Paul Prentice

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I have specialised in family law for over 20 years and have a broad range of experience in all aspects of family law. I have particular expertise in financial cases involving substantial income and capital, both in this country and abroad, including complex business and trust structures and substantial property portfolios. I am passionate and committed to helping all my clients through what I understand is a very difficult time. I try to focus on ensuring that parties separate as amicably as they can, regardless of the reasons the marriage broke down. I also concentrate on prioritizing the children’s needs and getting both parties to focus on what is in their children’s best interests.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 5506

  • Based in Guildford, Surrey
  • Licensed for 30 years

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I have specialised in family law for over 20 years and have a broad range of experience in all aspects of family law. I have particular expertise in financial cases involving substantial income and capital, both in this country and abroad, including complex business and trust structures and substantial property portfolios. I am passionate and committed to helping all my clients through what I understand is a very difficult time. I try to focus on ensuring that parties separate as amicably as they can, regardless of the reasons the marriage broke down. I also concentrate on prioritizing the children’s needs and getting both parties to focus on what is in their children’s best interests.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 5506

  • Based in Guildford, Surrey
  • Licensed for 30 years

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  • Prentice Family Law Limited

    Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration

    Until Present

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  • English

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Monday 08:00–07:59
Tuesday 08:00–07:59
Wednesday 08:00–07:59
Thursday 08:00–07:59
Friday 08:00–07:59
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Ground Floor, Building 2, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 8XG

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Grateful for Their Care, Expertise and Dedication

I cannot thank Prentice Family Law enough for the support I’ve received over the last four years. From the very beginning Paul and Sarah made me feel like more than just another client and were consistently helpful and supportive throughout an incredibly difficult period of my life.  I always felt genuinely listened to and Paul's professionalism, knowledge, and calm guidance gave me confidence even at the hardest moments.  I will always be grateful for the care and dedication Prentice Family Law provided me throughout the entire process and would recommend them without hesitation to anyone who finds themselves needing legal advice and support during a difficult divorce.

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The start of this process for me was incredibly stressful, however I was made to feel comfortable and supported by Paul throughout this journey. I have recommended the Prentice law firm to others and will continue to do so.

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Excellent

Very professional, advise was on point and dealt with a tricky situation the best ways.

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A great Advocate when you need one.

After needing the use of a solicitors firm for my divorce and having been let down for 6 months by a "big" firm, I engaged Paul and from the get go he was brilliant. He explained everything in simple terms, advised what battles to pick and what to let go as they were not important in the scheme of things. Whenever I sent an email, if Paul didn't reply immediately, due to being in court, then Sarah who runs the office would email back to advise that Paul was out but she would advise him on his return. The whole divorce process took 5 years!! None of this time was due to Paul dragging things out; as most people seem to think solicitors do; it was more down to my ex-wife delaying things. It's finally done so thank you Paul and Sarah for all your support. If you need a good divorce solicitor come to Prentice Family Law, ignore the "big" firms as you are just a number to them whereas with PFL you're a client but more than that, you're a person who is going through a difficult process, so you are treated that way.

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Exceptional Service for Complex Divorce Case - Paul Prentice

Choosing Prentice Family Law and Paul Prentice was the best decision for my case. I came to Paul after my FDR hearing, facing the immediate need to prepare for a 4-day Final Hearing at very short notice. This was a task that other firms would not take on, particularly for a matter involving complex assets, including a family farm and a business. I originally started with a much larger, impersonal firm that wasted a significant portion of my limited funds trying to argue that my 'conduct' element would not hit the legal threshold, which I felt was entirely unjust. Moving my file to Paul Prentice was truly transformative. He immediately validated the necessity of the conduct argument and provided the personal service and expert advice I desperately needed. Crucially, the case included the rare and highly complex addition of this 'conduct' element, which Paul not only secured at the Pre-Trial Review (PTR) but also successfully proved it in court. The barrister chosen by Paul perfectly translated Paul's enthusiasm and commitment to succeed on my behalf, which was such a relief during the hearing. His ability to step in under extreme pressure and deliver such a professional result on a challenging legal point is remarkable. Paul Prentice combines specialist knowledge with genuine personal commitment, ensuring his whom delivers. I wholeheartedly recommend him for anyone facing complex or high-stakes family law issues.

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Thank you very much for your kind words. You were a pleasure to act for and we wish you all the best for the future.

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From my initial consultation with Paul through to the completion of my divorce, Paul was highly responsive, efficient and easy to work with. I felt confident at all times that he was on top of my case and that no stone would be left unturned. He is also extremely sensitive to cost and very transparent with billing which helped hugely with budgeting. I would highly recommend Prentice Family law.

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Claire

I would like to extend my thanks to Paul Prentice on getting me through what has been a very long and tiring divorce settlement. Paul's ongoing tireless dedication to my case got us the best result that was needed. He has been amazing and his experience, expertise and care has undoubtedly got me through this most difficult and stressful process. He has been on hand at a moment's notice, during weekends and even whilst away on a family vacation, ensuring I was ok and readily available to deal with pressing matters. I am so grateful and cannot recommend him highly enough. Thank you so much.

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I found Paul to have a very professional and dedicated approach in achieving the best possible outcome for me  in a difficult personal scenario . He took a strategic and also detailed approach to ensure a positive result .  Paul was very personable, pragmatic, diligent and well balanced in his views and an excellent communicator which enabled me to get the best possible outcome when I went through a divorce.  I have since recommended several of my friends to Paul and all have received positive outcomes with his thorough and professional approach  ." Andrew

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Paul was excellent from start to finish. He supported both personally and professionally. He was very clear with his advice, extremely knowledgeable on the law and highly experienced. I really feel he went above and beyond with his service and direct engagement. He took a very sound and balanced view. His fees were fair and I could not recommend him highly enough.

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Dominic

Paul is outstanding. Incredibly informative , understands the nature of the situation and was unbelievably responsive by phone and email. He also has some Very, very strong contacts and quite honestly, I couldn't recommend him more. Thanks again

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