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Family Lawyers Trusted Across Chester
Stowe Family Law is widely considered one of the best family law firms in Chester, providing expert legal advice and representation for a wide range of family law cases. Our team of experienced family law solicitors have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality service and positive outcomes for our clients with our legal knowledge.
Our family law services in Chester
Divorce
Divorce and Separation
Our divorce lawyers in Chester have been helping couples navigate their divorce or civil partnership dissolution for more than 30 years, so you’re in safe hands with us.
Child Law
Children’s Solicitors
Our child law solicitor, Rebecca Finnigan, a Recommended Lawyer by Legal 500, has worked on numerous child cases, with issues including non-compliance and enforcement.
Prenuptial Agreements
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Whether you need a prenuptial agreement or a postnuptial contract, our solicitors can draft an agreement to keep your assets protected.
Finances
Financial Settlements
Managing Partner, Helen Miller, ranked Band 4 by Chambers and Partners, works closely with couples to guide them through the process of separating finances during a divorce.
Cohabitation
Cohabitation Agreements
A living together agreement ensures unmarried couples who live together have at least some rights.
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Abuse Support
We understand that this time can be extremely vulnerable, which is why our domestic abuse solicitors provide support and care from the very beginning.
Fertility Law
Fertility Law
Fertility law can be extremely complex, but our Chester lawyers make the complicated understandable, so you feel confident in your decisions.
Featured services
Office address
Regus House
Business Park
Heronsway
Chester
CH4 9QR
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Our North West office group now spans from Greater Manchester, Merseyside, and Lancashire in the north, through Cheshire, and into North Staffordshire. We have a number of notable lawyers who feature in the UK Legal 500 directory and UK Chambers & Partners as regional experts in their field. Many of the team are also family law specialists accredited by national Family Law organisation Resolution. We are dedicated to achieving the right outcomes for our clients with a pragmatic, knowledgeable approach tailored to each case. Our services cover all aspects of family breakdown, including complex high net worth financial disputes, child arrangements (including internal and international relocation), grandparents’ rights, and private adoption. We are also skilled in addressing modern family issues, such as cohabitee disputes and pre/post-nuptial agreements.
Visiting Stowe Family Law Divorce Lawyers Chester
Stowe Family Law’s Chester office is located in:
Regus House, Business Park, Heronsway, Chester, CH4 9QR
Our Chester office can be found at Regus House, just 2.7 miles south of Chester city centre following the A483. The office is also accessible from the North Wales Expressway (A55) if you take junction 38.
There is ample parking available at the Regus Chester building. The office can also be accessed by bus, if you take the number 1 or X4 and get off at Lakewood Bus Stop.
We also have offices in Liverpool and Nantwich for clients who may find it easier to visit an alternative location.
Our phone lines are open from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday
and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday
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We offer an award-winning service
Successful family solicitors & divorce lawyers in Chester
With an emphasis on resolving complicated financial issues and defending the welfare of children through a divorce or separation, we have extensive expertise advising and representing clients in all aspects of family law. Our clientele range from wealthy people with complicated finances to local professionals with simpler issues.
Our family law team is experienced in handling all aspects of family law, including divorce proceedings, financial settlements, child custody, civil partnerships, domestic violence, and cohabitation agreements. We also have expertise in dealing with high net worth individuals and business owners, and are able to offer confidential and professional advice on pre-nuptial agreements.
We understand that every case is unique and requires a tailored approach. That’s why we offer a free initial advice consultation to all of our clients, to help them understand the legal process and their options.
On your side
We will listen, advise and guide you through the legal and practical process of divorce and other family law matters. Ideally, we will work to settle out of court but are equally experienced in litigation and have a strong and robust approach.
Whether you need assistance with cohabitation disputes, difficult divorce proceedings, child arrangements or even a relationship breakdown, our divorce solicitors are here to offer a highly professional service at this stressful time, to ensure the desired outcome, no matter how unique circumstances may be.
