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You can call us from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Please note that all in-office appointments are by pre-arrangement only.

Office address

25 Basepoint Business Centre
Aviation Business Park
Enterprise Close
Christchurch
BH23 6NX

Postal address

Stowe Family Law LLP
5th Floor
Minerva House
29 E Parade
Leeds
LS1 5PS

Successful divorce lawyers & family solicitors in Bournemouth

The family law team in Bournemouth are highly experienced in the complexities faced by individuals and families dealing with a family law issue. We’re constantly working with clients to resolve complex financial matters with multiple assets and provide advice concerning child living arrangements and how they spend their time with parents post-divorce. Our team are rapidly building a reputation of being not just the best lawyers in Bournemouth, but the best solicitors in Dorset.

Our clients range from high-net-worth families with substantial assets, income and investments to professional families and stay at home parents in the Bournemouth area.

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Our team of Bournemouth family lawyers
Catherine Day
Catherine joined Stowe Family Law as a Senior Associate in January 2022.
Senior Associate, Winchester, Southampton & Bournemouth
Alys Taylor
Alys joined Stowe as a Solicitor in early 2022.
Solicitor, Southampton, Winchester & Bournemouth
Elisabetta Morgan
Elisabetta is the Regional Team Leader for the London and South East managing a team of Le...
Regional Team Leader (London and South East)
 

Helping you before, during and after separation

We are highly experienced in advising and acting in all aspects of family law with a particular focus on resolving complex financial matters and protecting the welfare of children during a separation or divorce. Our clients range from high-net-worth individuals with complex financial circumstances to local professionals with more straightforward matters.

Asset protection

Whether you wish to protect your wealth or want to ensure your financial future is secured, our family solicitors in Bournemouth work hand-in-hand with our in-house accountancy team to obtain the best representation and outcome.

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What our clients say

If you are looking for an understanding family lawyer I can highly recommend Cath Porter. She is extremely professional and knowledgeable and always dealt with my divorce with empathy and compassion. I was kept informed every step of the way and always answered my queries in a timely manner. I cannot thank Cath enough for making the whole process of my divorce go as smooth as she did.
Client: Anon
Bethan has outstanding professionalism, is proactive rather than reactive and provides a service that is very responsive and friendly”
Client: Mrs C
5 out of 5 for service, response, dedication and commitment. Highly recommend Paul and his team. A very focused team on getting the best outcome
Client: Mr L
By reputation they are very good and are on the march. They have a very professional, impeccable and caring approach with excellent management of time scales. My experiences are of realistic advice, hard fighting and customer service above and beyond that which is usually offered. Stowe Family Law really care about their clients and work tirelessly to achieve the required outcome.
Client: Legal 500
I have known Paul for many years and consider him an expert in his field, when my personal circumstances changed and I was going through a difficult time he was the man I turned to. He dealt with my case both professionally and sensitively informing me of all of the options and repercussions along the way which was for me very important. I would not hesitate in recommending Paul to anyone who finds themselves in the position where they require the services Paul is qualified in and I would urge anyone to contact him first.
Client: Mrs F
Highly recommending Paul and his team in Winchester. They are the most reliable solicitors I came across and always go the extra mile to get the desired outcome.
Client: Mrs B
I would like to thank Paul Linsdell and the team at Stowe Family Law for their care and compassion during my divorce proceedings on both child and financial matters. From my very first dealings with Paul I felt supported; his calm demeanour and pragmatic advice I had the upmost confidence in. I was guided through each step of the process and Paul really listened and understood my wants and needs. Whilst I hope to never have to go through such a personally difficult time again, I would recommend Stowe Family Law (Winchester) to anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation.
Client: Ms A
Vicki is responsive, hardworking and has always remained professional. In particular she has knowledge and tactical expertise.
Client: Anon
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Visit our family law solciitors in Bournemouth

We can be found at 25 Basepoint Business Centre located in the Aviation Business Park, near to Bournemouth International Airport.

Easily accessible from the South of England, we give expert guidance on divorce and separation to clients in Bournemouth, across the county of Dorset as well as Poole, Christchurch, Wareham, Ringwood, Milford on Sea and other surrounding areas.

You can call our phone lines are open from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday.
and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Understanding what you're going through

  • Making family law easier to grasp

  • Helping to take the strain

  • Tailoring our services for you and your circumstances

Achieving the best outcome for you

Taking the first step in asking for legal assistance is often hardest. Family matters such as separation, child custody and maintenance are very serious and the approach you take and decisions you make now are likely to affect your life for years to come.

The first time you meet your divorce lawyer, they will focus on understanding your situation including: family structure and finances, separation circumstances and desired outcomes. You will then be advised on the legal processes and routes and options available to help you achieve those outcomes.

Apart from giving you direction, we aim for every client to walk away from the initial appointment with a clear plan and feeling calmer and confident, whether it be a separation, divorce, child or financial matter, or all of the above. This approach will increase your chances of achieving your goals and avoiding delays in the divorce process.

The first appointment is also an opportunity for you to decide if you want to entrust your case to us and the divorce solicitor giving you that initial advice. The first appointment will typically cover things like:

  • Starting the divorce process

    The person initiating the divorce submits a divorce application to the court and is thereafter known as the Applicant. If your ex-partner has already done that, then you will be referred to as the Respondent. The divorce process requires different actions of Applicants and Respondents at different times, and there are strategic implications for both, especially if one of you lives overseas.

  • How long your divorce is likely to take

    In England & Wales, for straightforward divorce cases, the process can take between 6 – 8 months. On average, the whole process takes approximately one year. Longer than 12 months is common for cases where there are drawn out disagreements on child and financial matters. It is impossible to predict exactly how long a divorce will take, though a good a divorce lawyer will help give you an educated estimate.

  • How much your divorce is likely to cost

    In England & Wales, a divorce costs £593 for the application, plus any solicitor fees and court fees (if applicable). Going to court tends to make divorce more expensive due to court, barrister and additional solicitor fees.

    The cleanest and most cost-effective divorces are those where both parties reach an agreement on how to divorce including arrangements for children and the division of assets. Doing so will minimise the amount of solicitor time and the possibility of litigation in court.

  • Who gets the children in a divorce

    Child arrangements depend largely on what the family decides, the suitability of each parent, the child’s wishes and where applicable, the ruling of a family court Judge. Resulting arrangements can include sole custody, where one parent is the sole caretaker of the child, joint custody and third-party custody where a third party such as a grandparent becomes responsible for the child’s welfare.

  • Your entitlement to the family home

    As a starting point in a divorce, assets are split 50:50.  As the family home is often the largest asset in the matrimonial pot, then it is common for it to be split between the parties. If a family has other assets, then the house could be given to one party and the other assets to the other.  Children are another factor that affects financial arrangements during a divorce. To answer this question accurately, a comprehensive understanding will be required of your family finances.

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    Why Choose Stowe Family Law Bournemouth?

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