has also dealt with financial settlements between unmarried parents, applications for children on behalf of unmarried mothers and acting for interveners. She is an active member of Resolution and always tries to seek an amicable resolution, particularly to protect any children that are involved. Clients recommend Kerry for her sensible, practical advice, responsiveness and professionalism.

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Penningtons Manches Cooper

Matrix House, Basing View, Basingstoke, RG21 4DZ, England

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Rowberry Morris

17 Castle Street, Reading, RG1 7SB

Jasbinder Dail

Rowberry Morris

Reading

Dedicated to providing an expert level of care to her clients at a vulnerable and distressing time in their lives, Jasbinder has over 30 years of knowledge and experience in family law. Partner and Head of the Care Department, she practises exclusively in child care law and provides advice and representation to parents, guardians and extended family members in complex children cases involving care proceedings, adoption and other challenging cases involving the Local Authority, both locally and nationally. Recognition of her dedication, expertise and accomplishments within child care law are also indicated by her membership of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme as well as excellent testimonials from clients, the local judiciary and her peers.

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Rowberry Morris

17 Castle Street, Reading, RG1 7SB

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Blandy & Blandy

330 High Holborn, London, UK

Claire Dyer

"Professional"

Blandy & Blandy

Reading

Recognised for her exceptional attention to detail and her ability to show genuine compassion and concern for her clients’ circumstances, Claire is a Partner and Head of the Family Law team at this highly regarded law firm serving the Reading community. She is experienced in all aspects of divorce and separation, financial remedy, and disputes in relation to children and is able to represent both married and unmarried individuals, at all stages of their relationship, as well as provide advice to parents, grandparents and families with often complex needs in children cases. Claire is also sought after for her expertise and knowledge in complex, high value financial cases, often involving trusts, business assets, international elements, third party interveners, injunctions and appeals. As well as her extensive litigation experience, Claire is also a member of Resolution, a trained collaborative lawyer and a mediator which enables her to support clients to resolve their disputes in a constructive and conciliatory manner without the need for court intervention. She has regularly been recognised in The Legal 500 and Chambers UK for her expertise in the field of family law.

Very polite professional kept me updated at all times would recommend

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Blandy & Blandy

330 High Holborn, London, UK

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Boyes Turner

Abbots House, 189 Abbey St, Reading RG1 3BD, UK

Paul Linsell

"Professional"

Boyes Turner

Reading

Advocating a non-adversarial approach to family law, Paul is a talented family solicitor who not only offers expert advice on all family law matters, but is also able to offer mediation services. Partner and Head of the Family Law team, he represents both married and unmarried individuals on divorce, separation, children matters, cohabitation agreements, domestic abuse and emergency applications, financial matters on divorce or separation, same sex relationships and civil partnerships and cohabitee disputes. Paul is also an accredited specialist with Resolution for his expertise in relation to issues for unmarried couples and also in relation to complex financial matters, where he has a wealth of experience in dealing with business interests, emergency financial remedies, pensions and trust assets and complex income structures. Valued for his calm, pragmatic manner, Paul recognises that each client has different circumstances and different needs and adopts a holistic approach to his cases. He is a member of the Family Mediation Council and a committee member of Resolution, as well as Vice Chair of the Berkshire & Buckinghamshire Resolution Group.

Professional, quality solicitors, extremely efficient and courteous service. I always use this firm.

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Boyes Turner

Abbots House, 189 Abbey St, Reading RG1 3BD, UK

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Field Seymour Parkes

1 London St, Reading RG1 4PN

Sue Baker

Field Seymour Parkes

Reading

Highly recommended and recognised as a leader in her field in The Legal 500 and Chambers UK, Sue is described as “outstanding” with the “ability to digest all facets of the information given, and act on it in a straightforward and effective manner”. With over 25 years’ experience and one of the firm’s Partners, she advises on divorce or separation, particularly in complex cases involving substantial assets including companies, share options and trusts. Sue also has expertise in advising Armed Forces personnel in respect of pension sharing. Her work also includes complex cases involving children, often conducting her own advocacy in cases concerning where children shall live, whether they can be taken abroad on holiday or permanently, enforcement of orders and abduction. Collaboratively trained and a qualified mediator, Sue believes in taking a positive and proactive approach to resolving disputes and boasts a wealth of experience helping clients to reach fair and amicable settlements.

