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How we can help with spousal maintenance issues
read more- We help you to find the right path to reaching a fair agreement.
- We assess your entitlement or obligations by reviewing income, needs, assets, and the financial circumstances of both partners.
- We provide clear advice on your legal rights and explain how different types of maintenance may apply to your situation.
- We advise you on how much spousal maintenance a judge is likely to award you to inform any negotiations you have.
Meet our spousal maintenance team
Get expert advice and support tailored to your situation from our experienced legal team.
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.
Julian Hawkhead
Senior Partner
Divorce Financial Settlements Child Maintenance Civil Partnerships
Julian Hawkhead has extensive experience in all aspects of family law particularly in complex financial disputes. As the firm’s Senior Partner, Julian has been with the firm for over 20 years and has a reputation for his strategic thinking and ability to cut through to the key issues and solve the most intractable of cases. His clients are located around the country and overseas and he leads our national team of lawyers.
Jemma Slavin
Regional Director, London & South East
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
My experience has taught me that each case is unique so I deliver a bespoke service to clients, focusing on their needs and objectives. I am dedicated to resolving matters as amicably as possible but offer a robust approach to court litigation if required.
Louise Chipchase
Regional Director, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
I have extensive experience in all aspects of family law including divorce, separation, cohabitation and nuptial agreements. I frequently represent clients in high-net-worth cases whether they are wishing to protect their wealth or ensure their financial future is secure; adopting a strategic and compassionate approach throughout.
Beth Sheridan
Managing Partner, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Specialist domestic abuse support
I have over 25 years of experience across a wide range of family law matters arising from a relationship breakdown with significant experience in divorce and the accompanying financial settlements. I have also frequently represented parents, grandparents, and other family members in cases regarding child arrangements.
Christopher Birch
Managing Partner, Yorkshire and North East
Divorce Financial Settlements Child Maintenance Civil Partnerships
Sharp, knowledgeable and determined with a no-nonsense approach, I combine legal expertise of matrimonial finance and divorce with empathy to ensure my clients trust in me and know they are in safe hands and supported.
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.
Helen Miller
Managing Partner, North West
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Hardworking and tactically minded, I combine knowledge and experience with empathy to ensure my clients know they are in safe hands and supported. The Legal 500 describes me as a family lawyer who ‘shows outstanding commitment to her clients’.
Liza Gatrell
Managing Partner, Hampshire, Oxfordshire & Dorset
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Surrogacy
Liza has specialised in family law since 2008 and she is well known for her personal and practical approach.
Marjha Golding-Evans
Managing Partner, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Marjha specialises in High Net Worth Divorce and Financial Settlements, with a focus on handling complex cases involving farming and business/company disputes.
Nastassia Burton
Managing Partner, Leeds & Manchester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Jewish Divorce
As a family lawyer who “knows exactly how to achieve the best results for clients." (Legal500), I am experienced in all areas of family law with a focus on divorce, dealing with both financial and child proceedings. Nastassia works out of our Altrincham, Manchester & Knutsford offices.
Phoebe Turner
Managing Partner, London & Essex
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
"Great at putting the legal jargon into lay person's language" (Legal 500), I take a calm but robust attitude on all my cases, and work hard to protect my client’s position. I deal with all aspects of family law and I am well versed in handling complex and high-net worth cases often with an international element, operating from our London, Bromley and Richmond offices.
Rachel Watson
Managing Partner, Beds, Bucks and Herts.
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Rachel specialises in complex financial remedy proceedings and TOLATA matters.
Rebecca Calden-Storr
Managing Partner, Birmingham and West Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Specialist domestic abuse support
Determined and proactive, providing clear, strategic and cost-effective advice with compassion. I am a recommended solicitor in the Legal 500 with over 20 years of legal experience
Samantha Armour
Managing Partner, North Hampshire and Berkshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Child care proceedings Children Disputes
Samantha has knowledge and experience of various areas of family law for both married and unmarried couples including divorce, finances, children disputes, injunctive proceedings, cohabitee disputes and separation agreements.
Amy Langford
Team Leader Partner, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Domestic Abuse
Offering practical and realistic advice, I strive to help clients manage any long-term financial and emotional consequences of all family law matters, including divorce and child arrangements.
Angela Traynier
Team Leader Partner, Manchester and Liverpool
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Angela is a Team Leader Partner serving both Manchester and Liverpool.
