Tom Powles

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Tom is the Head of our Family department. He has practised family law since he qualified in 2003 and since then, has developed specialisms in multiple areas of family law, including children. Tom also regularly helps clients in separating their finances following the end of a relationship or marriage and offers advice and support about matters concerning domestic abuse. He advises on surrogacy and donor conception and assists clients with Parental Orders, as well as other LGBTQ+ matters. Tom is a member of the Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and is a Resolution-accredited specialist. Previously, he was also a qualified family mediator and now utilises those skills when seeking to establish a non-contentious approach towards family matters, where appropriate. Tom is recognised as a ‘Key Lawyer’ in Legal 500 UK 2024 and Chambers and Partner UK 2025 for his work in handling sensitive matters, particularly concerning shared care orders and changes of residence. One testimonial states: “Tom is extremely experienced.” He is also the Chair of Barcan+Kirby’s Wellbeing and Mental Health First Aid Committee and a MHFA England Champion. Tom Powles is listed as a Leading Lawyer by Wiselaw.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 318792

  • Based in Bristol, Avon
  • Licensed for 22 years

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Tom is the Head of our Family department. He has practised family law since he qualified in 2003 and since then, has developed specialisms in multiple areas of family law, including children. Tom also regularly helps clients in separating their finances following the end of a relationship or marriage and offers advice and support about matters concerning domestic abuse. He advises on surrogacy and donor conception and assists clients with Parental Orders, as well as other LGBTQ+ matters. Tom is a member of the Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and is a Resolution-accredited specialist. Previously, he was also a qualified family mediator and now utilises those skills when seeking to establish a non-contentious approach towards family matters, where appropriate. Tom is recognised as a ‘Key Lawyer’ in Legal 500 UK 2024 and Chambers and Partner UK 2025 for his work in handling sensitive matters, particularly concerning shared care orders and changes of residence. One testimonial states: “Tom is extremely experienced.” He is also the Chair of Barcan+Kirby’s Wellbeing and Mental Health First Aid Committee and a MHFA England Champion. Tom Powles is listed as a Leading Lawyer by Wiselaw.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 318792

  • Based in Bristol, Avon
  • Licensed for 22 years

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  • Barcan+Kirby LLP

    SRA-approved manager - Member

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Monday 09:00–17:15
Tuesday 09:00–17:15
Wednesday 09:00–17:15
Thursday 09:00–17:15
Friday 09:00–17:15
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

25 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 1EN

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The guidance and advice which I received during four and a half years to finalise an extremely horrific divorce was invaluable.

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I’m very grateful for the support and professionalism of Tom - my divorce solicitor throughout a difficult time. He was knowledgeable, approachable, and always kept me fully informed, which made the whole process much less stressful. His clear advice and dedication helped achieve a fair outcome, and I always felt my best interests were the priority. I would highly recommend his services to anyone needing expert and compassionate legal support.

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My case was dealt with care and consideration. I was kept informed all the way through and the business was completed with little fuss.

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Considering the circumstances I found the process very easy to get what I needed. The team were friendly and quick to respond to emails.

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Very prompt and reassuring with responses to questions.

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