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18 Years
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Your Trusted Family Law Solicitors in Walderslade
Established in 2008, Hatton Law specialises in family law, offering tailored legal advice on divorce, separation, children's matters, and financial implications. Our team, led by Deborah Hatton and Sharon Davey-Holpin, combines over 50 years of collective experience to guide clients through complex legal challenges with empathy and professionalism. As members of Resolution, we prioritise amicable solutions while ensuring clients' interests remain paramount.Our services extend across the UK and internationally, with a focus on Kent, supported by a commitment to accessibility through prompt appointments and fixed-fee options. We operate from modern offices in Walderslade, offering free parking and flexible consultation methods.
Services
Family Law
Divorce
Children Matters
Financial Implications
Prenups
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for legal excellence.
- Members of Resolution, the specialist family solicitors body.
- Over 25 years' experience in family law and mediation.
- Fixed-fee initial consultations to ensure cost transparency.
- Client-focused approach prioritising amicable dispute resolution.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Resolution
Services
Family Law
Hatton Law provides comprehensive family law services addressing divorce, separation, and cohabitation agreements. Our expertise ensures clients receive tailored guidance on asset division, parental responsibility, and legal rights. We prioritise amicable resolutions while preparing robust court representation when necessary.
Divorce
We navigate clients through divorce proceedings with clarity on financial settlements and post-divorce implications. Our team explains evolving legal frameworks, including recent reforms removing fault-based requirements, ensuring informed decision-making throughout the six-month minimum process.
Children Matters
Our child-focused approach resolves custody arrangements, visitation rights, and maintenance agreements. We advocate for cooperative parenting post-separation, offering court intervention only when essential to protect children's welfare and parental relationships.
Financial Implications
Specialist advice covers financial settlements, pension sharing, and business valuations during separations. We emphasize securing binding financial orders to prevent future disputes, balancing negotiation with forensic analysis of complex assets when agreements fail.
Prenups
We draft cohabitation and prenuptial agreements to clarify financial rights before relationships begin. These documents prevent disputes over property and assets, particularly for blended families or those with prior partnerships, ensuring legal clarity and protection.
People
Deborah Hatton
Solicitor
Deborah Hatton founded Hatton Law in 2008 after 15 years' experience in Kent family law. She specialises in financial settlements and has held leadership roles at Kent Law Society, combining legal expertise with community engagement.
Sharon Davey-Holpin
Solicitor/Mediator
Sharon Davey-Holpin joined Hatton Law in 2014 with over 25 years' family law experience. A qualified mediator since 2011, she integrates mediation skills across cases to achieve constructive client outcomes.
Lauren Osborne
Practice Manager
Lauren Osborne has managed Hatton Law's operations since its founding, overseeing accounts and administration. Her 15-year collaboration with Deborah Hatton ensures seamless client support and business efficiency.
Caron Willison
Legal Secretary
Caron Willison provides client support as legal secretary, leveraging her customer service background to assist clients through challenging legal processes with empathy and professionalism since 2015.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve clients across Kent, including Medway and Maidstone, with nationwide and international capabilities for family law matters.
Do you offer fixed-fee services?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee initial consultations lasting up to an hour, with clear pricing to avoid unexpected costs.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA ref 469401) and members of Resolution, ensuring professional standards.
Can you handle urgent child custody issues?
We offer urgent court applications for child welfare concerns, prioritising timely resolution while maintaining legal compliance.
Do you provide telephone consultations?
Yes, we offer flexible telephone or in-person appointments to accommodate clients' schedules and preferences.