Claire Cleary
Team Leader Partner, Birmingham and West Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
With over 15 years’ experience in family law, I specialise in handling divorces that result in complex and HNW financial disputes.
Elaine Morrison
Team Leader Partner, St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Surrogacy
Elaine specialises in various facets of family law, demonstrating a particular focus on Divorce, Finances and Modern Families.
Emma McMorrow
Team Leader Partner, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Emma is a Team Leader Partner in Stowe's London office.
Filomena Sterkaj
Team Leader Partner, Chelmsford, Bishop's Stortford & Colchester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Filomena is renowned for providing honest and clear client-focused advice, using a non-adversarial approach where possible and problem solving to resolve matters in the most effective way.
Florence Ashcroft-Lane
Team Leader Partner, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
I advise clients in respect of divorce and financial matters, as well as arrangements for children. I will offer you clear and cost-effective advice in an understanding and compassionate manner.
Gemma Davison
Team Leader Partner, Head of Oxford and Banbury
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Mediation
Gemma offers support and advice on surrogacy and fertility law, including; domestic and international surrogacy, donor conception, platonic co-parenting and single parent by choice.
Gemma Thew
Team Leader Partner, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & Dorset
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Gemma's methodical approach, coupled with her focus on fully understanding her client's circumstances, means that she delivers a tailored service supporting clients every step of the way.
Kate Newton
Team Leader Partner and Mediator, North Hampshire and Berkshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Mediation
Kate is a Team Leader Partner and mediator based in North Hampshire and Berkshire.
Katie Kilburn
Team Leader Partner, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Mediation
I deal with a range of different cases from a family breakdown with minimal assets to wealthy clients with assets worth several million pounds. Whatever the case, I am dedicated to first-class client care and adopt a personable and compassionate approach to support people through a difficult time. I am a qualified collaborative lawyer and Resolution Accredited Specialist in Complex Financial Remedies and Private Children.
Kate McCarthy
Team Leader Partner, Surrey
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Kate is a Team Leader Partner based in our Guildford office specialising in Family and Matrimonial law.
Lauren Roche
Team Leader Partner, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes Civil Partnerships
Lauren adopts a robust and pragmatic approach to resolving family law problems, providing clarity and support to clients and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes.
Maria Coster
Team Leader Partner, Sheffield
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Specialist domestic abuse support
"Extremely proficient at identifying clients’ main concerns” and an “intelligent and pragmatic lawyer, she works hard for her clients” (Legal 500). I am committed to providing clear and concise advice to obtain the best possible outcome for my clients, whether they are separating/divorcing, or in respect of children matters. I am noted as a Rising Star by The Legal 500 for 2020 and 2021, and a Next Generation Partner for 2022 to 2024 (inclusive).
Maya Bhatiani
Team Leader Partner, Essex & Kent
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
As a Partner in Stowe’s Chelmsford office, Maya has expertise in dealing with all areas of family law but has a particular interest in complex children and financial matters. Maya also supports the Bishops Stortford office.
Melanie Quinn
Team Leader Partner, St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
I combine compassion with a firm and pragmatic approach to achieve the best possible outcome for my clients. I advise on all aspects of divorce and separation with a focus on financial settlements and arrangements for children.
Niamh McCarthy
Team Leader Partner, Surrey & Sussex
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
My approach is to put my clients at ease from the outset and take time to discuss their objectives. I then offer clear and concise advice tailored to their needs. I have experience of a broad range of family law matters including divorce, cohabitation issues and domestic violence cases.
Nicky Hunter
Team Leader Partner, Newcastle, North Shields & Middlesbrough
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Rachel Fisher
Team Leader Partner, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
From the outset, my clients are my main priority and I will strive to reach a prompt and fair outcome to help reduce emotional and financial pressure. I focus on divorce and the financial and children issues arising from this. I also regularly advise cohabitating couples. I was awarded Junior Lawyer of the Year at the Bristol Legal Awards 2019.
Rachel Joyce
Team Leader Partner, Beverley
Divorce Financial Settlements Arbitration Civil Partnerships
I support people with all aspects of family law arising from the breakdown of a relationship be it a marriage, civil partnership or cohabitation. I listen with patience and sensitivity and work with compassion throughout to receive the best result possible for my clients.
