A renowned family law expert, excellent strategist and described as “pragmatic, sensitive and personable”, Sebastian is Managing Partner at this well-regarded specialist family law firm and has been offering high quality legal advice and representation in family law matters for over 20 years. He has an excellent success rate in handling complex family cases, involving divorce, separation, marital finances, the dissolution of civil partnerships, and cases with an international element. Sebastian is particularly skilled at deciphering detailed financial matters within family disputes, involving multiple types of assets such as property, pension portfolios, investments, family businesses, and City bonus structures. He also has an enviable track record in cases relating to children, involving applications for child arrangements orders, special guardianship orders, substance abuse by parents, domestic violence cases and non-compliance with court orders. Well versed in wealth protection matters, he advises on and drafts pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Sebastian is a Resolution accredited specialist in complex financial remedies and Children Act cases and is a committed Chair of Resolution Essex and advocates a constructive and amicable approach to his cases, always pursuing the best outcome for his clients.

Making a real difference to her clients is high on Aneeta’s list of priorities and she is committed to offering clear and measured advice in her role as Partner and Head of the Family & Matrimonial Department. With a strong reputation in the Dartford area, she handles a diverse mix of cases, in ranging complexity, on divorce, private matters relating to children, disputes between unmarried couples, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, financial matters arising from a separation or divorce and injunction proceedings. Aneeta is an avid supporter of alternative methods of dispute resolution, such as mediation, arbitration, roundtable meetings and private FDR’s, and always aims to resolve matters in a non-confrontational and constructive manner. She is a member of Resolution and The Law Society’s Family Law Advanced Accreditation Scheme demonstrating proven excellence and a high level of knowledge in the area of family law.

Specialising in family law since 2008, Nicola is a well respected Partner and Head of the Matrimonial and Family Department at one of the longest established law firms in the Sevenoaks area. With an excellent reputation for providing a personalised service and offering practical, sensible advice, she is able to assist in family matters relating to divorce, financial settlements, arrangements for children, pre-nuptial agreements, separation agreements, domestic abuse cases and emergency court applications. A member of Resolution, Nicola finds constructive and cost effective solutions to a client’s problems, which includes positive approaches to dispute resolution.

Appreciated by his clients for his “impeccable attention to detail and unwavering support”, Stephen is a dedicated and highly accomplished family lawyer and divorce solicitor. With over 30 years’ experience under his belt, he has a wide and in-depth knowledge of a range of family issues, including divorce, separation, property and financial disputes arising from a relationship breakdown, cases relating to children, and domestic abuse. His practice also involves wealth protection matters for couples who want to make formal arrangements about property and finances at the beginning of their relationships or prior to marriage. Stephen is committed to offering exceptional care, tailoring his service to suit the needs and budgets of his clients whilst providing them with the best possible legal advice.

A Partner and specialist family law solicitor boasting an 18 year career, Matthew is well versed in all areas of family law with particular expertise in cohabitation disputes. Exceptionally popular with clients for his practical yet supportive manner, he promotes a non-confrontational approach to cases and works to achieve a fair outcome for all parties, within a reasonable timescale and cost. Matthew is a member of Resolution and a trained mediator, with the majority of his referrals coming from other local solicitors. He has been noted in the 2024 edition of Chambers UK for his expertise in family law.

Practising exclusively in family law for over 29 years, Jayne is a go-to expert and her varied caseload spans the entire spectrum of family work. Her practice includes divorce, separation, financial remedy proceedings including complex high-net-worth cases, cohabitee disputes and issues relating to the arrangements for children. As a member of Resolution and a collaborative lawyer, Jayne offers methods of dispute resolution that are designed to fairly meet the needs of both parties whilst ensuring to consider the sensitivities of her clients. She believes in tailoring her approach to each individual client not assuming that “one size fits all” and is a confident negotiator and court advocate, when required. Jayne is also able to handle contested probate matters and has considerable experience in Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act claims.

Extremely passionate about family law and dedicated to resolving matters as swiftly and amicably as possible, Laura approaches each case in a proactive and capable manner. With over 14 years’ experience, she offers advice and assistance on divorce, civil partnership dissolution, children matters, domestic abuse, and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Her caseload has also involved complex work supporting individuals with assets of high net worth. Collaboratively trained and a member of Resolution, Laura particularly enjoys using the process to achieve amicable, well-thought-out settlements for her clients, avoiding court and saving stress and expense.

Amarjit is a trusted professional who has earned a reputation for helping clients understand and manage the potential long term financial and emotional consequences of a relationship breakdown. With over 20 years’ experience and one of the firm’s Partners, he is instructed on a wide range of family cases, in particular divorce and remedy cases, with both high value cases as well as those where marital assets are limited. He is also able to advise on and draft pre-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. As a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, Amarjit is able to provide representation to children through their guardians, as well as parents in public law care proceedings brought by the Local Authority. Practical and compassionate, he is committed to seeking solutions that ensure the best interests of the children are treated as paramount. Amarjit speaks fluent Punjabi.

Aiming to take as much of the stress and uncertainty out of his family cases as far as possible, Stuart works closely with his clients to support them through relationship breakdown whilst finding creative legal solutions. A Partner and Head of the Family team, he uses his two decades of expertise to resolve matters involving divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial settlements, variations to enforcement orders, nuptial agreements, children issues, family property disputes, cross-border divorce cases, and injunctions for both domestic violence and financial matters. Stuart also works closely with other professionals such as tax specialists, accountants and financial planners, in order to provide a holistic service to his clients. He prides himself on his professional, empathetic approach to assist clients in understanding and dealing with complex and stressful cases.

Whether it is divorce, separation, financial provision, matters relating to children, domestic abuse cases or injunctions, Michelle is a highly skilled family law specialist who offers detailed, considerate and effective advice. She provides support and representation from the beginning of a case through to conclusion, and is able to offer her own advocacy to ensure consistency for her clients. Michelle is committed to resolving disputes in a non-confrontational, amicable manner and adheres to the code of practice outlined by Resolution, as a committed member. She is also an accredited mediator as well as a holder of the Help and Support for Separated Families Mark (HSSF) which reassures parents that a collaborative approach will be used making arrangements for the care of children.

Popular amongst clients, Tanya combines excellent legal knowledge with great empathy, and is committed to achieving a fair outcome for her clients. With a career spanning over 20 years, she offers advice and assistance on a range of family law matters including divorce, financial disputes, private Children Act proceedings, cohabitation agreements, and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Tanya holds an accredited specialism with Resolution in children law private and financial provision, as well as being a dedicated member, and will always seek methods of collaboration and negotiation, believing the court process should be viewed as a last resort.