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You can call us from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Please note that all in-office appointments are by pre-arrangement only.

Office address

5th Floor
Minerva House
29 E Parade
Leeds
LS1 5PS

Postal address

Stowe Family Law LLP
5th Floor
Minerva House
29 E Parade
Leeds
LS1 5PS

Successful & compassionate divorce lawyers in Leeds

One of the largest family law offices in Leeds,  you can be assured your case will be handled with the highest level of expertise available in the city.

We deliver a very professional service for our clients and provide a trusting relationship as we understand that divorce proceedings and family disputes can be painful for the whole family. Our invaluable advice and care is provided by a team of extremely knowledgeable family law solicitors.

Family Law Team

Led by Regional Director, Rachel Roberts and Managing Partner Sarah Barr-Young, the team in Leeds have a breadth of experience in all areas of family law with a particular focus on resolving complex financial matters and protecting the welfare of children during a divorce or separation. We are here to assist with your relationship breakdown.

Our clients appreciate our approach, and the practical guidance we provide is reflected in our Legal 500 ranking:

“Stowe Family Law has an excellent reputation across Yorkshire and is highly regarded by clients and peers alike”

Our clients include a broad range of families in Leeds and the surrounding areas from high-net-worth individuals to local professionals with more straightforward cases.

On your side – family solicitors Leeds

Your situation will be particular, therefore we take care to pay attention to you and offer advice that will enable you to move forward and find a practical solution to ensure the welfare of your family. Our all-encompassing approach encourages out-of-court settlements to prevent needless “suffering,” but we recognise that litigation is occasionally unavoidable and employ a strong and powerful strategy to get the results you require.

Protecting your financial position – divorce solicitors Leeds

We work in partnership with our accountants to ensure that your assets are completely protected and to ensure that the final financial settlement is in everyone’s best interests. Whether you’re concerned about dispute resolution, civil partnership issues or post nuptial agreements, our family law solicitors have your back every step of the way.

We take pride in making sure you get the highest-level representation and advice to achieve the best outcome for your family.

You’re in good hands – award winning solicitors in Leeds

Stowe Family Law was recognised as the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2018 Yorkshire Legal Awards, shortlisted as a finalist for the ‘Family Law Award’ in 2020 and winners again in 2021.

Our team of Leeds family lawyers

Julian Hawkhead
Julian Hawkhead has extensive experience in all aspects of family law particularly in comp...
Senior Partner
Rachel Roberts
“Rachel Roberts is excellent. She is efficient, effective and pragmatic with her adv...
Regional Director, North
Sarah Barr Young
My priority is listening to my clients’ needs and objectives and then adopting a holisti...
Managing Partner, Ilkley & Leeds
Angela Sussens
Approachable and understanding, I believe in clear, practical advice to help clients stay ...
Partner, Leeds
Charlotte Newman
Awarded Rising Star of the Year at the 2018 Yorkshire Legal Awards, I go the extra mile fo...
Partner, Leeds
Cheryl Grace
I combine a strong and robust approach with empathy and compassion as I guide my clients t...
Senior Associate, Leeds
Hannah Ross
For each of my cases I start by listening to what the client wants to achieve and their co...
Senior Associate, Leeds
Sarah Sowden
Dedicated and proactive, Sarah ensures the client’s objectives are clearly understood be...
Senior Associate, Leeds
Danielle Hutchison
Danielle has experience in a broad range of family matters including divorce, financial di...
Solicitor, Leeds
Katie Jennings
Katie is a Solicitor based in our Leeds office.
Solicitor, Leeds
Rachael Wilson
Rachael is a Solicitor based in our Leeds office.
Solicitor, Leeds
Rebecca Reynolds
Rebecca is a Trainee Solicitor based in Stowe’s Leeds office.
Trainee Solicitor, Leeds
Jo Childs
Jo is Regional Team Leader for Yorkshire and the North, looking after a team of Legal Assi...
Regional Team Leader (North & Yorkshire)
 
Tamara McGaughey
Tamara is a Paralegal based in our Leeds office.
Paralegal, Leeds
Katie Radford-Haigh
Katie is a Legal Assistant based in our Leeds office.
Legal Assistant, Leeds
Maariyaah Zamir
Maariyaah is a Legal Assistant based in our Leeds office.
Legal Assistant, Leeds
Michelle Richardson
Michelle is a Legal Assistant based at our Harrogate family law office and works with our ...
Legal Assistant
 

What our clients say

Stowe Family Law Leeds

Whatever you’re facing as a family, in whatever shape yours is, was, or will be, we’ll be here to listen to what you have to say and help with what you need to do.

As the only national law firm completely dedicated to family matters. we don’t touch anything else.

In us, you will have an ally who understands what you are going through and takes the strain.

Meaning you can move forward in life from a position of strength.

Handled with care.

  • Understanding what you're going through

  • Making family law easier to grasp

  • Helping to take the strain

  • Tailoring our services for you and your circumstances

More about us – divorce solicitors Leeds

More about us – divorce solicitors Leeds

  • How to find our Leeds office

    If you’re looking for family lawyer near you, our office is located in Minerva House on East Parade in the city centre. It is a stone’s throw from the Leeds civic, commercial and retail centres, as well as the courts.

    East Parade is on the Leeds City Loop which offers access to most major routes entering and exiting Leeds.

    Street parking is available near the office, although it tends to be very busy. There is a multi storey car parking in The Light car park which is close to the office.

    Our phone lines are open from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday

    and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday

  • Our family law and divorce expertise

    Whether you’re looking to divorce your partner, or you’re responding to a divorce application made by your spouse, you’ll be looking for expert help and support.

