Business Details
8 Years
experience
Expert Family Law Solicitors in London
Peters May is a boutique family law practice established in 2018 by Juliette Peters and Jessica May. With over 50 years of combined experience, the firm specialises in divorce, financial settlements, and private children matters, including complex international cases. Recognised by leading legal directories such as Chambers & Partners and Legal 500, the firm prioritises empathetic, client-focused legal advice.Their collaborative approach ensures seamless service through a close-knit team of specialists. Juliette and Jessica previously worked at a major City law firm before founding Peters May to address the emotional and legal complexities of family law with expertise and compassion. The firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and serves clients across London and beyond.
Services
Divorce
Children Matters
Financial Settlements
Same-Sex Relationships
Injunctions
Unmarried Relationships
Separation Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in family law.
- Our collaborative team approach ensures seamless, high-level service.
- Recognised as a leading firm by Chambers, Legal 500, and The Times.
- Specialists in complex international and high-net-worth cases.
- Committed to resolving disputes with empathy and client-focused solutions.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Chambers & Partners UK
- Chambers HNW
- Legal 500
- The Times Best Law Firms
- Association of Lawyers for Children
What people say
Razor sharp attention to detail
Highly personable and understanding
Achieved excellent settlements
Proactive and knowledgeable
Dedicated to client needs
Services
Divorce
Peters May provides expert legal guidance for divorce proceedings, handling complex financial settlements and international jurisdictional issues. Our solicitors prioritise client well-being while ensuring legal precision. We represent clients in contested and uncontested divorces, focusing on fair outcomes.
Children Matters
We specialise in private children law, including residence, contact, and relocation cases. Our team advocates for children's best interests in court and negotiations. Services cover international child abduction and financial support arrangements.
Financial Settlements
The firm handles high-value financial claims involving property, trusts, and offshore assets. We enforce maintenance orders and resolve disputes over business valuations. Our expertise includes prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for asset protection.
Injunctions
Peters May secures injunctions to protect clients during relationship breakdowns, including non-molestation and occupation orders. We handle urgent applications for domestic abuse victims and financial asset preservation.
Same-Sex Relationships
We provide tailored advice for same-sex couples on divorce, civil partnership dissolution, and parental rights. Our solicitors address unique legal challenges in financial settlements and children matters for LGBTQ+ clients.
People
Juliette Peters
Partner
Juliette Peters is a specialist in divorce and private children law with over 25 years' experience. She previously worked with renowned Mayfair lawyer Raymond Tooth and handles complex international cases. Juliette is a non-practising Guernsey Advocate and frequently advises on offshore trusts.
Jessica May
Partner
Jessica May co-founded Peters May after working in leading London law firms. She specialises in financial settlements, cohabitation disputes, and children matters. Jessica has represented high-net-worth individuals and business owners in contested court cases across the UK.
Emily Brown
Solicitor
Emily Brown joined Peters May in 2024, bringing expertise in complex financial cases and domestic abuse matters. She focuses on property portfolios and parental alienation cases. Emily is a Resolution member committed to alternative dispute resolution methods.
Francesca McCay
Solicitor
Francesca McCay specialises in matrimonial finance and private children law. With experience in international maintenance and property transfers, she prioritises children's welfare. Francesca uses mediation to resolve disputes constructively as a Resolution member.
Sam Wilcox
Paralegal
Sam Wilcox assists in all family law areas while completing barrister training. He advocates for children's rights through pro bono work and supports cases involving special educational needs and school exclusions at Peters May.
Questions
What areas of law does Peters May specialise in?
We specialise in divorce, financial settlements, children matters, injunctions, and same-sex relationship disputes, including international cases.
How do you handle complex financial cases?
Our solicitors manage high-value assets, offshore trusts, and business valuations with expertise in cross-border jurisdictions and tax implications.
Can you assist with urgent child custody matters?
Yes, we provide immediate legal action for child abduction, contact disputes, and relocation cases across UK and international courts.
Do you offer alternative dispute resolution?
We prioritise mediation and collaborative law to resolve disputes amicably, reducing court intervention where possible.
What recognition has the firm received?
Peters May is ranked in Chambers & Partners, Legal 500, and The Times Best Law Firms for family law excellence.
How are legal fees structured?
We provide transparent cost estimates during initial consultations, with options for fixed fees and hourly rates depending on case complexity.
