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34 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Family Law Solicitors in London
Established in 1992, Lloyd Platt & Co is a distinguished family law firm with over three decades of experience in guiding clients through complex legal matters. Our team of seasoned solicitors specialises in divorce, financial settlements, child custody arrangements, and mediation services, prioritising amicable resolutions while safeguarding client interests. With a reputation built on successful negotiations and reported cases, we combine legal expertise with a compassionate approach to address the unique needs of each client. Our practice extends to cohabitation disputes, prenuptial agreements, and grandparents' rights, ensuring comprehensive support for family law issues.As accredited mediators, we advocate for collaborative solutions to minimise conflict and protect privacy. Our London-based team maintains transparency in costs and communication, offering clear guidance from initial consultation through to case resolution. With a focus on discretion and client empowerment, we navigate both domestic and international family law cases, including high-net-worth financial disputes and domestic abuse protection orders. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through the launch of a dedicated family mediation service in 2025, reflecting our ongoing dedication to evolving client needs.
Services
Divorce proceedings
Financial settlements
Child custody arrangements
Mediation services
Prenuptial agreements
Cohabitation disputes
Domestic abuse protection
Grandparents' rights
Collaborative law
Civil partnership dissolution
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in family law and divorce proceedings
- Our team includes accredited mediators with specialist family law expertise
- We provide transparent cost estimates from the first consultation
- We pioneered innovative mediation processes for grandparents' rights cases
- We combine legal expertise with a compassionate, client-centred approach
What people say
Exceptional support
Expert legal guidance
Compassionate approach
Successful outcomes
Transparent communication
Services
Divorce proceedings
We guide clients through divorce proceedings with sensitivity and legal expertise. Our solicitors handle all aspects including court applications, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. We specialise in both straightforward and complex cases involving international elements or high-value assets. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions while ensuring robust representation when litigation is necessary.
Financial settlements
Our team negotiates fair financial settlements during divorce proceedings. We handle property transfers, maintenance arrangements, pension divisions, and business asset valuations. With expertise in complex financial cases, we ensure equitable outcomes while protecting client interests. We utilise mediation and collaborative law to achieve cost-effective solutions where possible.
Child custody arrangements
We specialise in creating child-focused custody arrangements that prioritise the child's welfare. Our solicitors assist with residence orders, contact schedules, and dispute resolution. We handle complex cases involving international relocation or contested access, always maintaining sensitivity to family dynamics and children's needs.
Mediation services
Our accredited mediators facilitate constructive discussions to resolve family disputes amicably. We offer mediation for divorce settlements, child arrangements, and cohabitation disputes. This cost-effective alternative to court proceedings empowers clients to maintain control over decisions affecting their future.
Grandparents' rights
We advocate for grandparents seeking contact with grandchildren through innovative mediation processes. Our solicitors handle court applications when necessary, while prioritising peaceful resolutions that maintain family relationships and consider the child's best interests in contested access cases.
People
Vanessa Lloyd Platt
Founder & Senior Solicitor
With over 30 years' experience, Vanessa established the firm in 1992 and pioneered its innovative approach to family law. She specialises in complex divorce cases and grandparents' rights advocacy.
Gary Conway
Solicitor
Gary brings extensive family law experience, focusing on financial settlements and cohabitation disputes. He combines legal expertise with a compassionate approach to client representation.
Rachel Roberts
Solicitor
Rachel specialises in child custody matters and mediation services. With 15 years' experience, she advocates for child-centred solutions in complex family disputes.
Simon Wolman
Solicitor
Simon focuses on international family law cases and complex financial settlements. His expertise includes cross-border disputes and high-net-worth divorce proceedings.
Anya Gold
Solicitor
Anya specialises in prenuptial agreements and collaborative law. She provides clear guidance on asset protection for clients entering marriage or civil partnerships.
Questions
What services do you offer as family law solicitors?
We specialise in divorce, financial settlements, child custody, mediation, prenuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes, and grandparents' rights cases.
How does your mediation service work?
Our accredited mediators facilitate constructive discussions to resolve disputes amicably, covering child arrangements, financial matters, and relationship breakdowns.
Can you help with urgent domestic abuse cases?
Yes, we provide emergency legal protection including non-molestation and occupation orders with immediate court applications.
What makes your firm different from other solicitors?
We combine 30+ years' experience with innovative mediation approaches and a compassionate, client-focused service.
Do you handle international family law cases?
Yes, our expertise includes cross-border disputes, jurisdictional matters, and complex international financial settlements.
How are costs handled for legal proceedings?
We provide clear cost estimates upfront and offer various funding options including fixed-fee arrangements where possible.
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