We understand that family law cases can be incredibly stressful and emotional, which is why we strive to provide our clients with a sympathetic ear and a constructive approach to resolving their disputes. Whether you are going through a divorce, a civil partnership dissolution, or a cohabitation dispute, we provide an experienced family solicitor whom will work with you to achieve the best outcome for you and your family.
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Family Lawyers
Our family law solicitors in Chester are committed to providing a professional service in a timely and efficient manner. We have a thorough understanding of the law and are able to provide expert technical advice to help our clients achieve their desired outcome. Our goal is to resolve disputes in a way that is in the best interests of our clients and their children.
At Stowe Family Law, we have a strong reputation for providing a high-quality service to our clients. Our clients have praised us for our professionalism, legal knowledge, and efficiency. We have successfully handled a number of notable cases, which have been reported in the media.
We offer a confidential service for any divorce process, whether that be a family dispute or any financial aspects. We provide technical expertise to ensure the financial settlement you are looking for.
Client success stories
Nov 2025
Esher: Dedicated support through challenging divorce settlement
Our lawyers supported a client through a difficult divorce and financial settlement with care, compassion, and expert guidance, achieving a fair resolution.
Nov 2025
Esher: Supportive advice in child arrangements case
Our solicitors helped a parent through a challenging child arrangements case, providing clear advice and compassionate support to achieve the best outcome for their child.
Nov 2025
Esher: Guiding a client through divorce and financial settlement
Our family law solicitors guided a client through a challenging divorce and financial settlement, providing empathy and tireless dedication to help achieve a fair outcome.
Nov 2025
Esher: Professional support through complex financial settlement
We supported a client through a complex financial settlement with professionalism and empathy. With clear legal guidance and steady reassurance, we helped them reach a fair outcome and move forward with confidence.
Oct 2025
Guildford: Compassionate advice for client rebuilding life post separation
When her husband left suddenly, our client needed urgent advice. With compassionate support and clear legal advice, our family law solicitors helped her regain stability, protect her home, and move forward with confidence.
Oct 2025
Guildford: Navigating a client through an emotional divorce
When a client faced a highly stressful and emotional divorce, our family law solicitors provided steady guidance, clear advice, and reassurance through every stage of the process.
Why choose Stowe Family Law solicitors Chester?
In addition to their many years of experience, our team members all around the country collectively have hundreds of years of experience in family law. We are the largest family law specialist in the UK, providing you with efficient service and knowledge locally regarding dispute resolution and court proceedings for all family members.
Our client-centric approach has seen us recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for our commitment to outstanding client service and client success.
Along with their many years of experience, our team members around the nation have hundreds of years of combined family law experience. We are the largest family law firm in the UK, offering you specialised assistance and local experience.
Clients often talk about our compassion, empathy and our ability to find the right solution. We are great solicitors who provide an excellent service and a positive outcome for our clients.
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Kelsey Faulkner
Jun 2025
I wouldn't have made it this far without you and I will forever be grateful for all the amazing work and support you have provided.
—Anon
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Kelsey Faulkner
Jun 2025
You have been absolutely fantastic, and I really appreciate all the help and assistance you’ve provided over the last few months. I couldn’t be happier with your service!
—Anon
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Kelsey Faulkner
Jun 2025
Your practical advice and empathy were invaluable and helped me to see the situation more clearly and to know what to do next
—Anon
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Kelsey Faulkner
Jun 2025
Feeling much more reassured and positive after your advice. This will change my whole life going forward.
—Anon
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Kelsey Faulkner
Jun 2025
I can't speak more highly of my solicitor Kelsey who has been by my side every step of the way. They truly care and will work day and night to support you with your case. Simply put I would have lost all hope of seeing my children again without them and because of the work they have done my children’s lives are looking considerably better and more hopeful than they were just a week ago.
—Anon
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Helen Miller
Mollie Greenwood
Nayab Fahim
Nicole Turner
Mar 2025
So some well deserved thanks rather than frustration. Huge new year thanks to Helen whose understanding the first few calls as well managed to keep checking in when I was moving at a snails pace. Not getting off the bottom step of the escalator for so long. Nicole for my mountain of emails trying to reduce cost when probably better to have picked up the phone. Followed by anxious chats. Mollie and Nayab swiftly stepping in as and when needed.
