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Divorce & Family Law

The breakup of any relationship is difficult. That's without any legal battles. Lanyon Bowdler understands during times like this you need a solicitor who will listen to you and offer you the very best legal advice.  For legal advice please contact us on 0800 652 3371.

You need the strength of a reputable law firm behind you with membership of the Law Society Family Panel and Accredited Specialists with Resolution; our solicitors are dedicated to the interests of their clients and are committed to guiding you with assurance through complex legal procedures. Divorce and family solicitors at Lanyon Bowdler will minimise your stress and ensure you will receive a timely and successful outcome.

We are able to offer mediation services from a highly experienced mediator and also collaborative law services from a fully trained collaborative lawyer – these services will help you achieve an amicable solution to your family problems.

The Family Department has been awarded a Specialist Quality Mark by the Legal Services Commission, and holds a contract to offer publicly-funded legal services (formerly called Legal Aid) to clients. 

The Family Department offers a free 30-minute initial consultation

Legal 500 Recommendation

The team maintained their ranking in 2010.  But the 2008 edition of the Legal 500 states "Peter Flint is the key contact at Lanyon Bowdler, which handles ancillary relief claims and private child law cases. The merger with Morgans in May 2007 saw the arrival of Colin Spanner in the Ludlow office."

The 2010 Legal 500 states " Lanyon Bowdler's 'attention to detail' is invaluable, and Peter Flint is 'kind and supportive'.  He is experienced in advising on high-value ancillary relief claims arising out of divorce proceedings and all aspects of private children's law."

Lanyon Bowdler is based in Shropshire & Herefordshire with offices in Shrewsbury, Hereford, Ludlow, Oswestry,Telford and Wellington. Our divorce and family solicitors work on behalf of clients locally, as well as in neighbouring counties such as Staffordshire, Powys and the West Midlands.  The team are able to offer advice and assistance to clients thoughout the UK. 

To find out more about our teams in our different offices, please click on the team link.

For a free consultation call 0800 652 3371


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Really personal service. Clearly knowledgeable on process and provided clear advice and guidance on the appropriate course.  
Mrs A Nelson
Liverpool
Easy to talk to, very helpful and always answered calls or got back to you.  
Mrs D A Bowen-Jones
Ludlow
It was great to have someone to give me the strength when, at times, I felt so vulnerable  
Mrs C A Edwards
Shifnal
Impressed with the courtesy  
Mr G Little
Telford
Impressed with the immediate replies to other party's letters  
Mr P Thomas
Telford
Professional set up and quality advice  
Mr S T A Freeman
Gwynedd
Impressed with the speed in getting appointments and the pleasant and polite staff  
Mr G W Spankie
Telford
Peter Flint was able to help me distinguish between what was important and what was unimportant (or less important) in order for me to make informed decisions  
Mr T J Ferguson
Shrewsbury
An excellent, professional service combined with emphatic and helpful approach - the ideal combination to resolve a difficult situation  
Mrs V E A Nicholls
Shifnal
Colin Spanner was very clear and concise. I was never in any doubt. The Receptionist at the Ludlow office was very friendly and efficient  
Mr D G Clancy
Ludlow
Very professional - nice, kind and helpful  
Mr P J Hughes
Shropshire
Valerie Powell was friendly and understanding towards me concerning my issues. Very helpful indeed  
Miss M Parkes
Powys
Mrs Powell was always very helpful and understanding, and gave me good advice  
Mr D A Bucknall
Shropshire
Most impressed by the way I was listened to and dealt with in a professional but friendly way  
Mr M G Morphett
Shrewsbury
I know that you were the key to the success of this case. I don't even know how to begin to thank you. You understood everything perfectly and carefully constructed our defense accurately, fairly and successfully.  
Ms E Cross
Ludlow
Colin was key to the success of my case. He understood everything perfectly and really is an incredible solicitor  
Miss E Cross
Shropshire
I never felt uncomfortable asking questions, and was always treated courteously and with understanding  
Mrs S Wong
Shropshire
I was very satisfied with my experience at Lanyon Bowdler. My solicitor, Lisa Grimmett, explained everything in a way I could understand  
Mrs B J Hough
Telford
A very professional, polite caring attitude.  
Mrs T Millington
Staffordshire