Compare 1 SRA-regulated family solicitors covering Bristol and the surrounding South West England area. Every firm listed has been checked on the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Get in touch for free, no obligation.
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Clare Cox · Legal Director, Head of Care Team · Family · Bristol
Second Floor Prince House, 43-51 Prince Street, Bristol BS1 4PS
Law Society Children Panel member representing children and parents in care proceedings and complex private children disputes; Legal 500 Key Lawyer.
Family solicitors in Bristol usually charge an hourly rate, often between £150 and £350 depending on seniority, with an initial consultation sometimes offered free or at a fixed low fee. Divorces handled by agreement cost considerably less than contested cases that go to court.
No — most divorces in England and Wales are now handled through the online no-fault divorce process without a court hearing. Child arrangements and financial settlements can often be agreed through mediation or solicitor negotiation, with court reserved for cases where an agreement can't be reached.
A mediator is a neutral third party who helps both sides reach an agreement together and cannot give either of you legal advice. A solicitor represents your interests specifically and can advise you on your legal position — many people use both at different stages.
Legal aid for family matters is limited in England and Wales but may still be available if domestic abuse is involved, or if you're on a low income for certain case types. Some solicitors also offer a free or fixed-fee initial consultation — this is worth asking about directly.
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