Empowering you to face your future with confidence
The Family Law Company is widely regarded as one of the country's leading family law practices, offering expertise and empathy to individuals and families in need of legal help. From our base in South West England, we represent clients across the UK and internationally. Our comprehensive range of family law services covers separation, divorce, finances, dissolution, children and contact, grandparents' rights, domestic abuse, child abduction, and care proceedings.
Our History
Founded in 1991 by Norman Hartnell, The Family Law Company (formerly known as Hartnell Chanot & Partners) has grown to become the largest firm of family law solicitors in the South West with offices in Exeter and Plymouth, a bespoke service in Somerset, as well as the ability to represent clients in London and across the world. Since launching, our firm has grown significantly. Our expanding team includes over 30 lawyers and legal professionals with a combined expertise in divorce law, financial law, and the more sensitive cases, which enables us to provide the best family law service in the South West, and beyond.
Our Expertise
Each year, The Family Law Company handles more than 2000 family law cases, helping families across the region to resolve problems in the least stressful way. Our family law solicitors concentrate on using problem-solving approaches wherever possible, to achieve a fair solution and protect the vulnerable. We keep the needs of any children involved at the heart of our actions and advice. Our highly regarded team of family law solicitors hold between them a variety of specialist qualifications and service standards, including: Law Society Children Panel, Law Society Family Law Panel, and Law Society Family Mediation Panel, Resolution.
Our Services
We provide a comprehensive range of family law services, including divorce and separation, cohabitation agreements, prenuptial agreements, unmarried couples and legal separation, alternatives to court, family disputes involving children, children law and social services intervention, child abduction, grandparents, domestic abuse, adoption, surrogacy, and more. Whatever your personal requirement for a family law or divorce solicitor, The Family Law Company will work closely and supportively with you to find a solution that is right for the whole family.
Excellent Service and Professionalism
The majority of reviewers praised the exceptional service and professionalism of The Family Law Company. Many clients appreciated the helpful and attentive staff, citing their patience, reassurance, and ability to explain complex processes in a clear and concise manner. Several reviewers highlighted the expertise and dedication of specific lawyers, including Ruby, Annabel, Nahani, Rachel, and Fiona, who provided outstanding support and guidance throughout their cases.
Positive Experiences
Many reviewers expressed gratitude for the firm's role in achieving successful outcomes, including fair financial settlements, successful court cases, and effective representation. Clients appreciated the firm's sensitivity and understanding during difficult times, with some praising the firm's focus on the best interests of children.
Common Themes
Throughout the reviews, several common themes emerged, including:
- Professionalism: Reviewers consistently praised the professionalism and expertise of the lawyers and staff at The Family Law Company.
- Empathy and Support: Many clients appreciated the emotional support and understanding provided by the firm's staff during difficult times.
- Effective Representation: Reviewers praised the firm's ability to achieve successful outcomes, including fair financial settlements and effective representation in court.
