Compassionate Support for Your Family's Future.

Specialist solicitors for divorce, child arrangements, and financial settlements. We handle the complexity with sensitivity, helping you move forward with peace of mind.

Speak to a Family Specialist Call 01277 22 10 10 01277 22 10 10

Mother and son sharing a reassuring moment on a park bench in an Essex town

About Our Family Law Services

Our Family Law team provides sensitive, expert advice on all aspects of family life. From divorce and financial settlements to child arrangements and domestic abuse, we guide you through difficult times with care and professionalism.

Family decisions rarely concern one issue alone. Separation can affect the home, income, children and future planning, while forming a family can raise questions about parenthood and legal responsibility. We help you separate the issues and understand which decisions need immediate attention.

Our Family Law Services

Same-Sex Legal Services Specialist legal services for same-sex couples covering partnerships, marriage, parental rights, and surrogacy. View services → Domestic Abuse Urgent legal protection for victims of domestic abuse including injunctions and protective orders. View services → Nuptial Agreements Protecting your financial interests before and during marriage with legally sound agreements. View services → Children Expert legal advice on all matters involving children, from arrangements to adoption. View services → Divorce and Separation Expert legal advice and representation for divorce and separation matters. Financial Settlements Expert legal advice and representation for financial settlements matters. Cohabitation Disputes Expert legal advice and representation for cohabitation disputes matters. Cohabitation Agreements Expert legal advice and representation for cohabitation agreements matters.

Why Choose Sanders Witherspoon

Specialist Expertise

Our dedicated family law team brings deep knowledge and experience to every case.

Clear Communication

We provide jargon-free advice so you always understand your options and the next steps.

Dedicated Support

A dedicated point of contact handles your case from start to finish, providing continuity and personal attention.

How We Work

We listen to your circumstances and identify the legal questions, practical priorities and any immediate safety concerns. We explain the information needed and the options for agreement or an application to court.

Our advice focuses on workable arrangements and an informed understanding of the process. We consider related property and estate-planning questions where relevant, while recognising that financial, parenting and protective orders serve different purposes.

Our Family Law Team

Amanda Willmore

Head of Family Law

View Profile →

Lauren Gardiner

Legal Secretary

View Profile →

Related Legal Services

Private Client Divorce often triggers the need for will updates, LPA reviews, and estate planning changes. Residential Conveyancing Divorce and separation often involves selling the family home. Employment Law Financial settlements may involve business valuations and settlement agreements.

Speak to a Family Specialist

Complete the form below and a member of our family law team will be in touch to discuss your matter in confidence.

Prefer to Call?

01277 22 10 10

Contact Family Law

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:30pm

Your Details

Need Family Law Advice?

Contact our specialist legal team for clear, expert guidance on your matter.