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Thomas Dunton Solicitors LLP Thomas Dunton Solicitors LLP

Maria James

Partner & Joint Head of Family

4.5
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Maria James is a Partner and Joint Head of the Family Department at Thomas Dunton Solicitors LLP. She also works closely with the Private Client team, advising on probate matters and the administration of estates. Maria qualified as a solicitor in 1994 and joined Thomas Dunton Solicitors in February 2016 from a City practice. She is a Resolution Accredited Specialist in Financial Remedy, Children Act matters, and Child Abduction, reflecting her extensive experience in complex and sensitive cases. Within the Family Department, Maria undertakes a broad and varied caseload, including divorce, dissolution, and separation matters, many involving substantial or complex financial issues. She also advises on disputes relating to children under the Children Act, including relocation applications. Maria has a particular interest in international children cases and is an Accredited Specialist in Child Abduction matters. Thomas Dunton Solicitors is a panel member of the International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU), and Maria regularly acts for parents from around the world whose children have been wrongfully brought to the UK. She is also frequently instructed by parents who have brought their children to the UK without the agreement of the other parent and who are facing urgent court proceedings. As part of her private client practice, Maria advises executors and beneficiaries on probate and the administration of estates. She supports clients at every stage of the process, providing clear, practical advice with a strong emphasis on efficiency, sensitivity, and attention to detail.

Thomas Dunton Solicitors LLP Thomas Dunton Solicitors LLP

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 165322

  • Based in Orpington, Kent

  • Licensed for 31 years

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Thomas Dunton Solicitors LLP Thomas Dunton Solicitors LLP

Maria James is a Partner and Joint Head of the Family Department at Thomas Dunton Solicitors LLP. She also works closely with the Private Client team, advising on probate matters and the administration of estates. Maria qualified as a solicitor in 1994 and joined Thomas Dunton Solicitors in February 2016 from a City practice. She is a Resolution Accredited Specialist in Financial Remedy, Children Act matters, and Child Abduction, reflecting her extensive experience in complex and sensitive cases. Within the Family Department, Maria undertakes a broad and varied caseload, including divorce, dissolution, and separation matters, many involving substantial or complex financial issues. She also advises on disputes relating to children under the Children Act, including relocation applications. Maria has a particular interest in international children cases and is an Accredited Specialist in Child Abduction matters. Thomas Dunton Solicitors is a panel member of the International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU), and Maria regularly acts for parents from around the world whose children have been wrongfully brought to the UK. She is also frequently instructed by parents who have brought their children to the UK without the agreement of the other parent and who are facing urgent court proceedings. As part of her private client practice, Maria advises executors and beneficiaries on probate and the administration of estates. She supports clients at every stage of the process, providing clear, practical advice with a strong emphasis on efficiency, sensitivity, and attention to detail.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 165322

  • Based in Orpington, Kent

  • Licensed for 31 years

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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0168 982 2554
maria.james@thomasdunton.co.uk
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Monday 09:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

217-219 High St, Orpington, BR6 0NZ

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    I would 100% reccomend Thomas Dunton Solicitors!

    My experience with my solicitor at Thomas Dunton was always professional and friendly. I often would go in to see Maria feeling nervous and out of my depth and came out feeling calm, and ready to move forward. Maria was very good at explaining things in a way that was easy to understand, giving me sensible, sound advice with great legal knowledge. I am more than happy with the service I received.

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    Thank you very much for the review you recently left for Maria. We are thrilled that you are always made to feel at ease in your encounters with us. Thank you again for the feedback - it is much appreciated. Kind regards, Nicola.

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