Rebecca Finnigan
Team Leader Partner, Liverpool & Chester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Rebecca primarily focuses on divorce and financial remedy cases, however she has experience of child cases including issues of non-compliance and enforcement.
Rosanna Hounslow
Team Leader Partner, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Rosanna deals with all areas of family law but has a particular interest in complex children and matrimonial finance matters.
Sara Morton
Team Leader Partner, Birmingham and West Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes Civil Partnerships
Sara is approachable and professional in equal measure, using her years of experience to establish clients' individual needs and goals to guide them through their family law matters and achieve the best outcome.
Sarah Peters
Team Leader Partner, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Sarah specialises in matters involving financial remedy, divorce, disputes between cohabitees and Children Act matters.
Shanika Haynes
Team Leader Partner
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
I have been described by clients as kind, patient and understanding whilst giving sound, practical advice. My experience includes high-net-worth divorce cases, domestic abuse, rights of grandparents and children cases. I am part of the adoption team at Stowe and have dealt with a number of military family breakdowns. Shanika was awarded Family Law Associate Solicitor of the Year at the Family Law Awards 2022.
Sarah Townsend
Team Leader Partner, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Sarah is a Team Leader Partner based in our Nottingham office.
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.
Angela Sussens
Partner, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
Approachable and understanding, I believe in clear, practical advice to help clients stay grounded and resolve cases as swiftly and amicably as possible. The Legal 500 said I was a "splendid lawyer who attracts praise for ‘her friendly yet realistic approach’"
Anu Kaur
Partner, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
I started my training with a regional firm in Oxford before moving to Surrey and then Crisp & Co which was acquired by Stowe in 2023.
Camilla Burton-Baddeley
Partner, Altrincham & Warrington
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
I deal with all aspects of family law with a specialism in matrimonial finance and private law children cases, including international relocation. I support clients with my compassionate and supportive nature but tackle court litigation, if required, with a robust and strong approach. Camilla works out of our Altrincham, Chester and Warrington offices
Cheryl Grace
Partner, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Surrogacy
I combine a strong and robust approach with empathy and compassion as I guide my clients through a range of family law matters. My expertise lies in divorce, separation, sensitive children law issues and complex financial cases. I also have experience with surrogacy law.
Deborah Hatton
Partner, Kent
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Resolution Member
Deborah is a Partner based at our Chatham law office.
Georgina Nelson
Partner, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
Georgina has an empathetic and caring approach and always wants to ensure to resolve matters as amicably and cost-effective as possible.
Helen Taylor
Partner, Stony Stratford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children
Helen is a Partner in Stowe's Stony Stratford office.
Henry Crisp
Partner & Head of Client Proposition, Kingston
Divorce Financial Settlements Surrogacy Fertility
Henry is a specialist family lawyer, collaborative lawyer and mediator.
Holly Lamb
Head of International & Partner, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
“Adept at providing realistic and timely advice” (Legal 500), I lead the Stowe international team specialising in family cases with an international element including the Middle East, US and Europe. I frequently advise on cases with complex business and trust structures and when the enforcement of domestic or foreign court orders is required. I am also a Partner at the Nottingham office.
Jennifer Gray
Partner, London, Bromley & Richmond
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
Jennifer is known for being approachable and methodical, with a keen eye for detail, helping her to achieve clients' objectives swiftly and successfully.
Jennifer Hollyer
Partner, West Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Jennifer Hollyer is a Partner at our Birmingham office.
Jennifer Reddy
Partner, Manchester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Specialist domestic abuse support
Highly regarded for my friendly manner, I am committed to providing my clients with the advice, support and care they need along with the diligence and thoroughness required to obtain a swift resolution and the best possible outcome.
Joanna Newton
Partner, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Cohabiting Couples Domestic Abuse
I advise on all aspects of divorce with significant experience in complex financial and child law matters. My experience has taught me that every case is unique and from the outset I work with my client’s best interests at heart to ensure a cost-effective and fair outcome.
Jo Backwith
Partner, North Hampshire and Berkshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Jo specialises in all aspects of Family Law, including Divorce, financial matters and children.
Laura George
Partner, Southampton
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Laura is a Partner and has many years’ experience helping clients resolve all aspects of family law issues.
Luanne Morton
Partner, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Child Abduction Child Maintenance
Luanne has a pragmatic approach to resolving issues between parties whilst offering clear and practical advice.
