Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Family Law Solicitors in Hamilton
Established in 1965, Brophy Carey has built a reputation as one of Lanarkshire's most experienced family law firms. Our team combines over 60 years of collective expertise to guide clients through relationship breakdowns, divorce proceedings, child custody matters, and financial settlements. We prioritise amicable resolutions through mediation while maintaining robust advocacy skills for court representation. Our solicitors hold specialist accreditations in family law mediation and have contributed to legal education as university tutors. We serve clients across North and South Lanarkshire with a personalised approach that begins with detailed case assessments.Our services extend to prenuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes, will writing, and guardianship applications. We maintain professional affiliations with CALM mediation services and the Scottish Legal Aid Board. Our practice philosophy centres on protecting client interests while minimising emotional distress during complex legal transitions. We operate from modern offices in Hamilton's Caird Park business district.
Services
Divorce proceedings
Child custody disputes
Prenuptial agreements
Cohabitation contracts
Mediation services
Will writing
Guardianship applications
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- Over 58 years of specialist family law experience
- Accredited mediators with CALM certification
- Solicitors with university teaching experience
- Established reputation in Hamilton Sheriff Court
- Personalised case management from senior partners
Associations and certifications
- CALM (Confederation of Alternative Dispute Resolution)
Services
Divorce proceedings
We handle all aspects of divorce and civil partnership dissolution. Our solicitors provide expert guidance on legal processes, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. With decades of courtroom experience, we ensure clients understand their rights and obligations while seeking amicable resolutions where possible.
Child custody disputes
Specialist representation for child residence and contact matters. We advise on parental responsibilities, school choice disputes, and relocation cases. Our solicitors regularly prepare court reports and have extensive experience in complex child welfare cases requiring sheriff intervention.
Prenuptial agreements
Drafting and reviewing prenuptial agreements to protect financial assets. We ensure full disclosure of assets and independent legal advice for both parties. Our agreements cover property division, spousal maintenance, and inheritance provisions in accordance with Scottish law.
Mediation services
CALM-accredited mediators facilitating negotiated settlements. We help couples resolve financial and child-related issues without court intervention. Our mediators maintain impartiality while ensuring legal compliance and practical implementation of agreed terms.
Will writing
Comprehensive will drafting services to protect assets and specify inheritance wishes. We handle simple and complex wills including trust provisions. Our solicitors advise on inheritance tax implications and ensure documents meet all legal requirements for validity.
People
Anne Brophy
Solicitor and Mediator
Qualified solicitor with over 30 years' experience in family law. Specialises in complex child custody cases and sheriff court reports. Former university tutor and peer reviewer for the Scottish Legal Aid Board. Holds multiple legal education roles.
Fiona Carey
Accredited solicitor and mediator
Family law specialist since 1988 with focus on financial settlements and child disputes. CALM-accredited mediator with expertise in high-conflict cases. University lecturer responsible for training future solicitors in family law matters.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise exclusively in family law matters including divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements, and mediation services across Lanarkshire.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide CALM-accredited mediation services for family disputes, helping couples reach agreements without court proceedings.
Are your services available outside Hamilton?
We serve clients throughout North and South Lanarkshire with document exchange and court representation available across Scotland.
How experienced are your solicitors?
Our team has over 58 years combined experience, with individual solicitors holding 30+ years of practice and university teaching roles.
Can you help with will writing?
Yes, we offer professional will writing services to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes with legal validity.
