Family law advice in Leeds, without the jargon or the surprise bill.
We advise on divorce, arrangements for children, and dividing finances. Our fees are published on this site so you know the cost before you call.
First 30-minute call is free. No obligation to instruct us afterwards.
Start with the question you actually have
How we help
Three areas, handled by the same small team from start to finish. You will not be passed between departments.
Divorce and separation
Ending a marriage or civil partnership, separation agreements, and advice for unmarried couples who are splitting up. Most divorces now go through online and are largely administrative — we tell you honestly when you need us and when you don't.
Divorce and separation
Arrangements for children
Where children live, how time is shared, schooling and relocation. We start with what can be agreed between you, and go to court only where agreement genuinely isn't possible.
Arrangements for children
Financial settlements
Dividing property, savings, pensions and business interests, plus maintenance. We explain the likely range of outcomes early so you are not negotiating in the dark.
Financial settlements
What it costs
Family law is not one of the areas where the SRA requires published pricing. We publish it anyway, because not knowing the cost is the main reason people put off getting advice.
- First call30 minutes, by phone or video
- Free
- Fixed-fee divorceSole application, uncontested, our fees only
- £950
- Court fee for a divorce applicationPayable to HMCTS, not to us. Correct at 13 July 2026.
- £628
- Consent order draftingTo make a financial agreement binding
- £750
- Hourly rate — solicitor
- £240–£295
- Hourly rate — trainee or paralegal
- £145
All figures exclude VAT at 20% unless stated. Court fees and other disbursements are payable in addition and are listed separately on every bill. Contested matters are charged hourly; we give you a written estimate before starting work and tell you promptly if it needs to change.
What happens when you get in touch
Three steps before you are committed to anything.
You tell us what's happened
A 30-minute call with a solicitor, not a call handler. Bring questions. There is nothing you need to prepare.
We set out your options in writing
Within two working days you get a short letter covering your realistic options, what each would cost, and how long each takes.
You decide whether to instruct us
If you do, we agree a fixed fee or a written estimate first. If you don't, the advice you've had is still yours to use.
Our team
Four people. Whoever takes your first call stays with your matter.
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Ruth Ellery
Director and solicitor
Financial settlements, including pensions and family businesses. Qualified 2006.
LLB (Leeds), Resolution accredited specialist
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Daniel Okonjo
Solicitor
Arrangements for children, including relocation and schooling disputes. Qualified 2014.
LLB (Sheffield), Resolution member
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Priya Raval
Solicitor
Divorce, separation agreements and advice for cohabiting couples. Qualified 2019.
LLB (York), trained collaborative practitioner
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Martin Quayle
Paralegal
Supports the team on court applications, disclosure and consent orders.
LLB (Huddersfield), working towards qualification