Stowe Family Law Reviews 

The overall experience was really good - in my high conflict divorce having someone look out for my interests, filter the important from the distracting/posturing, and ultimately drafting something fair, implementable and that is allowing me to move on means all my boxes are ticked.

Firstly, solicitors are not cheap. Stowe are roughly as expensive as everyone else; I had a solicitor and senior solicitor at different points in my case, and both were more than capable, knowledgeable, compassionate and focused on getting me the best reasonable deal they could. I was never promised something that could not be delivered, my questions were always answered promptly and it also gave me the clarity to make the decisions.

My only criticism was that I occasionally felt that there is a little bit of back-covering when what I really wanted was opinion considering their experience as well as the law. Stowe solicitors were understandably risk averse, but it sometimes led to instances where I was provided with two options and not really sure whether they were recommending one or saying it was a bad idea.

As an example, my ex and I agreed a rough set of figures independently during the case for finances, but the advice I received was quite difficult for me to understand. It included both 'once the offer is made the other side will likely rely on it moving forward, and it is less than what you would likely get from the court' and, in the same email, 'once court and legal costs are factored in, you may end up with less if we went to court.' I could not work out whether the deal was recommended or not, and really what I was wanting was either 'this deal isn't enough, I really think you need to reject it' or 'honestly, while you could get more I cannot see how your legal fees won't snowball to more than eclipse it.' The advice was slightly too watery for these moments.

The standard of legal preparation work, drafting and legal writing to opposition was exceptional. At all levels I felt backed by someone capable, even for my solicitor going up against a managing partner at my ex's well-rated firm, never felt like anything other than two equally skilled lawyers messaging. In fact, they were exceptional at being able to tell whether the other side was effectively bluffing/over-stating their position or offering something legally dubious, or not.

Finally, as aforementioned, costs are important to note. Stowe's billing system is dreadful, unclear and difficult to understand. There were a number of times I had to challenge a bill because I did not understand where the costs came from. Some of these I was refunded for, others were perfectly legitimate and just poorly explained. Stowe would do well to improve their billing, and my recommendation would be that clients can log in and see costs in real time. Surprise bills are annoying, and while their standard for charging up front means I now leave debt free, managing cash flow through divorce is hard enough without what feels like randomly escalating £3k-£4k bills appearing.

However, the solicitors themselves are all cost conscious, and I did not find or feel any overbilling from them. In fact, they proactively looked for ways to let me save money. Overall, they are worth the money, are not more expensive than others in the market, and offer a really good quality service, allowing me to gain an outcome that I would not have been able to get otherwise, and ultimately move on from one of the most stressful times of my life.

5 star review, 5 star company and Sarah is simply 5 stars. She has helped me understand the process, explained everything in detail and she has supported me throughout the beginning of my case. I am very grateful to have her to help me and I know she will support me throughout. Thank you.

Having been attempting to negotiate my position independently for 3.5 years of a protracted separation I finally instructed solicitors and chose Stowe.
I chose Stowe due to their standing as a national company with a strong history and high Google ratings. I was aware that they were not the cheapest firm but believed that the additional cost would result in high quality standard of support.
I hoped for them to be transparent, communicative and trustworthy and provide a service that would leave me feel confident and reassured. Although this was my expectation the reality fell far from the mark and unfortunately this was the case from start to finish through my experience with them. Instead of a done with experience where I was aware of shared strategy, the process was dictated to me and I could only get answers or clarification through paying additional fees.
Initially, I had an introductory meeting with a senior solicitor that I had not chosen and although we talked through my case in detail the solicitor did not show an understanding of my situation in the correspondence that followed. The solicitor then was absent on numerous occasions and my case was left to be managed by junior solicitors who were actually far more effective. Despite this I was constantly overcharged for the senior solicitors oversight even for minor tasks. I was also made to pay for information that I did not request despite this information being easily accessible on the internet for free. When I challenged this not only did I receive no compensation I was also charged the cost of the call to discuss the issue. In addition, I regularly had emails unresponded to which I was charged for and when I did receive responses they were sometimes one line directions with no punctuation. It is shocking to me to receive this low level of correspondence and support despite the expensive cost of sending and receiving emails to my solicitor and the junior solicitors supporting her. Despite request the strategy of my case has never been discussed with me and I wonder if there has ever been one. After challenging this on numerous occasions I was told my court fees for initial FDA hearing would be just below £20 000. This was due to the level of work needed by my solicitor and their preferred council which they directed me to instruct. However, when reaching out to another firm comparative fees were nearly £10 000 cheaper with more economic yet suitable options offered for the FDA hearing. Following this I have closed my account with Stowe, however, I have spent in access of £5000-6000 and I am no further forward with my case. Having hoped for ethical and high quality representation the standard of support I was receiving was shockingly low.

Stowe have been the epitome of an organisation who seeks to protract, overcharge and delay proceeding in their own interest instead of supporting their clients in the most vulnerable financial situations.

