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Family law solicitors & divorce lawyers Nottingham
- Proud to be rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot
- A Nottingham law firm dedicated to family matters
- Offering a tailored, empathetic approach to support your circumstances
TrustScore 4.4
1617 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
Dedicated to resolving family matters
Our team of expert family law solicitors in Nottingham has a proven track record of high client satisfaction and success. We provide clear, empathetic legal support on all family matters including divorce and civil partnerships, financial settlements, child arrangements and issues affecting unmarried couples. Our offices are located in Nottingham, as well as Derby, Leicester, and Chesterfield, serving clients across Nottinghamshire and the surrounding counties.
Family law services in Nottingham
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Divorce and separation |
Our divorce lawyers guide you through every stage of the divorce or civil partnership dissolution. We’ll explain your options and work to achieve the best outcome for you and your family – whether through court our NCDR solutions such as lawyer negotiation, 1 couple 1 lawyer, mediation or arbitration. |
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Pre and postnuptial agreements |
A prenuptial agreement or postnuptial contract by one of our lawyers can keep your assets protected. We ensure that your wishes are clear and legally sound, providing peace of mind for the future. |
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Finances |
Our financial divorce solicitors have experience dealing with complex financial matters including asset division, trusts, pensions assets and property. We’ll help to to secure a fair settlement. Holly Lamb, one of our financial divorce solicitors, often deals with cases that involve complex business and trust structures. |
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Children’s solicitors |
Our Team Leader Partner, Sarah Townsend, specialises in child law, such as child arrangements, advising grandparents on their rights, and parental responsibility including co-parenting plans. We focus on the best interests of your children, offering sensitive, practical guidance and strong advocacy for negotiations in court. |
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Fertility law |
Stowe’s fertility solicitors understand the complexities around surrogacy, donor arrangements and assisted reproduction. We’ll help you to navigate the process, ensuring your family’s legal security from the outset. |
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Cohabitation agreements |
We advise unmarried couples on cohabitation agreements. Florence Ashcroft-Lane frequently provides advice for unmarried couples who need a |
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Domestic abuse support |
Our domestic abuse solicitors understand that this is an extremely difficult time, but we’ll be by your side from the very beginning. |
Our team of Nottingham family lawyers
Office address
CUBO
Standard Court
Park Row
Nottingham
NG1 6GN
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Our experienced team of family lawyers in the Midlands, we provides compassionate and expert family law services, specialising in divorce, complex financial matters, and child law. Our dedicated team, including Resolution accredited lawyers and professionals featured in the Legal 500, is here to support with all aspects of family law in a tailored and understanding way.
Visit our family law solicitors in Nottingham
CUBO
Standard Court
Park Row
Nottingham
NG1 6GN
Our Nottingham office is conveniently located for clients across the city and surrounding areas such as Adams Hill, Attenborough, Beeston, Edwalton, Mapperley Park, Plumtree, Stapleford, Tollerton, The Park, West Bridgford and Wollaton, as well as those travelling from across Nottinghamshire.
By Car:
Park Row is accessible via Maid Marian Way (A6008). The nearest car park is NCP Maid Marian Way (NG1 6AE), just a 2-minute walk from the office.
By Train:
Nottingham railway station is around a 10-minute walk.
By Bus:
Numerous local bus services stop on Maid Marian Way and Friar Lane, both within a 5-minute walk.
Accessibility:
Step-free access and lift facilities are available at CUBO.
Our phone lines are open from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.
We offer an award-winning service
Expert family law solicitors in Nottingham
Stowe Family Law specialises exclusively in family law, offering expert guidance on divorce, civil partnership dissolution, financial settlements, domestic abuse, prenuptial agreements, and child arrangements. Our Nottingham team is led by Legal 500 recognised solicitor Beth Sheridan, delivers meticulous, strategic support across complex family matters, including Children Act cases, TOLATA disputes, and issues involving emotional and psychological abuse. With deep experience advising cohabiting and same-sex couples, and praised for going the extra mile, our solicitors provide responsive, thorough, and compassionate representation to secure the best outcome for you. Contact our Nottingham team today for a confidential consultation.
Meet our experienced Nottingham family law solicitors
Our Nottingham team is led by Managing Partner Beth Sheridan and Partner and Head of International, Holly Lamb, both highly regarded family law solicitors with expertise across a wide range of complex matters. Their work is further supported by a network of experienced family solicitors across the country, a unique benefit of working within a firm dedicated entirely to divorce and separation.
Beth brings over 25 years of experience in family law, with a strong focus on divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements. She has regularly represented parents, grandparents, and extended family members in sensitive disputes involving children.
Holly, described by the Legal 500 as “adept at providing realistic and timely advice”, specialises in international family law cases involving the Middle East, US, and Europe. She advises on matters involving complex business and trust structures and the enforcement of domestic and foreign court orders. We support a wide range of clients, including British expats and foreign nationals living in or with ties to the UK.