    The divorce process can be difficult to navigate, and for many it can cause a sense of anxiety and confusion; which is why we take great care to outline the emotional, practical and legal challenges that lie ahead whilst providing practical next steps so that you can move forward to achieve the outcome you need.

    We can provide guidance on completing the divorce application, through to negotiating financial settlements and child custody (child arrangement orders).

    We are also able to guide you through the mediation process, and have qualified collaborative lawyers. We’re based in offices at Minerva House on East Parade in the city centre (LS1) so we’re well placed to help you if you’re looking for solicitors in Leeds.

  • Starting a divorce application

    A divorce application marks the start of your divorce process. You can apply for a divorce by yourself (sole applicant) or make a joint application with your ex-spouse (joint applicants). Getting this early part right is important as it can help to save you time and money; it can also help to make the process more amicable. Our divorce lawyers can support you in completing and submitting the divorce application to prevent delays.

  • Responding to a divorce application

    If you’ve been served with a divorce application and named as the respondent, it’s sometimes unclear as to how you should respond; you’ll be presented with a lot of legal wording and expressions that do more to create frustration than they do to provide clarity. Our Leeds divorce lawyers can help you to respond to a divorce application while preparing you to get the best possible outcome for you, and for your family.

  • Child law and child solicitors

    Child custody lawyers and arrangements for children 

    Of all the challenges arising from a divorce, we find that working out the arrangements for the children (often described as child custody but legally termed as child arrangements) are often the most emotive and difficult. While child custody can be a contentious issue, it is in the best interests of your children to reach an amicable agreement with your ex-partner wherever possible. During this time, having the support of a child custody lawyer and child law specialist in your corner can be helpful in providing guidance on what a fair and workable arrangement might look like for you and your family. Our expert child solicitors have extensive experience in child arrangements and will have seen a variety of solutions to suit every situation, no matter how specific or unusual. Our goal is to get the best outcome for your children and to help you to maintain a positive relationship with your ex-partner wherever you can.

  • Child adoption lawyers

    Adoption is a substantial step for any adult or child to take. Once complete, the adopted person is treated by law as though they were born of the adoptive parent – giving that parent full parental rights and responsibility of the adopted child. Adoption law is complex and can be tough to navigate alone, so getting advice early on from a specialist adoption lawyer can help you to make progress more quickly. Whether you’re looking for help with growing your family, or if you’re a step-parent and wish to blend your families, we can help.

  • Surrogacy lawyers and solicitors

    Surrogacy is a wonderful way of starting a family for those who are not able to do so naturally for whatever reason. When a child is born through surrogacy, the surrogate mother and potentially her husband automatically have rights and responsibilities for the child so legal proceedings need to be pursued in order to transfer those rights to the intended parents who will then be recognised as the child’s parents in the eyes of the law. There are many potential pitfalls along the way, so getting legal advice from a reputable surrogacy solicitor at an early stage is important in ensuring that these are avoided and the process runs smoothly. We would be delighted to help you on your journey.

  • Divorce finances & financial settlements in divorce

    After years of marriage, one of the most difficult areas to unpick can be your finances. Each marriage is unique, and this is often reflected in the way you’ve jointly managed your money, assets and investments. Trying to separate your financial ties in a way that feels fair to you can feel like an overwhelming task, and there are often complex financial issues that will need to be considered and resolved. Divorce settlements can cover everything from pensions, to investments, the family home, and even assets you owned before you got married (pre-marital assets); so getting expert financial and legal help is important if you’re looking to protect your assets while providing for your family once the divorce is finalised.

    In some cases, you may be worried that your spouse might try to hide their assets, or that they might find ways to downplay the value of what they own. Sometimes this involves diverting their income to other places, divesting themselves of their assets and/or transferring their property to other people. If this is a worry, you should seek our help right away, as measures such as freezing orders may be possible to prevent or undo this type of conduct to protect assets until an overall settlement is reached or ordered by the Court.

    We have experience in dealing with complex financial matters, property and estates; as well as catering to high net worth individuals and clients with assets abroad, so if you are looking to achieve a fair and final financial settlement while protecting your assets, our divorce settlement lawyers and forensic accounting team can help you.

  • Why choose Stowe Family Law solicitors in Leeds?

    Our expert divorce solicitors and family law team have decades of experience, as well as access to hundreds of years of expertise from our teams across the country. We’re the UK’s largest family law specialist, delivering tailored service and expertise, locally to you.

    Our client-centric approach has seen us recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for our commitment to outstanding client service and client success.

    We understand that the best outcomes are often achieved amicably, where positive relationships persist long after your need for our help has ended, so the majority of our Leeds lawyers are members of Resolution; a body of family lawyers who are committed to promoting a constructive approach to dispute resolution that focuses on meeting the needs of the whole family and achieving a positive outcome.

    Clients frequently cite our compassion, empathy and our ability to deliver the ‘hard facts’ and clear legal advice they need to move forward with their case, and their lives. To hear more about what our clients think about us and our approach, watch our video here.

    Whether you need support in handling a divorce, child arrangements, or complex financial matters after a marriage has ended, your team of family law solicitors have the skills and expertise to support you.

  • News about our family solicitors in Leeds

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When I do becomes I don’t, our team of trusted divorce lawyers in Leeds are by your side.

Whether you are facing divorce, dissolving a civil partnership, dealing with financial matters, need a child arrangements order or a cohabitation agreement…

Our experienced Leeds 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 Leeds and across West Yorkshire, we are the UK’s largest specialist family law firm, and first choice for a solicitor for divorce in the area.

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