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Award-winning family law solicitors in Kent
Stowe Family Law is an award-winning team of family solicitors. We’re recognised for our pragmatic yet compassionate approach to all matters of family law – from separation and finances to child law matters. Our multiple Kent family law offices mean we’re able to help a wide range of families in this region.
Legal 500 classifies us as a ‘Leading Firm’, and our Kent family lawyers are led by Emma Newman, a Legal 500 Recommended Lawyer. They say Stowe Family Law is: “Very approachable and down to earth firm, despite managing a large number of complex and/or high-value cases.”
We recognise this time is already difficult enough, and don’t want to add any extra strain. This is why our team of lawyers in Kent are both Resolution members and specialists, meaning we take a non-confrontational approach to all our cases. Our friendly and approachable team will listen to your case and ensure you have the best solution to succeed. Plus, we solve 80% of our cases outside of court – which saves our clients time, money, and unnecessary stress.
From our years of experience, we know that no two cases are the same. Therefore, our solicitors provide bespoke solutions to ensure every client has a first-class strategy. We’ll keep you updated in a timely and jargon-free manner, so you and your loved ones feel confident in the decisions you’re making regarding your future.
We offer an award-winning service
Our family law services in Kent
Divorce and separation
Children’s solicitors
Pre and postnuptial agreements
Finances
Cohabitation
Domestic abuse support
Fertility law:
Divorce and separation
Our Kent divorce solicitors have years of experience advising their clients through divorce as well as dissolving a civil partnership. We’ll provide emotional support and legal guidance through this time, even in the most complex of cases.
Children’s solicitors
One of our Partners, Ashley Le-Core, specialises in child law matters. Recognised by The Law Society, he has years of experience in this area, so you can trust that we’ll ensure your children are prioritised and that their wellbeing is always at the forefront of our minds.
Pre and postnuptial agreements
Senior Associate, Louise Forsyth, a member of Resolution, has years of experience in drafting both prenuptial agreements and postnuptial contracts. She’ll listen to your needs and ensure your most prized possessions are protected.
Finances
Joanne McDonald, Senior Associate, is a specialist financial divorce lawyer who is also a member of Resolution. She works with many of our clients – from straightforward financial issues to complex financial circumstances. Whatever your financial situation, we’re here to help.
Cohabitation
Our cohabitation solicitors in Kent can draft a living together agreement. Couples who live together but aren’t married have fewer rights, so we’ll work with you, listening to your unique circumstances, to ensure that you have the rights you deserve.
Domestic abuse support
It’s essential you have a domestic abuse lawyer you can trust. Our team will always be here to provide care and support. We’ll make sure you begin to feel safe again and have everything you need to move forward with life.
Fertility law:
Growing a family isn’t always as simple as it sounds. Our fertility law experts will be here to advise you every step of the way. From LGBTQ+ parenting to couples wanting to grow their family after infertility, we provide advice and support whatever your circumstances.
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Rachel Roberts
UK Managing Director
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
"Rachel Roberts is excellent. She is efficient, effective and pragmatic with her advice" (Legal500)
Rachel has been with the firm for over 23 years and is now our UK Managing Director. Responsible for our legal operations across the UK, Rachel leads our growing team of over 200 lawyers to ensure our clients are provided with excellent service and legal advice.
Emma Newman
Managing Partner, Surrey, Sussex & Kent
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Having been through a divorce myself, I understand the emotional issues and the need to support people throughout their case. I am known for my friendly, down-to-earth manner and practical approach. I was awarded Family Lawyer of the Year at the SLS Legal Awards in 2019.
Ashley Le-Core
Partner, Kent
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Ashley handles all areas of family law, including, but not limited to, injunctions, children arrangements, divorce and finances, Special Guardianship and relocation out of the jurisdiction applications.
Joanne McDonald
Senior Associate, Tunbridge Wells
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Joanne is a senior associate working in our Tunbridge Wells office with a particular interest in financial remedy cases.
Louise Forsyth
Senior Associate, Kent
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
With a constructive and bespoke approach, I have extensive experience in contested children matters, as well as divorce and financial remedy disputes.
James Leach
Associate, Guildford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
James is an associate based in our Guildford office.
Jenni Morrow
Associate, Kent
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Jenni joined Stowe in 2024 working out of our Tunbridge Wells office and supports clients across Kent including in her current hometown of Ashford.
Samantha Edwards
Associate, Kent
Divorce Financial Settlements Child Maintenance Children Disputes
Samantha is an Associate in our Tunbridge Wells team.
Sophie Thayre
Associate, Kent
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Sophie deals with all aspects of family law matters including separation and divorce, matrimonial finances and children matters.
Alexia Papachrisostomou
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Alexia is a Solicitor based in our Tunbridge Wells law office.