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Divorce advice you can trust
Our experienced divorce solicitors in Nottingham provide compassionate, tailored support for every stage of the divorce process. We help clients from the initial application through to securing fair financial settlements and making child arrangements, always prioritising your interests and wellbeing.
We work with a wide range of clients across Nottinghamshire, from local professionals and business owners to families with complex financial situations, including those with business interests, pensions, trusts, or international assets. Our team combines in-depth legal expertise with a personal approach, ensuring you feel understood and supported throughout. We are committed to achieving out-of-court settlements wherever possible, but if court is necessary, our solicitors have the experience and determination to achieve a fair outcome.
While our Nottingham divorce lawyers are respected for their litigation skills, we always encourage open communication and cooperation. We advise on amicable solutions such as mediation, collaborative divorce, one couple one lawyer, and arbitration to minimise stress, time, and costs. In fact, over 80% of our divorce cases are resolved without going to court, reflecting our commitment to securing the best possible result for you and your family.
The divorce process
Application
One or both spouses submit a divorce application to the court using the HMCTS Portal, citing irretrievable breakdown of the marriage without assigning blame.
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20-week reflection period
After the application is filed, and your former spouse has responded to the petition, a mandatory 20-week reflection period begins. During this time, spouses may also exchange financial information using Form E and address any necessary child arrangements, including including the time your children spend with you both.
Conditional order
After the reflection period, the applicant(s) apply for a Conditional order (previously known as Decree Nisi). The court reviews the case and, if satisfied, grants the order.
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6-week waiting period
Following the Conditional order, there is a mandatory 6-week waiting period before the final step can be taken.
Final order
After the 6-week waiting period, the applicant(s) may apply for the Final Order (previously known as Decree Absolute), officially ending the marriage.
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Average 9-12 months
If more than 12 months have elapsed between obtaining your conditional order and applying for your final order, you will have to submit a short statement to support your application, explaining the delay.
Benefits of working with Stowe Family Law Nottingham
- Led by a senior team of Nottingham lawyers who are recognised for working on high value family law cases in Nottinghamshire
- We have high client satisfaction and are rated ‘excellent’ on Trustpilot
- Our Nottingham family lawyers are recognised for excellence and commitment to client care by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners
- We deliver clear guidance on how to move forward with a case and achieve a positive outcome
- Part of the UK’s largest specialist family law firm with strong local knowledge to support our clients in Nottingham
Read reviews for Nottingham
Sarah McLoughlin
May 2025
I cannot speak highly enough of Sarah McLoughlin and the exceptional service she provided throughout my family court matter. From the very beginning, Sarah demonstrated a deep understanding of family law, an unwavering commitment to my case, and a genuine care for both my well-being and the best interests of my child. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and calm, reassuring approach gave me confidence at every stage. She took the time to truly listen, explain every step of the process clearly, and always made sure I felt supported. Sarah’s dedication and tireless effort made a real difference during the most challenging time in my life. Thanks to her expert advice and strategic handling of my case, I genuinely could not have asked for a better solicitor. I would wholeheartedly recommend Sarah McLoughlin to anyone needing strong, compassionate, and effective representation in family law.
—Martin
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Charlotte Hallam
May 2024
Charlotte from the Nottingham branch has been delight to deal with. Very knowledgeable and understanding. Giving me all my options available and not pushing me into making decisions based on her opinion. All in all she has been wonderful and great asset to Stowe family Law.
—Mr L S
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Amy Turner
May 2024
Amy Turner at Stowe and Law solicitors has been working on dealing with my affairs through a divorce. Amy gave advice and support when needed and tells you as she sees it. Amy gave options through out the process at every stage that I could take without pushing me into an option and respects your decisions.
Amy worked tirelessly to achieve the aims that I asked her to deal with efficiently and professionally and wasted no time when receiving emails. Amy judging by the time of emails i received works long hours to achieve her targets. Amy is a pleasure to work with and will follow through on what she says she will do, you can rely on her to get the work done
—Ms R B
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Amy Turner
May 2024
My solicitor Amy Turner has been amazing, great service and amazing communication
I knew from each stage the process and cost was very reasonable ! Paid less than was quoted which was a bonus!
Thank Amy and team
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Amy Turner
May 2024
I moved with Amy when she went to Stowe Family Law. She helped me navigate a difficult journey in a professional and caring manner. I felt safe and always knew she had my best interests at heart. Her advice was always on point, especially the times I could have easily let my emotions take over. I would most definitely recommend her.
