Top 10 of 4,157 law firms for Starting a Family, Family Law

Law firms ranked by client reviews

Starting a family covers the legal steps around creating a parent–child relationship, from fertility, surrogacy and assisted conception to birth, parenthood and placement for adoption. A solicitor in this area advises on permissions, parental rights and responsibilities, and the formal processes that establish or change parentage, including applications to courts and editors for orders. They also guide on the practical consequences for families across living arrangements, safeguarding and future upbringing.

Where a solicitor protects your position

The key issues in this work involve decisions that create or alter a child’s legal status, such as parental orders, parental responsibilities and the formal steps to adoption. These matters are time-sensitive and enforceable, with potential long-term effects on guardianship, welfare and the child’s future. A solicitor provides guidance on relevant acts, court timings and any protective or regulatory considerations, including regulatory oversight of surrogacy arrangements and parental rights validation.

You searched for Starting a Family specialists. Here are related areas of law to help you narrow down your results.

121

OTB Legal

5.0 986 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

We have found a review that matches your query

Ajantha Brabaharan

Tagged solicitor Ajantha Brabaharan

Ajantha handled my FLR(M) application as an unmarried partner, and from the moment she took it on she went through everything with me point by point. Nothing was assumed and nothing was left for me to guess at. Every time I contacted her she came back quickly, and the answers were never generic. I have dealt with a lot of lawyers in the US and in Korea over the years, and what stood out here was that she responded to my actual situation rather than reciting the rules back at me. When something was unclear she told me what it meant for me specifically. There were several points where the online system threw errors, and more than a few where the problem was simply my own mistake. I know I made her job harder than it needed to be. She never once let it show. She stayed calm, told me what to do next, and made sure I did not panic about any of it. On more than one occasion she was still helping me well outside office hours. When the decision came through she let me know straight away, before anyone else, and she sounded as pleased about it as I was. That is not something I expected from a solicitor, and after months of waiting it meant a great deal. English is not my first language and immigration rules are hard to follow even in plain English. Ajantha made the whole thing manageable. I will be applying for an extension in a few years and I would not consider going to anyone else. Sincere thank you for everything, Ajantha.

Review left by SiNae

5.0 36 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

5.0 125 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

4.9 67 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

4.9 3,716 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

5.0 45 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

4.6 125 Reviews

92%

Value for money

92%

Success rate

93%

Would recommend

We have found a review that matches your query

Jackie Colbert

Tagged solicitor Jackie Colbert

Jackie Colbert is by far the best family solicitor on this planet she went above and beyond to help me with my problems and was always here to guide me along. She’s been like a good friend over the last 2 years and been there through tears and laughter and I can’t thank her enough for the support she as gave me. She help me gain so much and got me more than I was expecting honestly Jackie you are the best and i wish you all the best in the future

Review left by Kerryanne

4.9 642 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

We have found a review that matches your query

Lucy Elizabeth Pankhurst

Tagged solicitor Lucy Elizabeth Pankhurst

I had been struggling to find a local solicitor to arrange power of attorney for my father until a friend passed on Lucy's details. I'm so glad they did because it was an absolute pleasure working with Lucy, she went out of her way to help me and Dad before her holiday. I will definitely recommend BWK.

Review left by Lee

131

Hansells

4.9 43 Reviews

91%

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

We have found a review that matches your query

Craig Gosling

Tagged solicitor Craig Gosling

We had a relatively complex Powers of Attorney requirement which was completed in an efficient and accurate way. We were kept up to date with all the progress, and the process was explained to us in a clear and timely fashion.

Review left by David

4.7 42 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

We have found a review that matches your query

Emma Kenvyn

Tagged solicitor Emma Kenvyn

Great experience from start to finish. Emma and her team were really helpful, supportive and informative.

Review left by Laura

4.8 82 Reviews

95%

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

We have found a review that matches your query

Gemma Whitchurch

Tagged solicitor Gemma Whitchurch

Gemma helped me navigate my divorce with the minimum of fuss/stress. She guided me and helped me understand the pros and cons of various options. She was approachable, efficient and did things promptly. I felt in safe hands.

Review left by Jo

5.0 59 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

4.8 492 Reviews

95%

Value for money

95%

Success rate

95%

Would recommend

139

Hegarty

5.0 34 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

We have found a review that matches your query

Lesley Knight

Tagged solicitor Lesley Knight

I would like to take this opportunity in thanking you for acting on my behalf for the divorce. Thanks for all your kind help.

Review left by Hegarty Client

4.8 22 Reviews

95%+

Value for money

95%+

Success rate

95%+

Would recommend

We have found a review that matches your query

Hi i would like to say I've have been with shashi jaulimsing for a long time he has help me so much an is dedicated in his work an in helping you with your problems however big or small an making you understanding everything what is going on he's a great guy thanks for all your help

Review left by Richard

Loading...

Clear