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Previously Hatton Law, always compassionate family solicitors in Chatham, Kent
TrustScore 4.7
2753 reviews
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Helping families across the UK for over 50 years
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Guiding you through the process from the very start
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Matching you with the right lawyer for your needs
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Tailoring our services for you and your circumstances
Leading family lawyers
Previously known as Hatton Law, our Chatham family solicitors combine an established presence in the Medway area with the knowledge and resources of a national family law team. We advise individuals and families across Chatham, Walderslade, Rochester, Gillingham and the surrounding parts of Kent on divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements and other family law matters.
Overseen by Managing Partner Emma Newman, the team supporting our Chatham office is recognised in The Legal 500 2027. The directory recognises the teams strength across financial and children disputes, including cross-border and high-net-worth matters involving complex assets and sensitive safeguarding concerns. The team also draws on our in-house forensic accountants to provide clients with a clear understanding of complex financial arrangements.
Emma is ranked as an Eminent Practitioner by Chambers UK 2027, where she is described as “very capable, focused and a good solicitor”. Stowe is also recognised as “a well-known and well-respected firm with a reputation for excellence”. Our lawyers combine clear, realistic advice with a compassionate approach, helping you make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.
Our family law services in Chatham
Divorce and separation
Pre and postnuptial agreements
Finances
Children’s solicitors
Fertility law
Cohabitation agreements
Domestic abuse support
Divorce and separation
Our divorce solicitors in Chatham have more than 30 years of experience. Therefore, if you are looking for advice regarding your separation – including civil partnership dissolution – we can smoothly guide you through the process.
Divorce lawyers
Pre and postnuptial agreements
If you want to keep your assets protected, our lawyers can draft both prenuptial contracts and postnuptial agreements, so you have the reassurance you need.
Prenuptial agreement solicitors
Finances
Splitting the finances in divorce is a simple task, but we specialise in complex financial disputes, so you’re in safe hands with us.
Financial settlement solicitors
Children’s solicitors
We recognise just how difficult this process can be for kids, which is why our children’s law specialists always ensure the children’s wellbeing always comes first.
Child law solicitors
Fertility law
Our team of lawyers in Chatham understand that growing your family isn’t always as easy as it seems. Our fertility law experts will always be by your side for any advice you may need.
Fertility lawyers
Cohabitation agreements
Did you know that unmarried couples living together have very minimal rights? We work closely with our clients to put a cohabitation agreement in place ensure you have some protection.
Cohabitation lawyers
Domestic abuse support
If you are experiencing abuse, it can be hard to know who you can trust. Stowe’s domestic abuse solicitors are people you can trust and turn to for whatever you need during your case.
Domestic abuse solicitors
Our team of Chatham family lawyers
Office address
Suite 6
8 Chestnut Avenue
Walderslade
Chatham
ME5 9AJ
All in-office appointments are by pre-arrangement only.
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Emma Newman is a good leader and sets a great example for the team.
Chambers UK 2027, Family/Matrimonial: The South
Stowe is a well-known and well-respected firm with a reputation for excellence.
Very approachable and down to earth firm, despite managing a large number of complex and/or high-value cases.
Legal 500 on our Kent family lawyers (2026 edition)
The team is very friendly and very client focused, dealing well with children disputes.
Legal 500 on our Kent family lawyers (2026 edition)
They do all types of family work, which means clients can use them for both finance and children work – including international work.
Legal 500 on our Kent family lawyers (2026 edition)
How to find our Chatham law office
You can find Stowe Family Law’s Chatham office at:
Suite 6, 8 Chestnut Avenue, Walderslade, Chatham, ME5 9AJ
Our office is on Chestnut Avenue in Walderslade and a 26-minute walk from the Lordswood Close bus stop. For clients arriving by car, there are two YourSpace car parks nearby – both on Maidstone Road.
Our phone lines are open from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Our Chatham office supports clients across Kent, including Gillingham, Rochester, Maidstone and the wider Medway area. With additional nearby offices in Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Bromley, we can offer flexible support across the region. Clients can choose between face-to-face meetings at our Walderslade office or remote appointments, depending on what is most convenient.
We offer an award-winning service
Why choose our law team in Chatham?
- Our Chatham solicitors are led by senior experts who have 30 years of experience in family law.
- We provide our clients with legal advice that is tailored to their situation.
- Our Client Services team listens to you and matches you with the best solicitor for your circumstances.
- We’re proud to be the largest team of specialist family solicitors in the UK.