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Field Seymour Parkes

1 London St, Reading RG1 4PN

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Hewetts Solicitors

55-57 London St, Reading RG1 4PS

Martin Chambers

"Efficient"

Hewetts Solicitors

Reading

Recognised as one of the area’s family law specialists, Martin is a talented family law solicitor with a career spanning over 40 years. Practising exclusively in family and matrimonial law, he deals with a variety of cases, from the straightforward to the highly complex, involving divorce and civil partnership dissolution and the associated financial issues, children disputes between married and unmarried parents, including parental responsibility and child arrangements, specific issue and prohibited steps orders, and claims under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA) where the parties are unmarried. Martin is also instructed in wealth protection matters including cohabitation and separation agreements, as well as pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Seeking a speedy and cost-effective solution for each of his clients, he prides himself on his sympathetic yet constructive approach, and is a member of Resolution.

We've used Hewetts for many years and hope to continue for many more. Professional, efficient and pleasant to work with - we've happily recommended to many others. Thank you Hewetts!

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Hewetts Solicitors

55-57 London St, Reading RG1 4PS

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Careys Law

The Blade, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BE, UK

Corrinne Carey

"Excellent"

Careys Law

Reading

Supporting her clients in navigating through the challenging and stressful times that a family break up can cause, Corrinne is able to deal calmly and sensitively with the most demanding of family cases and achieve the best outcomes for her clients. A Director at this reputable law firm supporting clients in the Reading area, she handles divorce and separation, family finances, children law, domestic abuse, grandparents’ rights, and care proceedings. As a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, she provides advice and representation to parents and grandparents with sensitivity, diligence and empathy in often challenging, complex cases where children face being removed from their parents’ care. Undertaking most of her own advocacy, in all types of court hearings, enhances Corrinne’s knowledge of each case and provides consistency of representation for her clients.

I was extremely happy with the service I received from Carey's Law. I used this firm for legal advice. The service I received from start to finish was excellent. I would fully recommend Carey's Law.

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Careys Law

The Blade, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BE, UK

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Dexter Montague

105 Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7UD, UK

Stephanie Alderwick

"Friendly"

Dexter Montague

Reading

Stephanie is an experienced solicitor with an approach that has been commended as sensitive yet assertive and with a proven track record in family law cases. With a career spanning over 35 years, she offers advice and assistance on divorce and separation, the division of property and assets and issues relating to children. Collaboratively trained and a member of Resolution, Stephanie endeavours to provide realistic advice and helps clients to focus on the decisions that they need to make, including the right process for them to reach an agreement without the need for court proceedings. She also sits as a Deputy District Judge.

Wouldn't choose any other, lovely staff. Professional and friendly

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Dexter Montague

105 Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7UD, UK

Suzanne Daley

Caversham Solicitors

51A Church St, Caversham, Reading, Berkshire RG4 8AX, UK

Louise Minifie

Thomas Mansfield

Token House, 11/12 Tokenhouse Yard, London EC2R 7AS

Gavyn Simpson

Couchman Hanson

Charter Walk, West St, Haslemere GU27 2AD, UK

Sharon Micuta

Parfitt Cresswell

Curzon House, 24 High Street, Banstead, SM7 2LJ, England

Kerry Fretwell

Penningtons Manches Cooper

Matrix House, Basing View, Basingstoke, RG21 4DZ, England

Jasbinder Dail

Rowberry Morris

17 Castle Street, Reading, RG1 7SB

Claire Dyer

Blandy & Blandy

330 High Holborn, London, UK

Paul Linsell

Boyes Turner

Abbots House, 189 Abbey St, Reading RG1 3BD, UK

Sue Baker

Field Seymour Parkes

1 London St, Reading RG1 4PN

Martin Chambers

Hewetts Solicitors

55-57 London St, Reading RG1 4PS

Corrinne Carey

Careys Law

The Blade, Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BE, UK

Stephanie Alderwick

Dexter Montague

105 Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7UD, UK