—Mrs B
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Emily Davies
Nov 2024
I cannot put into words how grateful I am for your due diligence, attention to detail and sticking with me through this process. I know this case has gone on longer than would normally be warranted in these situations but I am so pleased with how you have handled this important issue for me and I truly thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your support through my case
—Mr S
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Emily Davies
Apr 2024
A huge thank you from me. Since you have taken on my case, I have always felt completely reassured with this huge ordeal actually just feeling like something going on in the background as I have full confidence in you. This has allowed me to focus on quality time with my family and also for me to focus on my career. Yesterday I secured a big promotion and I would not have been able to without the peace of mind and stability you have brought to my life. THANK YOU!!
—Ms G N
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About our family law solicitors in Chester
About our family law solicitors in Chester
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Divorce law
Whether you’re looking to divorce your partner, or you’re responding to a divorce application made by your spouse, you’ll be looking for expert help and support.
The divorce process can be difficult to navigate, and for many, it can instil a sense of anxiety and confusion; which is why we take great care to outline the emotional, practical and legal challenges that lie ahead whilst providing practical next steps so that you can move forward to achieve the outcome you need.
We can provide guidance on completing the divorce application, through to negotiating financial settlements and child custody (child arrangement orders).
Our expert team is based in offices located on in Regus House on Herons Way (CH4) so we’re well placed to help you if you’re looking for divorce solicitors Chester.
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How do I begin a divorce?
All you need to do to start your divorce is get a divorce application. There are two different ways to apply for a divorce: either by yourself as a sole applicant or with your ex as joint applicants. Our Chester divorce solicitors recommend figuring this out prior to starting your divorce to prevent any delays which can cost extra time and money for all parties involved.
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What do I need to do to respond to a divorce application?
In order to respond to a divorce application, you just need to state you have the application and if you want to dispute it. However, the legal jargon can make it confusing to know if you have done it ‘right’. Why not reach out to our lawyers in Chester? We’ll be more than happy to guide you through the process in terms you understand.
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How do I set up arrangements for child custody?
We recognise just how difficult it is to agree on child arrangements (previously known as child custody). The important thing to remember throughout it all is your child or children and ensuring you are doing what is best for them. Working with a child law specialist can help you and your ex to reach an agreement that is suitable for everyone.
As experts in family law, you can trust our team has the skills and experience to help you through this trying time.
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Can you help me with my divorce settlement?
No two marriages are alike and the same can be said about a couple’s finances. Attempting to divide years of finances can be tricky, so having a specialist in your corner often brings a peace of mind. We’ve helped numerous clients in Chester with their financial settlement, so you’re in safe hands with us.
Our financial lawyers will cover a wide range of assets, such as property, international assets, pensions, assets you had before you were married, and more. We’ll work with you to build a divorce settlement that ensures you have everything you need to move forward with life after divorce.
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Do your Chester lawyers help with civil partnership dissolution?
Ending any type of relationship is never easy. When it comes to dissolving a civil partnership, it’s important to know that you can only dissolve it if you have been in your partnership for a year. As well as that, the grounds for dissolution are different to divorce, so you need to decide this too.
Once you have reached this milestone, you will receive the same benefits to couples who are getting divorced. However, you will still need to organise the financial settlement or any child arrangements. Our expert lawyers will be more than happy to help you navigate this tricky time.
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Updates from our Chester office
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Why choose Stowe Family Law Chester?
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When your relationship feels complicated and unsolvable, our team of professional divorce lawyers in Chester are by your side.
Whether you are facing divorce, dissolving a civil partnership, dealing with financial matters, need a child arrangements order or a cohabitation agreement…
Our expert Chester family solicitors will guide you through the process with care and empathy, so you can move forward in life from a position of renewed strength.
With family lawyers in Chester and across Cheshire, we are the UK’s largest specialist family law firm, and the go-to choice for a solicitor for divorce in the area.
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