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Free Family Law Consultation

Free Family Law Consultation – Expert Solicitors at Howells

Looking for free family law advice? Howells Solicitors provide a free initial consultation with our experienced family law specialists. Whether you’re facing divorce, child custody issues, or financial disputes, our expert team offers clear, practical guidance to help you move forward with confidence.

Why Choose Howells for Family Law?

  • Free 30-minute consultation for all new clients
  • Affordable family law solicitors with fixed fee and transparent pricing
  • Accredited by Resolution and the Law Society
  • Recognised by The Legal 500 as a leading UK family law practice
  • Rated 4.9/5 on Review Solicitors – trusted by families nationwide
  • Remote appointments available
  • Flexible appointments at times that suit you

Our family law team offer a fixed fee divorce starting from ÂŁ330 and can offer competitive fees to deal with divorce, finances and child arrangements simultaneously. If needed, our team can represent you in family court and negotiate on your behalf.

Contact us or call us on 0114 2235 807 to book your free appointment today.


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What’s Included in Your Free Consultation

  • A 30-minute in-depth meeting with a qualified family law specialist
  • A clear understanding of your legal position and options
  • A tailored roadmap for resolving your situation
  • An estimate of costs if you choose to proceed

Appointments are available in person at our offices in Sheffield, Barnsley, or Rotherham, or remotely via phone or video call. We accept clients from across England and Wales.

 

Our Family Law Services

Our specialist family law specialists advise on all aspects of family law, including:

  • Divorce and separation (including fixed-fee divorce)
  • Financial settlements
  • Child custody and maintenance
  • Care proceedings
  • Pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements
  • Name changes
  • Child abduction and welfare matters

We also offer a fixed fee divorce starting from £330.

 

Nationwide Coverage

We represent clients across:

  • South Yorkshire (Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster)
  • Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Manchester, Liverpool, London, and beyond
  • Remote consultations available nationwide

Contact us or call us on 0114 2235 807 to book your free appointment today.


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Flexible Family Law Appointments

We understand family law matters can be stressful. That’s why we offer remote consultations via secure video or phone, making it easier and more convenient for you to access expert legal advice from home.

Remote appointments are offered throughout the case, and most correspondence is handled by email. Whether you’re dealing with sensitive family matters or simply seeking guidance, we ensure a smooth, stress-free experience that puts your needs first.

If your case requires a court hearing, many such procedural matters are now handled remotely too, or if in person we can arrange representation by a suitable local barrister, ensuring your legal journey is as smooth and accessible as possible.

If you do wish to meet our family aw solicitors face to face, you can book an appointment at one of our offices in Sheffield, Barnsley or Rotherham. While remote services offer convenience, they may not be suitable for those with limited digital literacy or access or where safeguarding is critical.

Contact us or call us on 0114 2235 807 to speak to a family law expert or book an appointment today.


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Affordable Family Law Fees

Our family law team offer transparent and affordable prices to suit all financial circumstances. You will always be kept up to date with costs, and they offer fixed fees for most areas, so you are always in full control.

Find a full list of our family law fees or find our more on our fixed fee divorce starting from £330.


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Contact Our Family Law Team Today

Book your free family law consultation now:

Call 0114 2235 807 or contact us online to speak to a family law expert.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Any court papers or letters you’ve received, key dates/timelines, relevant communications, and basic ID. For finances: a rough overview of income, assets, debts, housing, and childcare costs.

Yes, we offer remote appointments via telephone or by video for example on teams.

Yes, we offer flexible appointments to work at times that suit you.

Yes, although our offices are in Sheffield, Barnsley and Rotherham, we offer remote appointments nationwide on the telephone or by video for example on teams.

You can meet us in Sheffield (Bridge Street), Barnsley (Regent Street), or Rotherham (Ship Hill), or choose a remote appointment—whatever’s most convenient.

Yes. We advise on divorce financial settlements and wider financial arrangements for unmarried couples, and we can find the right solution for your situation.

Yes. We provide transparent pricing, written estimates at the outset, and a choice of fixed‑fee or competitive hourly rate services—no jargon, and regular cost updates.

Yes. We can help with advice on where a child lives, time with each parent, and contact arrangements and help you apply for Child Arrangements Orders.

Yes. We’re authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and comply with the SRA Standards and Regulations.

You’ll speak with a family lawyer who’ll listen to your situation, outline immediate options and recommend next steps and costs.

Yes. Your consultation and any documents you share are handled in confidence subject to our professional obligations.

We can begin as soon as you confirm instructions and complete onboarding. We’ll then agree scope and timelines. Pricing and approximate costs of work will be discussed at your consultation.

Most correspondence is via email, with follow‑up calls or online meetings. Many procedural hearings are handled remotely, which keeps things efficient.

 

 

Free Family Law Advice

Our family law team offer a free legal consultation to new clients. In your consultation you will get a good understanding of your legal position, a clear road map of your situation and an estimate of your costs. You can book an appointment by telephone, video call or in person, at a time that suits your needs.

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Speak to Our Family Law Team

If you are unsure about your legal position or what to do next, an initial conversation with an experienced family law solicitor can help you understand your options.

Our specialist family law team advises clients on divorce, financial settlements and child arrangements, as well as other complex family law matters.

With family law solicitors based in Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley, we can help identify the appropriate specialist for your circumstances.

Find out more on our family law team.

 

Independently Recognised Family Law Solicitors

 

Legal 500 2027 – Yorkshire: Family – Tier 2

The Legal 500 recognises Howells’ family law team across Sheffield, Barnsley and Rotherham and highlights the team’s strength in contentious matters and depth of advocacy experience.

The team is led by John Clegg and Laura Hill in Sheffield, Sharon Lockwood in Rotherham and Deborah Thompson in Barnsley. Legal 500 feedback describes John as “a very experienced and reputable solicitor in the area”, while Sharon is recognised for her experience, understanding of clients’ needs and proportionate approach to progressing cases.

John Clegg is also individually ranked Band 4 by the prestigious Chambers UK 2206 & 2027 guide. Chambers recognises his experience across family finance, financial remedy, TOLATA and Schedule 1 applications, as well as Children Act cases including international matters.

The Howells family law team has been recognised in the Legal 500 rankings for the previous five years.

 

Trusted by Our Clients

 

Our family law team is ranked No. 3 in Sheffield and No. 1 in Rotherham and Barnsley on ReviewSolicitors, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 and 99% of clients saying they would recommend the firm.

“Many thanks again for your invaluable help, advice and your calm, approachable manner. It is very much appreciated!”

“Excellent service with prompt response time.”

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What Other Legal Professionals Say

 

“An effective and tenacious advocate known for his thorough, sensible and constructive approach. Has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all areas of financial and children cases and the safest pair of hands no matter how difficult the case.”

“John Clegg is very experienced, knowledgeable, approachable and focussed. I know that he will give clients the support they need and do an excellent job for them.” – Chambers UK 2027
John Clegg

Family Law

0114 249 6795
Sharon Lockwood

Family Law

01709 364000
Colin Musgrave

Family Law

0114 249 6709
Wendy Bailey

Family Law

01226 805 190
Danielle Mahyar

Family Law

01226 805 190
Laura Hill

0114 249 6638
Caroline Euinton

Family Law

0114 249 6643
Ramandeep Kaur

Family Law

0114 249 6703
Michaela Logue

Family Law

0114 2496666
Louise Ellis

Family Law

01709 364 000
Ben Thompson

Family Law

0114 2496666
Alexandria Broadley

Family Law

0114 2496 640
Cody Minshall

Family Law

0114 249 6656