Maryana Tuka
Partner, St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Maryana specialises in handling cases related to Separation, Divorce, Financial Relief, Private Children Act Matters, Domestic Violence, and TOLATA.
Michelle Bowyer
Partner, Oxfordshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children
Michelle is a Partner based in our Oxford, Swindon and Bicester offices.
Rashmita Vadher
Partner
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children
Rashmita is a Partner at our Cardiff law office.
Samantha Farndale
Partner, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Dedicated to resolving matters in a constructive and cost-effective fashion, I have experience in a broad range of family law matters including divorce, finances, child arrangements, and nuptial agreements.
Sarah Crilly
Partner, Newcastle, North Shields & Middlesbrough
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Sarah has been qualified for 23 years. She is highlighted for her practical approach and has been described as unflappable and diligent.
Sarah Hodges
Partner, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & Dorset
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
I work across all areas of family law including divorce, financial and children issues with significant experience in nuptial and separation agreements. Focused and thorough, I am renowned for my attention to detail and clear, concise advice, free of legal jargon. From the outset, I put my clients' needs first and will work, wherever possible, to reach the best possible outcome in an amicable way.
Siobhan Vegh
Partner, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Jewish Divorce
Siobhan practices all areas of family law with a particular emphasis on the financial elements of separation.
Shivi Rajput
Partner, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Surrogacy
Shivi is a partner working across Stowe's London offices.
Vicki Rawlins
Partner, Southampton
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
I deal with all aspects of family law and specialise in relationship planning and relationship separation work. I'm a Resolution accredited specialist in Private Child Law and Domestic Abuse and trained mediator.
Ailsa Choveau
Senior Associate
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Specialist domestic abuse support
Ailsa is a Senior Associate in our Reading law office.
Barbara Bitis
Senior Associate, Southampton
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Barbara is a senior associate with extensive experience across a wide range of family law matters.
Beth Courtney-Walker
Senior Associate
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Beth is a Senior Associate working at our Newcastle office.
Beth Duffy
Senior Associate, Chelmsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Beth is a Senior Associate at our Chelmsford law office.
Bethan Cooper
Senior Associate, Manchester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes Civil Partnerships
Bethan has experience with a diverse range of family law matters including divorce and separation, financial matters, cohabitation disputes and issues involving children.
Ciara Pugh
Senior Associate, London, Bromley & Richmond
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Ciara Pugh is a complete joy to work with. Her briefs are concise and she has almost always gone above and beyond to get the full context for her clients. What is most enjoyable is just how efficient she is. There’s never anything too small and she accepts the limitations that inevitably come with some hearings. I have to do markedly less client expectation management because Ciara hasn’t promised them the moon on a stick, unlike many others of her level of experience’. - Legal 500
David Allen
Senior Associate, Newcastle, North Shields & Middlesbrough
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Determined and compassionate, David adopts a no-nonsense approach, resolving family disputes in a constructive and amicable way where possible and guiding clients through the legal process with care.
Emel Hamit
Senior Associate, Chelmsford, Bishop's Stortford & Colchester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Emel prides herself on being approachable, responsive and providing the best possible service to all her clients.
Emily Beven
Senior Associate, North Hampshire and Berkshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Dedicated to resolving matters in a constructive and empathetic way, Emily has experience in a broad range of family law matters including divorce, finances, child arrangements, and nuptial agreements.
Faye Wright
Senior Associate, Stony Stratford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
Faye is a senior associate in our Stony Stratford office and a recommend lawyer in the Legal 500.
Gemma Artus
Senior Associate, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & Dorset
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
With experience in all areas of family law, including divorce and private child matters, I always focus on handling clients' needs with care.
Gemma Windle
Senior Associate, St Albans, Berkhamsted & Rickmansworth
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Gemma joined Stowe Family Law’s St Albans family solicitors office in January 2021.
Hannah Ross
Senior Associate, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
For each of my cases I start by listening to what the client wants to achieve and their concerns to ensure an appropriate strategy is put in place. My expertise lies in complex children matters often with social services involvement. I have also advised on domestic abuse cases and attended hearings up to High Court Judge level.
Hayley McConville
Senior Associate
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Hayley is a Senior Associate in our Liverpool and Manchester offices.
Heidi Susan Fleming
Senior Associate, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
Heidi is a senior associate in Stowe's Leeds office with experience of handling a broad range of clients.