- Clients in Chatham rate us as ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.
- Our lawyers are members and specialists of Resolution.
- The team supporting Chatham is ranked in The Legal 500 2027.
- Our Chatham solicitors work with a team recognised by The Legal 500 2027, and Managing Partner Emma Newman is an Eminent Practitioner in Chambers UK 2027.
- Information provided by Review Solicitors shows that of our clients who live in Chatham, 94% would recommend us to friends and family.
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Trusted divorce lawyers
Our solicitors work closely with our in-house forensic accounting team. Our specialists have years of knowledge in tax, property, valuations, accounts and pensions, so you can trust that with us, you’ll get a clear understanding of your financial situation.
We’ll make sure that you are informed every step of the way. This ensures you feel confident in your divorce settlement and that it has everything you need to move forward with life, confidently.
What our clients say
Luanne Morton
Nov 2025
Luanne has been fantastic in helping me navigate the complexities of my divorce, child arrangements, and potential financial orders. Her advice was always delivered professionally, yet in a way that was easy to understand and empathetic to the emotional rollercoaster I’m currently experiencing.
Stowe Family Law, as a firm, were transparent from the beginning about the potential costs and stages of my case. This honesty gave me clarity and peace of mind, knowing that everything was being managed properly.
—A Matthews
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Neve Morton
Sep 2026
It was a good meeting with Neve, she gave me plenty of information and advice for me to think over and make the next step forward.
—Mary Maughan
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Stowe
Dec 2019
Surby has been extremely professional and thorough through all of my dealings with her. Always takes the time needed and never feel rushed or not important. Would highly recommend!
—Mr C
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Nastassia Burton
Aug 2019
Thank you to Hannah and Nastassia, who were invaluable in getting me through a difficult divorce. I was taken through the process in detail, my questions were answered and every detail was taken into consideration. They made the process as speedy as possible and along with succinct and clear communication, were thorough, fair, transparent and precise. Very much appreciated was the care taken emotionally while remaining appropriately business-like which made an unpleasant situation as painless as possible. Many, many thanks for your excellent work on my behalf.
—Mrs S
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Beth Sheridan
Mar 2023
Beth was great!
Beth explained everything well and was very practical in her advice.
—Sandy
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Stowe
Aug 2026
From the initial strategy meeting right up until proposing the settlement offer Hannah has been amazing. I have felt heard and validated, she has offered sound advice and always kept me informed.
She has made this process stress free and gone above and beyond. Genuinely could not have asked for anyone better to act on my behalf.
—A Lloyd
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Pooja Patel
Aug 2026
I would just like to say a huge thank you to Pooja Patel who worked on my Divorce case for me after months of stress prior to finding Stowe Law and instructing Pooja. From the very first call Pooja was helpful, compassionate, professional and informative. Pooja made an incredibly stressful experience in my life more manageable and handled everything, whilst helping me understand the process. My divorce case went back to court and without Pooja’s support and professionalism and vast knowledge I am not sure I would have had the outcome I had. I am forever grateful and would highly recommend Stowe law.
—K Sparke
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Hollie Murray
Nov 2022
Excellent advice and guidance given on a very sensitive issue. Hollie was incredibly friendly and compassionate to my position. Received written advice and guidance within 48 hours.
—M J
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More about our Chatham family law solicitors
More about our Chatham family law solicitors
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Which family court will I attend if I’m based in Chatham?
If you are based in Chatham or the surrounding area and a hearing is required, your case will usually be heard at Medway County and Family Court at Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham (ME4 4AR). Our solicitors will ensure you are fully prepared and supported throughout the process.
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Where is Medway Family Court and how do I get there from Chatham?
Medway County and Family Court is located at Gun Wharf on Dock Road, overlooking the River Medway and close to Chatham Waterfront, Chatham Historic Dockyard and the town centre. From Chatham Station, the court is around a 15–20 minute walk via Railway Street and The Brook towards the waterfront and Dock Road.
From our Chatham office at 8 Chestnut Avenue, Walderslade (ME5 9AJ), the court is approximately a 10–15 minute drive via City Way and the A2 towards Chatham Waterfront and Gun Wharf. Nearby cafés include Starbucks and Costa Coffee in the Pentagon Shopping Centre and independent favourite Café Nucleus on Chatham High Street if you arrive early.
If driving, parking is available at Gun Wharf Car Park and the Pentagon Centre Car Park within walking distance of the court.
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