Divorce solicitors
Divorce and separations are stressful. Our expert divorce law solicitors are here to support and guide you to a better future, keeping things amicable if at all possible. We help you with divorce, mediation, child custody and financial settlements.
Divorce solicitors and services
We can help you with any aspect of divorce. We're friendly, approachable, and very skilled at our work.
In 2025, the Legal 500 said, "Tees has a fantastic family law team dedicated to their clients. The team itself is highly personable and easy to get on with. However, they are also confident and skilled solicitors who seek (and do) understand their client's problems."
Whether you're married, in a civil partnership or going through a separation - our family law solicitors have the practical expertise and knowledge to help you get the best result for you and your family. Look at our guide to divorce in the UK, which explains the process and timeline.
Divorce services
The services our specialist divorce law solicitors offer include:
- Child disputes, particularly divorces: our child law solicitors are exceptionally knowledgeable and committed to finding a solution for you and your children which protects their welfare.
- High net worth divorce: Our divorce solicitors are experts at advising on the division of multiple assets such as businesses, pensions, properties and investments.
- Farming divorce: We specialise in helping farming families manage the impact of divorce on their farms.
- International divorce: Our solicitors have worked on cases worldwide and can advise you on the implications of your cross-boundary case.
- Divorce mediation - for more amicable, legally-binding solutions.
- Collaborative law and round-table discussions - finding agreement with solicitors present.
- Arbitration - representing your interests and negotiating with your former partner’s representative.
- Court negotiations - strategy and support for court appearances
An amicable divorce
A divorce can be a largely amicable process, even though often there are stresses and strains along the way. We can support you in achieving an amicable split where it’s possible and according to your wishes.
Specific ways we may support you, as appropriate, may be:
- avoiding blame for the breakdown of the relationship
- being as honest as possible with each other
- Focus only on what matters, such as children, the house, the pension, etc., and avoid arguing about things such as sofas or dinner sets!
- consider taking a mediation approach to help you with this.
Are you thinking of divorce but don’t have a joint account? If you don’t have access to the family money, we can help. It’s possible to arrange for the legal fees to be paid by the person who does control the family finances.
How much does a divorce cost?
The cost of a divorce varies according to your situation. If your combined assets as a family are over £750,000 or your combined family income is more than £100,000 a year, do give us a ring to book an initial consultation.
In addition, we offer alternatives to the traditional divorce process, which can be lower-cost options. Our experts are trained in divorce mediation, arbitration and collaborative law.
How to start the divorce process
A solicitor can help you start the process of getting divorced, help you get the best result, and keep the process as straightforward as possible. A solicitor can help you issue or respond to divorce papers. We can also help you:
- Fill out divorce papers or respond to divorce papers
- Reach a financial settlement after divorce
- Agree on maintenance payments and child maintenance
- Divide your assets
Child custody & childcare arrangements during divorce
If you’re a parent, we’ll help you protect and promote the interests of your children at every stage of the divorce. You can rely on us to guide you, whether you’re starting the divorce process or responding to divorce papers. We can help you agree:
- Child custody – which is who the child lives with
- Child maintenance
- Childcare and arrangements after the divorce.
Nervous about your first meeting? Here's what to expect:
Talk to an expert
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Joshua Coombe
Partner, Families and Divorce
Chelmsford office
Meet Joshua -
Caroline Andrews
Senior Associate, Families and Divorce
Brentwood office
Meet Caroline -
Amber Kennedy
Solicitor, Families and Divorce
Cambridge office
Meet Amber -
Molly Hieatt
Solicitor, Families and Divorce
Chelmsford office
Meet Molly
Client experience
What our clients say
Legal 500 UK 2025
Essex
The family team is very experienced and client focused and able to offer specialist advice in all areas of family law. It approaches cases pragmatically and considers all aspects of non court dispute resolution as a method to assist its clients to find resolution to issues relating to finance and child arrangements. It uses cutting edge technology and is well assisted with support staff.
Legal 500 UK 2025
Beds, Bucks, Herts
They are a joy to work with. They remain professional throughout, but are also personable, and ensure they provide their client's with a first class service!
Legal 500 UK 2025
Beds, Bucks, Herts
Tees is deeply committed to its clients and to ensuring excellence in legal knowledge and case management. It is calm under pressure and not afraid to stand up for its clients' cases.
Legal 500 UK 2025
Beds, Bucks, Herts
This firm is a standout and 'go to' for all aspects of family law.
Legal 500 UK 2025
East Anglia
Confident and skilled solicitors who clearly seek to understand their client's problems.
Legal 500 UK 2025
East Anglia
Throughout a very tough and unpleasant process I have been completely supported. This was by the whole team and not just my lead solicitor. They showed an incredible amount of kindness and empathy and made sure I was comfortable with the whole process throughout. I never felt alone in dealing with very difficult issues.
Legal 500 UK 2025
East Anglia
Tees has a strong family team with Clare Pilsworth at its head. Clare is exceptionally diligent in pursuing her client's best interests, but also willing to take a pragmatic and collaborative approach to resolve issues.
Legal 500 UK 2025
East Anglia
Tees has a fantastic family law team who are dedicated to their clients. The team itself is highly personable and easy to get on with. However, they are also confident and skilled solicitors who clearly seek (and do) understand their client's problems.
Legal 500 UK 2024
'Helen Midgley is a recently trained mediator, this added string to her bow fits her way of working very well. She is an excellent solicitor, with a keen eye for detail, her preparation is meticulous and she seeks an amicable solution wherever possible. Helen is in a league of her own'
Legal 500 UK 2024
'Caroline Andrews has made what seemed impossible, possible. She explained every step of my divorce in understandable terms and ensured I received an amazing outcome'
Legal 500 UK 2024
'Tees as a firm have been very supportive and sensitive to my case. Their legal qualities and their personal qualities have made my very stressful situation much calmer to deal with. They are professional in every sense of the word and I am extremely grateful for their services'
Rachael Tilley
Chelmsford
I recently used Joshua Coombe to guide me through a divorce. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided me with reassurance and support at a difficult time. Joshua was very approachable and gave excellent advice and made the whole process as painless as possible.
Ms. D. C.
Leigh-on-Sea
Caroline Andrews has helped with my divorce and with two separate child arrangement orders. Her advice is easy to understand and she has been a tremendous support to our family during some very tough times. Thank you once again for all that you have done over the years, for me and my kids.
Mrs B.
Colchester
I was impressed by your prompt responses, your clarity and the way you all kept me on track. I couldn’t have asked for more from the team and I honestly believe I wouldn’t be in such a good place now if it hadn’t have been for you all as a team. A very big thank you.