Hollie Murray
Senior Associate, Newcastle, North Shields & Middlesbrough
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
Hollie has been ranked as an Associate to Watch in Chambers and Partners and a Leading Associate in Legal 500 for 2025.
Imrana Masters
Senior Associate, Stamford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Islamic divorce
Imrana is a senior associate in our Stamford and Peterborough offices, with a particular interest in private law children matters.
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.
Josephine Pilling
Senior Associate, Oxford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Josephine is a senior associate based in Stowe's Oxford office, with experience in a wide range of private family law matters.
Judit Kerese
Senior Associate, South West and Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Judit deals with all aspects of family law, with a particular interest in divorce and financial consequences of a relationship breakdown.
Kate Anderson
Senior Associate, Southampton
Divorce Financial Settlements Child care proceedings Child Maintenance
Kate specialises in divorce, finances, children and injunctive relief.
Kate Bouwmeester
Senior Associate, Chelmsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes Civil Partnerships
Kate's experience and attention to detail enables her to assist clients in a pragmatic manner with empathy and understanding.
Katy Jordan
Senior Associate, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
Katy specialises in divorce and separation, division of financial assets following the breakdown of marriage and private law children matters.
Laura Stocks
Senior Associate, Birmingham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Laura is a senior associate in our Birmingham office.
La-Toyah Phillips
Senior Associate, North Hampshire and Berkshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
La-Toyah is a senior associate working from our North Hampshire and Berkshire offices.
Lin Cumberlin
Senior Associate
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
Lin is a Senior Associate based in our Southampton law office.
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.
Martha Holland
Senior Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Martha is an Senior Associate in our London offices with experience across a broad range of private family law matters.
Molly Brindley
Senior Associate, Birmingham
Divorce Financial Settlements Child Maintenance Domestic Abuse
Molly joined Stowe Family Law's Birmingham team as a Solicitor in 2022.
Natalie Nero
Senior Associate, St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
Natalie specialises in all aspects of Family Law including divorce, finances, children disputes, cohabitation and nuptial agreements.
Nicola Beasley
Senior Associate, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & Dorset
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Nicola strives for amicable dispute resolution where possible, whilst prioritising the welfare of clients by adopting a holistic and focused approach.
Priyal Patel
Senior Associate, St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
I commenced my legal career as a paralegal at Duncan Lewis Solicitors in 2012. I successfully completed my training contract at the firm, qualifying as a Solicitor in 2015. I continued my legal career at Duncan Lewis where I also supervised a team of junior lawyers. In 2023, I joined Crisp & Co Solicitors as a Senior Assistant Solicitor. I joined Stowe’s St Albans office in December 2023.
Rachel Lander
Senior Associate, Stony Stratford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
Rachel is a Senior Associate in Stowe's Stony Stratford office.
Rosalyn Jacobs
Senior Associate, Chelmsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Rosalyn is a senior associate work in our Chelmsford office.
Sarah McLoughlin
Senior Associate, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
Sarah prides herself on being approachable, responsive, and providing the best possible service to all her clients.
Sarah Sowden
Senior Associate, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Dedicated and proactive, Sarah ensures the client’s objectives are clearly understood before achieving the best possible outcome by applying a strategic approach tailored to each client.
Sophie Ballinger
Senior Associate, Surrey & Sussex
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Sophie advises on many aspects of family law including representing parents and other family members in relation to Children Act matters, and assisting clients in seeking injunctive protection from domestic abuse.
Sophie Croft
Senior Associate, Newcastle
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Surrogacy
Sophie is an Senior Associate in Stowe's Newcastle office.
Nicole Turner
Senior Associate, Altrincham, Nantwich, Warrington & Knutsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Nicole undertakes work on a diverse range of family matters including divorce and separation, financial matters (whether in or out of Court), cohabitation disputes and children matters.
Tara Baker
Senior Associate, London, Bromley & Richmond
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Wendy Parks
Senior Associate
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
Wendy is a Senior Associate based in our Cambridge office.
Zanariah Webster
Senior Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Child Maintenance Children Disputes
Zanariah is a senior associate in Stowe's London locations.
Zoe Robinson
Senior Associate, Bristol and Bath
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Zoe is a Senior Associate at our Bristol and Bath law offices.
Abi Woollaston
Associate, Surrey & Sussex
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Children Disputes
Abi is a Associate based in our Esher office.
