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For the second year in a row, Rachel Buckley from The Family Law Company has been included on the prestigious Spear’s index as one of the best family lawyers for high net worth clients.

In addition, she is highlighted in the ‘recommended’ list as one of the notable names for her expertise in this area of family law.

Rachel, who is Joint Managing Director and head of The Family Law Company’s Divorce and Finance Team, provides expert advice for high net worth clients across the UK, including business owners, sports professionals and landowners, as well as high ranking members...

Divorce Solicitor Stuart Smallman from The Family Law Company takes a look at what particular considerations there are for divorcing business people whose personal and professional lives are often deeply intertwined.

“Embarking on the path of divorce can often resemble navigating a complex labyrinth,” Stuart says. “Each step taken not only requires a judicious foresight but a dose of bravery, to think collaboratively even in times of personal upheaval.”

Stuart suggests that while this approach to divorce can be more challenging, it fosters a conducive environment for both...

A solicitor with over 30 years of experience has joined The Family Law Company in Exeter.

Stuart Smallman grew up in Birmingham where a chance meeting with a barrister when he was a college student sparked a lifelong interest in law.

On qualifying, he practiced in the Midlands including Birmingham and Lichfield. Although he initially worked in a variety of legal areas including litigation and Wills, Stuart was drawn to family. He began specialising in family law, including children, care work and his favourite specialist area, matrimonial finance.

He says “I was...

The work of Imran Khodabocus from The Family Law Company was commended in the IKWRO (Iranian and Kurdish Women's Rights Organisation) True Honour Awards.

These awards are presented to a person or organisation that has taken a stand against “honour” based violence.

Imran said: “I’m in awe simply being in the company of like-minded people committed to tackling this horrible crime. Congratulations to everyone who was nominated.”

Appointed a Director in 2022, Imran heads up the Domestic Abuse Response team at The Family Law Company. His casework includes protecting...

The FORCE Santa Cycle is back on Saturday 19th November 2022 but with a twist!

The traditional Topsham to Exmouth route remains but there is NOW the option to ride in the opposite direction.

Riders will cycle six miles from Topsham Rugby Club to Exmouth along the stunning Exe Estuary Trail, starting at 11am.

Those choosing the second option will set out from Exmouth Rugby Club at 12:30pm and finish on Topsham Quay.

“Of course, none of this would be possible without the continued support of The Family Law Company as our main sponsor for this festive family...

Grace Bradley from The Family Law Company is celebrating after being named the Family Law Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year at the national Legal Aid Awards.

Senior Associate Solicitor Grace was recognised for her work representing legal aid clients in the UK and abroad. Most of her cases are complex and involve issues including domestic violence and international elements such as immigration. Grace utilises her linguistic skills to represent clients with little or no English who have an uphill struggle to access justice.

The Legal Aid Lawyer Awards are for those undertaking...

It was a positive start to the year as The Family Law Company welcomed four new starters to the teams in Exeter and Plymouth.

The growth in cases concerning children and domestic abuse during the lockdown months is well documented. Solicitor Hannah Duddridge has been engaged in Exeter to join the busy Children and Domestic Abuse Response team. Hannah qualified in 2019 and will be working with Team Leader, Senior Associate Gemma Sparks.

Victoria Power is also joining the team as a Paralegal. She will have the opportunity to assist the team working with victims of domestic...

Divorce lawyer Donna Hart from The Family Law Company suggests there is another way to start 2021 rather than go straight for the split.

Every new year family lawyers talk about Divorce Day - the first Monday in January after the Christmas break is finished. This year it falls on January 4.

Traditionally it is the day when a spike is seen in divorce enquiries, attributed to the additional demands of the festive period when families are hyped up and emotionally pressured to live up to expectations – which often includes overspending.

This time round though, things...

Associate Solicitor Hannah Porter from The Family Law Company has been accredited by the Law Society and accepted as a member of the Family Law Panel.

This accreditation covers all types of family law work, except public law Children Act work and means that Hannah now has a recognised quality standard as a practitioner, so clients can be even more sure of an excellent standard of service. Achieving accreditation requires the successful completion of examinations, interviews and assessments to confirm suitability.

Hannah says “Having your skills and breadth of expertise...