I would advise anyone considering Stowe Family Law to think again. The standard of support I am now receiving is like night and day in comparison for the fraction of the costs. This is despite Stowe having still not releasing my case file even though it has been requested around a month ago.

A fabulous photo appointment with Hannah. Very friendly, down to earth which was so professional. Totally understand me and advice given was very helpful giving me lots of options and advice on my separation. Thank you Hannah.

Spoke to Anu Kaur - I was looking for some advice for a situation I found myself in. I found her advice very practical and helpful, and she helped me see a number of facets to my situation that I would otherwise not be aware of. Would definitely recommend conversations with her to help parse through complex situations.

I came to Mercedes with fear on which was the right way to move forward with our business and my personal settlement and pending divorce.
Mercedes did not at any time clock watch and allowed me the opportunity that I needed to get everything discussed in a timely manner even though we had a set amount of time paid for. She listened and gave me great advice and told me things that I had not expected, good and bad, but in the end turned it around into a positive experience.

Approachable, professional, attentive, listening, well briefed. A very good online meeting with Kate who outlined the process, explained the issues, identified nuances and was fully supportive. I am confident that Kate will support me to get the best outcome in my circumstances.

I am coming to the end of my dealings with this great service. When I started on the divorce process I was very stressed and confused. The team ( headed by Jennifer Reddy) were easy to contact and always sympathetic and put me at ease. What more can you ask for??

Heather Arnold represented me in my recent Children matter. She was approachable, compassionate, empathetic and hugely professional throughout. She laid things out clearly including setting my expectations where appropriate and made herself available for calls/emails whenever needed. Heather attended a number of Court Hearings with me and provided both professional and emotional support at all times. I'm very grateful to her and her wider team including Orla Connolly who provided invaluable assistance on the rare occasion Heather was unavailable.

I highly recommend Sarah McLoughlin and the team at Stowe Family Law in Derby. When I first sat in Sarah's office during an incredibly challenging and stressful time, her reassurance and professional guidance made all the difference. She has supported me from day one, helping me navigate a highly complex co-parenting situation with patience and absolute expertise. Her swift, tactical advice has successfully helped us transition to a structured, child-focused communication platform, prioritising my daughter's well-being above all else. I am genuinely so thankful for her support from the bottom of my heart."

Excellent service and advice from Laura Williams… really felt comfortable in the meeting and the advice and strategy was first class.

Eilidh and Lucy were very professional and actively involved in my case which was a battle in itself to get an agreement. Through sheer determination and professionalism they managed to get an agreement throuh their skills. Well recommended they kept me fully informed during my case.

Bethan and Hannah from Stowe Family Law have been absolutely fantastic throughout the process of my divorce proceedings ensuring I was informed every step of the way. They really removed the stress and anxiety for me.
Highly recommended.

I received clear, concise, and personalised advice throughout my consultation. All of my questions were answered thoroughly, and the initial meeting gave me the confidence to make the right decisions for both my children and myself moving forward. The service was professional, supportive, and reassuring from start to finish. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking expert advice.

Laura was very knowledgeable and explained options clearly
Gave me confidence in going ahead

I had a great experience with this solicitor. They were fast, proactive, and kept me informed throughout the process. Their costs were explained upfront with no surprises, and I felt the pricing was fair. I would happily recommend their services.

Yvonne was my rock throughout my divorce. From the very beginning, she made what felt like an overwhelming and lonely process so much more manageable.
Her patience, kindness, and guidance were exceptional. She took the time to talk me through every step, explaining everything clearly and never making me feel embarrassed about my lack of IT skills. She always put me at ease and gave me the confidence to move forward.
When it came to attending court, having Yvonne by my side made me feel supported, reassured, and strong. Knowing she was there meant I never felt like I was facing it alone.
Divorce is one of the hardest and loneliest experiences a person can go through, but thanks to Yvonne’s professionalism, compassion, and unwavering support, I came through it feeling heard, understood, and cared for.
I will always be grateful for everything she did for me and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone needing a solicitor who truly goes above and beyond.

I have had an initial consultation with Sarah Mc Loughlin today. She was prompt with the call and spoke with a friendly and kind deminor.The emails and information form filled out prior to the appointment meant the time could be fully utilised and also helped me consider the questions I wanted answered. She listened’asked all the questions required and gave me concise information which is just what I needed. I had no idea of what I should be doing and what to expect In The timeline of a divorce but she broke information into chunks and helped me understand my next steps. She was able to provide pointers to key things to have in place and provided links to save me scouring the internet for what I needed.
Thankyou for all your help

Friendly through our the case and kept me well informed

I met Daniela Da Silva in January 2026. Daniela was always very polite and patient with great advice and direction right upto the conclusion of my financial remedy case. Although the fee's were always an issue for me, I do recommend Daniela for delivering a great service. Divorce is an awful process but Daniela can support you with ease and great guidance. MA