Alexandra Martin
Associate, Liverpool
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Alexandra is an associate based in Stowe's Liverpool office.
Alex Panayides
Associate, Cardiff
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Alex is an associate based in Stowe's Cardiff office with experience in all matters relating to the breakdown of a marriage.
Alexzandra Hughes
Associate, North West
Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes Civil Partnerships
Alexzandra is a Associate based in our Liverpool, Manchester, Chester & Wigan offices.
Amy Turner
Associate, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Cohabiting Couples Resolution Member
Amy began working at Stowe's Nottingham and Derby offices in March 2023.
Anna Clarkson
Associate, Nottingham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Anna specialises in financial and children disputes.
Anna Stinton
Associate
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Mediation
Anna is an Associate in our London law office.
Baljinder Boughan
Associate, Sheffield
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Baljinder specialises in handling all aspects of separation and divorce and their implications, including divorce proceedings, financial matters, children's issues, court proceedings, non-molestation and occupation orders, domestic abuse cases, and disputes between unmarried couples.
Barbara Marques
Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Barbara is an Associate based in our London office.
Charlotte Hallam
Associate, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
Charlotte's work involves matrimonial finances. She also has expertise in supporting clients with financial matters by way of prenuptial, postnuptial, cohabitation and separation agreements.
Chelcie Evans
Associate, Leamington Spa & Birmingham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Chelcie specialises in complex Children Act cases with an expertise in cases involving Domestic Abuse, Controlling and Coercive behaviour, serious allegations of sexual abuse, and parental alienation.
Claudia Hubert
Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Claudia is a Associate working in our London offices. She provides legal advice across all aspects of private family law.
Courtney Rooney
Associate, Cheltenham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Courtney is a Associate based in our Cheltenham office.
Eleanor Lorimer
Associate, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Surrogacy
Eleanor's expertise lies in the resolution of financial issues that arise upon divorce or relationship breakdown, particularly those involving complex pensions, businesses, trust structures and property portfolios.
Elizabeth Hughes
Associate, Southampton
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Elizabeth is experienced in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce & finances and cohabitation matters, domestic abuse and private children with a particular interest in negotiating financial settlements.
Elona Smith
Associate, Surrey & Sussex
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Elona is a Associate based in Stowe's Brighton office.
Emily Davies
Associate, North West
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes Cohabiting Couples
Emily will always take a pragmatic approach and ensure her client's feel supported through the process.
Figen Demiri
Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Figen is an associate working in Stowe's London office.
Fleur Ryder-Smith
Associate, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & Dorset
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Fleur is a dedicated family lawyer who listens to clients’ needs and objectives before developing a bespoke approach to achieve the best possible outcome.
Francesca Sanderson
Associate, North Hampshire and Berkshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Francesca has a varied experience in family law. Francesca specialises in child arrangements, relocation applications and injunctions and can advise on divorce and financial settlements. Francesca also has previous experience advising and representing clients when social services have become involved with their children.
Hannah Wile
Associate, South West and Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Hannah is an associate based in our Cardiff office.
Heather Arnold
Associate, Altrincham, North West
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Heather is a Associate based in Stowe's North West offices.
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.
Jennifer Roberts
Associate, Newcastle
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Civil Partnerships
Jennifer joined Stowe's Newcastle office as an associate in July 2024.
Joanna Dale
Associate, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Prenuptial Agreements
Joanna joined Stowe Family Law's South West & Wales team in early 2022.
Judith Brock
Associate, Surrey & Sussex
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Judith has gained extensive experience in handling a diverse range of cases involving both finance and children.
Katie Harrison
Associate, Sheffield
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Katie is an associate in our Sheffield office.
Kate Whelan
Associate, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire & Dorset
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Kate is an Associate based in our Guildford office.
Kirsty Dourado
Associate Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Islamic divorce
Kirsty is an Associate Solicitor based in our London law office.
Laura Williams
Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Laura is an experienced Associate Solicitor who specialises in family law, offering expert advice and representation in divorce, financial remedy cases and disputes involving children. With a compassionate and client-focused approach, Laura is dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of family law with clarity, confidence, and care.
Lauren Ashforth
Associate, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Child Maintenance Children Disputes
Lauren specialises in all areas of family law, such as divorce and matrimonial finance and private children matters.
Lydia Owen
Associate, Birmingham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Lydia is an associate based in Stowe's Birmingham office.