—Ms A H
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Sarah McLoughlin
May 2024
Although I have only been dealing with Sarah for a short time, all of my interactions with her have been very positive. She is open and honest and inspires confidence. Her communication skills are excellent and her responses always timely and detailed. All in all, just what is required at a time of uncertainty. Thank you Sarah
—Mr R
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Sarah McLoughlin
May 2024
Having read reviews online about Sarah, I requested my Options Meeting with her. She has been incredible so far, and she has really managed to put me at ease during an incredibly hard time of my life. I feel I am in a very safe pair of hands.
—Mr J W
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More about us – divorce solicitors Nottingham
More about us – divorce solicitors Nottingham
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Divorce in or out of court?
Wherever possible, our standard approach is to listen to you and support you while you try to settle family-related disputes outside of court. If legal action is required, we have the knowledge and experience to achieve the right result. However, owing to the added time, stress, and money that normally accompany litigation, it is frequently preferable for everyone concerned to settle out of court. But most crucially, keeping out of court is better for the family members who are most susceptible to rifts and dissolution. Divorce can have a lasting impact on children, even decades later. In divorce and separation cases, particularly in the eyes of a Family Court Judge, the wellbeing of the children comes first.
The firm offers arbitration, mediation, and collaborative law as alternatives to litigation.
Should the parties’ negotiations fail, our divorce lawyers are skilled litigators.
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Understanding your finances and tax efficiency
You may be concerned about the amount of the marital pot because you believe your partner is concealing assets. A 28% capital gains tax on the family home, a property, a business portfolio, or other assets may simply be something you wish to avoid.
Whatever your circumstance, you will have access to our in-house accounting team as part of our divorce service. With their extensive knowledge of tax, property, valuations, business assets, shares, trusts and funds, accounts, and pensions, they will make sure you have a clear picture of the finances and assets from the start. This is essential to getting a fair settlement as well.
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Appointing the best solicitor for your situation
While our family solicitors are trained and skilled in all areas of family law. Some of them have experience with unusual cases or case law that may be more applicable to your circumstance. For instance, a number of our family law solicitors have a particular emphasis on child law, including the Hague Convention, special guardianship orders, and international child abduction. Some of our lawyers have experience handling cases involving offshore trusts and cryptocurrency. Others specialise in helping families that own farms or other agricultural companies or professional athletes.
Because this law firm specialises in divorce and separation, and with so many family solicitors across the country, your solicitor has an unrivalled support network to tap into if needed.
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How long will your divorce take?
If divorcing out of court it is possible to go from submitting the divorce application to decree absolute in 4-6 months. This does not include cases where: i) one party disagrees to the divorce – which makes it a contested divorce and ii) where there are disagreements over children and finances
Going to court will slow the process.
The average divorce takes about 12 months.
It is impossible to give a more exact estimate without first understanding the specifics of a divorce matter.
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If you are looking to get divorced or dissolve a civil partnership
Our family lawyers in Nottingham are aware of the difficulties and feelings you are experiencing. Additionally, they are aware of how to get past those obstacles and will help you move on and rebuild by providing you with specialist divorce solicitors and linking you to our vast network of services and support staff.
Before detailing the advantages and disadvantages of your available options, we will begin by listening to your specific situation. For example, if you intend to file for divorce, the divorce centre will refer to you as “the Petitioner” after receiving your application. You will be referred to as “the Respondent” if your spouse applies first. Both the Petitioner and the Respondent must take specific and distinct activities at specific times. Your divorce lawyer will describe what these are, the options you have, and the benefits of each. Next, we’ll examine some examples that relate to many people and how we might assist.
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Useful resources
Our guide on how to get divorced
A more detailed look at how long divorce takes in the UK
The Divorce Directory – a resource full of support professionals to help you through relationship breakdown and rebuilding
The most useful resources are our solicitors so please get in touch should you need advice on any urgent or serious family matter.
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How to find our Nottingham office
The office is about 30 mins drive from neighbouring Bramcote, Burton Joyce, East Bridgford, Lambley, Ruddington and Woodborough. We are easily accessible to clients in nearby Adams Hill, Attenborough, Beeston, Edwalton, Mapperley Park, Plumtree, Stapleford, Tollerton, The Park, West Bridgford and Wollaton.
Our office is located in the city centre, in Standard Court. Free parking is available for visitors at the front of the office for any clients travelling by car. For those arriving by rail, Nottingham Railway Station is within a 15-minute walk of our office, or 6 minutes in a taxi. If you’re looking for a divorce lawyer Nottingham, then get in touch today.
Our phone lines are open from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.
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Updates from our Nottingham office
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When your relationship feels complicated and unsolvable, our team of specialist family lawyers in Nottingham can help show you the way.
Whether you are facing divorce, dissolving a civil partnership, dealing with financial matters, need a child arrangements order or a cohabitation agreement…
Our understanding Nottingham 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 Nottingham and across Nottinghamshire, we are the largest nationwide specialist family law firm, and first choice for a solicitor for divorce in the area.
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