Lucinda Steer
Family Law Executive, Tunbridge Wells
Divorce
Lucinda is a Family Law Executive based in Stowe's Tunbridge Wells office.
Cassie Britton
Legal Assistant, Kent
Legal Assistant
Cassie is a Legal Assistant based at our Tunbridge Wells office
Khaila Reid
Legal Assistant, Kent
Legal Assistant
Khaila joined Stowe Family Law as a Legal Assistant in 2022.
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With over 90 offices nationwide, we're always within reach
Why choose Stowe Family Law’s Kent solicitors?
- Our Kent legal team is led by senior experts who have 30+ years of combined experience in family law.
- Our solicitors provide every one of our clients with tailored advice that is unique to their circumstances.
- Multiple office locations around Kent – including Chatham, Sevenoaks, Canterbury, and Tunbridge Wells.
- Thanks to our Client Care team, you’ll be paired with the best lawyer for your needs.
- We’re proud to be the UK’s biggest team of specialist family solicitors.
- 91% of our clients in Kent would recommend our services to family and friends, according to Review Solicitors.
- Our clients across Kent rate us ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.
- Our solicitors are Resolution members as well as specialists.
- We’re one of Legal 500’s ‘Leading Firms’, plus they rank us Band 4 for our expertise.
- Emma Newman, who leads our Kent team of lawyers, is recognised by Chambers & Partners as an Eminent Practitioner.
- We’re both recognised and listed by The Law Society for our knowledge in family law.
Stowe are specialist family lawyers with a huge number of excellent solicitors to choose from. Some are specialist children practitioners and others are money specialists.
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Protect your assets with our financial experts by your side
We understand that getting divorced can be incredibly stressful, and you will want the best team by your side. That’s why our Kent divorce solicitors work closely with our in-house accounting team. They have years of experience in tax, property, valuations, accounts, and pensions.
This means that they will be able to provide you with a thorough understanding of your financial situation. We’ll be by your side throughout the process to ensure you and your family get the best financial settlement possible.
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Samantha Edwards
Jun 2024
I met with Samantha Edwards and I was instantly put at ease. She was super friendly and as the meeting progressed i was very impressed with how professional, knowledgeable, and personable she was. I’ve never had to meet with a solicitor before so Samantha really did put my mind at ease with what to expect moving forward with my divorce and I really felt like she has my best interest at heart and will do all she can to represent me in the best way possible. Divorce is not something I wanted, but now I am in this position I feel more confident with Samantha as my solicitor.
—Mrs B
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Samantha Edwards
Jun 2024
I instructed STOWE family law for an urgent pressing and stressful matter, one where my ex threw many false allegations and made seing my dear children and impossibility. After meeting Samantha Edwards I was reassured that I had every chance to see my children. Long story short, I can now happily and legally see my children. I am the happiest man alive and my children are bursting with joy again.
Yes it was expensive but all legal advice is, you literally pay for what you get, and what I got was a first class service. Samantha was incredibly kind and understanding and made me feel like I could wake up in the mornings with confidence, you simply cannot put a price on that. Thanks Samantha, thanks Stowe.
—Mr F
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Stowe
Sep 2020
Pensions all in order, thanks to your good work. You were very professional and would recommend you to anyone. Sincere thanks.
—Mr D
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Holly Lamb
Dec 2018
Thanks again for all of your very hard work, it achieved everything possible. You are fantastic at your job and a delight to deal with. If I possibly can, I would want you on my side for divorce proceedings.
—Mr S
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Holly Lamb
Jul 2018
Thanks for all your support and hard work in making my life a lot happier.
—Mrs S
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Holly Lamb
Jun 2018
I want to thank you for your exceptional services, it has been a real blessing and I will always consider you first if I ever need a solicitor again!
—Mrs M
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Holly Lamb
Feb 2018
Great at putting the legal jargon into lay person’s language
—Legal 500
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Where in Kent does Stowe Family Law have offices?
We have numerous law offices around Kent, including:
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What family court will I attend?
Across the Kent region there are various family courts, such as:
- Canterbury Combined Court and Family Court Hearing Centre
- Maidstone Combined Court
- Medway County Court and Family Court
- Bromley County Court and Family Court
Which court you will attend is typically decided on your address or, if it is a child arrangements case, the address of your child. Your family lawyer will be able to provide exact details closer to the time.
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How much does divorce cost?
The total cost of your divorce is dependent on your individual circumstances. For couples who are divorcing amicably, we offer a fixed-fee divorce option. If your situation involves financial matters or child arrangements, our guide on how much divorce costs and our pricing information provides helpful information.
Your solicitor will also be able to give you an estimated cost, based on your specific needs.
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