Monica Lal
Associate, Birmingham & Leamington Spa
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Monica joined Stowe Family Law's Midlands team in 2022.
Nicola Lewis
Associate, Stony Stratford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Nicola is a Associate based in Stowe's Stony Stratford office.
Phoebe Trott
Associate, Chelmsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Phoebe provides specialist legal advice across all aspects of private family law including divorce, matrimonial finances, private children law, cohabitation disputes and injunction matters.
Pooja Patel
Associate, London, Richmond & Bromley
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Pooja is a hardworking, conscientious and dedicated family lawyer, who adopts an empathetic and robust approach in securing the best possible outcome for her clients and is known for her attention to detail.
Rachael Harwin
Associate, Sheffield
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Rachael specialises in Children Act 1989, Financial Remedy (consented or contested), Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements and Domestic Abuse.
Rachael Wilson
Associate, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Rachael is an Associate based in our Leeds office.
Rebecca Sutton
Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Arbitration
Rebecca specialises in divorce and separation, division of financial assets and private law children matters.
Rukhma Sohail
Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Islamic divorce
Rukhma is an associate working in our London offices, specialising in divorce, finances and private children disputes.
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.
Subecca Sheikh
Associate, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Subecca is a London-based associate with experience in a wide range of private family matters.
Yasmin Trow
Associate, Manchester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Yasmin has experience with a diverse range of family law matters including divorce and separation, financial matters, cohabitation disputes and issues involving children.
Zara Rafiq
Associate, Sheffield
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children
Zara is an Associate in our Sheffield office.
Abbie Playford
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Abbie is a Solicitor working in our Newcastle office.
Aimee McKay
Solicitor, Manchester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Amiee is a Solicitor based in Stowe's Manchester office.
Alexia Papachrisostomou
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Alexia is a Solicitor based in our Tunbridge Wells law office.
Annique Sampson
Solicitor, Chelmsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Annique specialises in various aspects of private family law, covering divorce proceedings, financial settlements related to divorce, and matters concerning private children.
Becca Reynolds
Solicitor, Leeds & Manchester
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Becca is a Solicitor based in Stowe's Leeds office.
Charlotte Kirkby
Solicitor, St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Charlotte qualified as a solicitor in February 2024 and joined Stowe in July 2024.
Chloe Flynn
Solicitor, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes Domestic Abuse
Chloe is a Solicitor based in Stowe's Leeds office.
Courtney Litwinko-Smith
Solicitor, Birmingham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Courtney is a solicitor in our Birmingham office.
Daniela Da Silva
Solicitor, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Daniela is a Solicitor based in Stowe's London office.
Deepika Bhoolah-Bansal
Solicitor, Southampton
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Deepika joined Stowe's Southampton office in October 2024.
Eleanor Hall
Solicitor, Birmingham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Eleanor is a Solicitor based at our Birmingham law office.
Elizabeth Gray
Solicitor, St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Elizabeth has accumulated valuable experience representing High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI), particularly in cases featuring complex Trust structures and company assets.
Ellie Chivers
Solicitor, South Coast & Central
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Ellie is a Solicitor in our Oxford and Swindon offices.
Holly-Rose Wright
Solicitor, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements
Holly-Rose is a solicitor in Stowe's Leeds office specialising in divorce and financial proceedings.
Isabella Gill
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Isabella is a Solicitor at our London law office.
Jade Bray
Solicitor, North Hampshire and Berkshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Jade is a Solicitor based in Stowe's North Hampshire and Berkshire offices.
Julia Francis-Owusuasefa
Solicitor, Guildford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Julia is a solicitor in Stowe's Guildford office.
Kajaldeep Aujla
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Mediation
Kajaldeep is a Solicitor based at our St Albans law office.
Kamila Ewa Cyran
Solicitor, North Hampshire and Berkshire
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Kamila is a solicitor in Stowe's Reading office.
Kelsey Faulkner
Solicitor, North West
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Adoption
Kelsey is a Solicitor based in Stowe's Liverpool office.
Khadiza Ahad
Solicitor, St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Khadiza is a solicitor based in Stowe's St Alban's office.
Kiren Kaur
Solicitor, Chelmsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Kiren joined Stowe’s Chelmsford office as a Solicitor in October 2024.
Kirsten Crouch
Solicitor, Oxford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Kirsten is a solicitor in Stowe's Oxford office.
