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Stowe Family Law LLP - Divorce Solicitors Sheffield

Stowe Family Law LLP - Divorce Solicitors Sheffield

4.6(28 reviews)See reviews ↓·Sheffield

About the company

Stowe Family Law LLP is a family law firm that opened its first office in 1982 in a converted cobblers shop in Leeds. It has been helping families across the UK for over 50 years and is the UK's largest law firm dedicated to family matters. The firm has a team of over 200 leading UK divorce lawyers. Its team includes forensic accountants, a dedicated children's department, an adoption team, surrogacy law specialists, an international family law department, and trained mediators. Stowe Family Law is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

The Sheffield team is led by Managing Partner Nastassia Burton, who has 16 years of experience specialising in family law. The Sheffield office provides family law services including divorce and separation, pre and postnuptial agreements, finances, children's solicitors, fertility law, cohabitation agreements and disputes, and domestic abuse support. The Sheffield office is ranked Band 2 by Chambers & Partners and is recognised as a Top-Tier and Legal 500 'Leading Firm' (2026). It includes Resolution Accredited Specialists in Complex Financial Remedies and Private Children Law. Stowe Family Law does not offer legal aid.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Divorce proceedings, financial settlements and associated family matters form the core of the work handled for clients in Sheffield, and the feedback gathered reflects a practice built around sensitive, well-explained support. Named solicitors Maria Coster, Ella Ashforth, Rachael Harwin and Aimee are singled out repeatedly for combining professional expertise with genuine empathy, and reviewers describe being guided through the legal process step by step, with costs outlined early so that decisions could be made with full understanding.

Something that features in review after review is the speed of responses to calls and correspondence, alongside efficient progress on drafting and case management. Honest, thorough advice is another recurring strand, particularly where children or property are involved, and long-standing client relationships with individual solicitors appear throughout the accounts.

Several buyers describe moving from other firms after feeling kept in the dark, and contrast that with the clarity and attentiveness encountered here. Matters involving divorce and financial orders are the most frequently referenced, with the handling of stressful personal circumstances described as compassionate and methodical. Reliability, careful explanation and a willingness to advocate firmly for clients are the qualities that reviewers return to most often when describing their experience of the practice's family law work.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Bridget Sheridan1 September 2026

Aimee McKay was my solicitor during my divorce process. I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the outset Aimee was supportive and kind, she is able to combine being very professional, but also being empathic and constructive. I felt well supported throughout. She advised me well and listened to my thoughts and concerns. When there were areas of difficulty, Aimee found more information for me and helped me to make the decisions I needed to make. I would highly recommend Aimee. She is a good solicitor and a great person to have in your corner at such a time.

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Wendy Bell5 May 2026

I highly recommend Stowe. They helped me with compassion and understanding, when I was going through my divorce and financial settlement. Extremely efficient and caring company. Thank you Aimee and Stowe family law, for helping me through a difficult time in my life.

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Otso Manninen15 April 2026

Was given an initial appointment rapidly but after that they totally lost interest. Days waiting for simple answers to get the ball rolling, antequated verification systems involving printers, whole thing ground to a halt and I felt like last priority. Took my business elsewhere after wasting a lot time and a fair chunk of change on the initial appointment that was hardly value for money. Avoid.

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William Lea29 December 2025

Rachael Harwin has represented me for the last few years. She is professional and highly reliable. She is quick to respond to requests and to draft and send correspondence. She is honest with her advice and it feels as though she advocates well for me as her client.

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Rajendran Nava9 June 2025

I had the privilege of being represented by Bal Boughan and her team at Stowe Solicitors, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the outset, Bal demonstrated exceptional legal expertise and a deep understanding of family law, which gave me great confidence throughout the entire process. What truly set Bal apart was not only her extensive knowledge and strategic insight, but also her kind and compassionate demeanor. She took the time to explain every step clearly, listened patiently to my concerns, and made sure I felt supported during what was a very emotionally challenging time. Thanks to Bal’s guidance and dedication, we achieved a successful outcome in my case. I am incredibly grateful for her professionalism and humanity, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking legal support for family matters.

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stuart atkin7 May 2025

From the first time I met Jake Mitchell at the Sheffield office he instantly but my mind at ease and set to work on both my cases straight away. I had a few issues that needed dealing with straight away, but they were picked up by Jake and his team and dealt with swiftly. He always has my best interests at the forefront of any advice he gives me and how he approaches each task he has to do. Without Jake I feel would be lost, his no-nonsense approach is exactly what I need and he personable approach to everything. I know I am not his only client, but he makes you feel like you are his only one. I still have a long way to go but I have no doubt that Jake will get me there. Mentally with what you have to go through in family cases is hard and Jake always seems to know just the right thing to say when things are hard going. Further feedback after cases ended 05/05/2025 My cases have both just finished after 20+ months and I can honestly say I could not have done it on my own. Jake is an absolute credit to his profession and company he has always gone out of his way to give me the advice I needed to hear even if it wasn’t what I wanted to hear. He has a great rapport and sense of humour to boot which when your going through family court is a great help to lighten the mood. The team behind Jake was always there when I needed them when he couldn’t help either due to having a holiday or been in court. But he would always follow up with me as soon as he was able to. I cannot thank him enough the emotional stress and financial pressure the whole family court process puts on people is hard, but Jake always has at the forefront of his mind. I cannot thank Jake and his team enough for the support and willingness to go the extra mile over the last 20+ months.

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Andrew Charlesworth9 March 2025

My solicitor has been very professional and very helpful. She has helped me navigate through a very stressful time. Being very open and honest about the best ways forward and how much things will cost to ensure I have full information before making any decisions.

Family law solicitors in Sheffield compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 3 businesses in this category in Sheffield are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1Acclaimed Family Law★ 4,739No
2Stowe Family Law LLP - Divorce Solicitors Sheffield (this page)★ 4,628Yes
3Howells Solicitors★ 4,2274No
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Working hours
Monday08:30–19:00
Tuesday08:30–19:00
Wednesday08:30–19:00
Thursday08:30–19:00
Friday08:30–19:00
Saturday09:00–17:00
Sunday09:00–17:00