Best Public Children Matters Solicitors in Derbyshire

“I was represented in a child Arrangement Case by Beth Sheridan who works for Stowe Family Law. From the initial contact with this law firm I received the best service and advice. Beth was fully engaged in the case and she worked hard to get all the facts communicated to the courts clearly. The fact that this case was dealt with in 2021 during the covid lock down period, made it impossible to meet in person and discuss the case. However, I did not feel left out at any point as Beth was always available to respond to emails or telephone messages. Dealing with Stowe Solicitors and especially Beth, helped to give my family confidence to continue with life during a very difficult time when my daughter had just been diagnosed with a serious medical condition. I cant thank Stowe solicitors enough and would like to commend them for a job well done. ”

“Me and my partner almost lost our child to adoption but these guys fighted and helped us and now she's gone for a special gardienship, so I can't thank them enough, I can't thank emily sherwood she's the best, best solicitors, 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

“I am writting this reveiw as i am one of the fortunate ones and one that received help via family law group...my case was a very horrid experience via a section 47 carried out but with the help i received the family law group could see we were very good parents and with family law group fighting my case they made me understand what i was supposed to do and why and how i should do things and being stubburn gets you no where and we ended the hearing after 6 months of proceedings that would normally be 9 months and ended up walking out with what we went in with nothing more nothing less..even though i didnt agree with this once explain them 2 important facts about time frame and leaving court with no order we felt that we had won as they didnt get our children or get any order put in place and now my family can get back to family life and now shown that actually they were wrong and im glad i went to family law but my advice would be to listen and do this carefully as what they advise is the right decision as theres lots of wrong ones you can make so thankyou family law for keeping my family together and you wont be forgotten for what you have done for my family thankyou”

“I contacted Nelson’s on the recommendation of another client and was allocated Melanie Brigden. After the initial consultation I was more than confident that Melanie and of course Melanie 2 could handle this somewhat difficult case! Initially I went with a child arrangement order which both parents objected to but Melanie soon dealt with their objections and the order was given … I went for an SGO order as well and although it’s wasn’t granted didn’t feel it was anything to do with the lack of attention to detail by Melanie her hands were tied by social worker recommendation. This still didn’t stop Melanie pushing in court for the best outcome possible on the day .. I am totally happy my granddaughter gets to grow up in a safe , loving and stable future. I would recommend the two Melanie’s and employ them again in a minute . ”

“Andrew has supported me on previous occasions and, whilst he has not formally represented me throughout my recent proceedings, he has continued to provide invaluable legal guidance and support. My case has been particularly challenging. Throughout the Family Court process, Andrew took the time to walk me through documentation, sense-check correspondence from the opposing solicitor, and was even available should I have needed immediate assistance during court hearings. This was also the case through my financial remedy. One might argue that this is simply part of the job and that Foys should expect no less. However, Andrew consistently went well above and beyond what I could reasonably have expected. He not only provided sound legal advice, but also knew when the best course of action was to advise me not to respond at all, which was often just as valuable. He has always acted with the utmost professionalism. Equally important, his humour and wit have frequently shone through. During what was, at times, an isolating and overwhelming legal battle for a lay person, those moments of humanity made a real difference. It is something I will never forget. Andrew is a genuinely decent man, an exceptional solicitor, and a tremendous asset to Foys Solicitors. His experience, judgement and leadership are qualities that cannot easily be replicated. I understand that Andrew is now in the process of embarking on what I hope will be a long and enjoyable retirement. Before he does so, I wanted to place on record my sincere thanks, and those of my children, who now benefit from the security of a robust Child Arrangements Order.”