Lauren Gauld
Solicitor, Chelmsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Lauren specialises in private law children, divorce and matrimonial finances as well as family law act proceedings.
Lauren Kite
Solicitor, Surrey & Sussex
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children
Lauren is a Solicitor based in our Guildford office.
Madison Barlow
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children
Madison is a Solicitor at our Cheltenham law office.
Maheen Khalid
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Maheen is a Solicitor based at our North Hampshire and Berkshire offices.
Mollie Greenwood
Solicitor, North West
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Mollie is a Solicitor in Stowe Family Law’s Altrincham office.
Molly Beattie
Solicitor, Newcastle
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Surrogacy
Molly is a Solicitor based in Stowe's Newcastle office.
Neve Morton
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes Cohabiting
Neve is a Solicitor at our Nottingham law office.
Nhu Vo
Solicitor, Kingston
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Nhu is a Solicitor based in Stowe's Kingston office.
Paula Lucena
Solicitor, London
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Domestic Abuse
Paula is a Solicitor based in our London office.
Rachael Lodge
Solicitor, South West & Wales
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes
Rachael is a solicitor based out of Stowe Family Law's Bristol office.
Rachel Tomley
Solicitor, Birmingham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Surrogacy
Rachel is a solicitor in our Birmingham office.
Semra Ramadan
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Cohabiting
Semra is a Solicitor at our Peterborough law office.
Sarah Parkin
Solicitor, Sheffield
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Sarah is a Solicitor based in Stowe's Sheffield office.
Shaughney Loveridge
Solicitor, Cheltenham
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Shaughney is a solicitor working in Stowe's Cheltenham office.
Sophie Wood
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Sophie is a Solicitor based in our Altrincham law office.
Thea Papadopoulou
Solicitor
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Thea is a Solicitor at our St Alban's law office.
Yvonne Taiwo
Solicitor, Chelmsford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Yvonne is a solicitor in Stowe's Chelmsford office.
Zoe Cross
Solicitor, Leeds
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Zoe is a solicitor in Stowe's Leeds office with a background of both matrimonial and children work.
Ashleigh Balodis
Trainee Solicitor, Stony Stratford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
Ashleigh is a Trainee Solicitor in Stowe's Stony Stratford office.
Lotus Kimona
Family Lawyer
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Lotus is a Family Lawyer based in our Liverpool law office.
Emily Harrison-Croft
Client Services Team Lawyer
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Domestic Abuse
Emily is a Client Services Team Lawyer.
Mark Christie
Client Services Team Lawyer
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Maintenance
I have specialised in family law for over 40 years with a focus on divorce, separation and private law children disputes, often advising on very complex cases. I am noted for my non-confrontational manner and supportive approach that helps to resolve matters quickly and avoid court hearings, where possible.
Andrea Lisowska
Paralegal
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child care proceedings
Andrea is a Paralegal based in our Peterborough office.
Angela Sandhu
Paralegal, London & St Albans
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Children Disputes
Angela specialises in children, finances, non-molestation/occupation orders, divorce.
Caitlin Hall
Paralegal, Liverpool
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Child Abduction
Caitlin Hall is a Paralegal based in Liverpool, working alongside the wider team to support families in this area.
Georgina Jones
Paralegal, Stony Stratford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Disputes Resolution Member
Georgina is a paralegal in Stowe's Stony Stratford office.
Ramneek Kaur
Paralegal, Stony Stratford
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Legal Assistant
Ramneek is a paralegal in Stowe's Stony Stratford office.
Simone Bartha
Paralegal
Divorce Financial Settlements Children Issues Mediation
Simone is a Paralegal at our Birmingham law office.
Cheyenne Langford
Legal Assistant, East Midlands
Divorce Financial Settlements Legal Assistant
Cheyenne is a Legal Assistant based in our Nottingham office.
Cristina Bulbuc
Legal Assistant
Divorce Financial Settlements Legal Assistant
Cristina Bulbuc is a Legal Assistant at our Bristol office.
Megan Hannan
Legal Assistant, Sheffield
Divorce Financial Settlements Legal Assistant Child Maintenance
Megan Hannan is a Legal Assistant based in the Sheffield office.
Suzanne Grant
Forensic Accountant
Financial Settlements Forensic Accountancy
Suzanne is a forensic accountant who is based in our Harrogate family lawyers office but has a national remit. Suzanne joined the firm in June 2006.
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