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Trusted family solicitors, with you every step of the way

We have one of the largest specialist teams of family solicitors in the region with the experience and expertise to help you see clearly in times of crisis and challenge.

 

 

SE-Solicitors' Family Solicitors are Family Innovator of the Year finalists

Our renowned family solicitors delivers the very best legal support for a wide range of family matters. From relationships that are just starting out, those that are ending, and those that must continue amicably where children are involved.

As legal partners, we’re at your side to protect you, your family and your wealth. We specialise in handling complex cases for high-net-worth individuals, by safeguarding personal wealth through pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, and where necessary, resolving challenging disputes.

We have the experience to skilfully and delicately navigate emotional situations, providing pragmatic legal advice for families to achieve positive outcomes for our clients.

The team is led by one of our Directors Patrick Mulcare, a Legal 500 Recommended Lawyer, who works exclusively in Family Law, conducting matters both in and, where possible, out of court.

Whilst every case is unique, we always strive to achieve the same result – the very best possible outcome for our clients. Our extended team draws upon a network of specialist experts including barristers, accountants, pensions experts, tax advisors, trust lawyers, wealth managers and financial advisors.

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Our Core Family Law Services

Divorce, Separation & Finances
Divorce Together
Separate Together
Child Arrangements
Family Mediation
Collaborative Law
Domestic Abuse
Grandparents’ Rights
Change of Name
Cohabitation
Cohabitation Agreements
Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements
Property Ownership Disputes

Fixed Fee Appointments

If you would like guidance before formally instructing our Family Solicitors, we offer three clear appointment options. Each provides a different level of support so you can choose the one that best fits your situation.

Options

30 Minute Next Steps Appointment £150 + VAT

A focused remote meeting to help you understand your position and what to do next.

What’s Included

  • Discussion of your circumstances and requirements
  • Clear next steps
  • Time to ask questions and gain confidence

How It Works

  • Phone or remote call
  • We are unable to review documents ahead of the meeting

Best For

Clarity on your situation and practical direction, before committing to further work or progress.

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Advice

1 Hour Advice Appointment £300 + VAT

Optional document review ahead of the meeting: £50 + VAT

A more detailed session offering tailored legal advice and confirmed action points.

What’s Included

  • In‑depth discussion of your circumstances and requirements
  • Tailored legal advice
  • Written copy of next steps
  • More time to understand your position in detail

How It Works

  • Face‑to‑face or remote
  • Optional advance document review for an additional fee – documents must be provided 48 hours in advance.

Best For

Specific legal advice and a clearer understanding of your legal position.

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Strategic

1.5 Hour Strategic Appointment £400 + VAT

Optional document review ahead of the meeting: £50 + VAT

A comprehensive session for more complex or ongoing matters, providing tailored long-term strategy and detailed written notes.

What’s Included

  • Thorough discussion of your circumstances and requirements
  • Tailored strategic advice for long‑term planning
  • Detailed written notes and next steps
  • Time to explore complex issues in depth

How It Works

  • Face‑to‑face or remote
  • Optional advance document review for an additional fee – documents must be provided 48 hours in advance.

Best For

Long‑term strategy and in depth guidance on complex matters.

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Why Choose SE-Solicitors

Understanding

We know the stresses and uncertainty you may face. Family is all about relationships, so we are doubly focused on compassionately understanding you and your world more deeply.

Expertise

By harnessing our collective skills, knowledge, and depth of expertise, we’re here to support you and manage the unique complexity of your interests in a smarter way.

Insight

Naturally strategic, we’re able to solve problems, realise opportunities more effectively, and see the bigger picture, for family is at the heart of so much of our lives.

Agility

Always responsive, with a solutions orientated mindset, we get to the heart of the matter fast, enabling you to reach positive outcomes more quickly.

What is Family Mediation?

How Much is a Divorce?

Key Differences Between Mediation & Collaborative Law

How Does The Collaborative Process Work For Separating Couples?

My Ex is Threatening To Sell The House

What is a Child Arrangements Order?

What Do CAFCASS Do?

Can I Get Financial Support From My Ex?

Can I Change My Child’s Name?

Do I Have The Right To See My Grandchildren?

Do I Still Need A Lawyer If My Finances Are Agreed?

Will I Need To Face My Ex In Court?

Divorce Together

What is Family Mediation?

What Are the Advantages of Family Mediation?

How Can You Prepare for Family Mediation?

What Can You Expect From a Family Mediation Session?

What Is the Difference Between Divorce Together and Mediation?

Meet our Family Law Solicitors

Patrick Mulcare, SE Solicitors, Family Solicitor
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Patrick Mulcare

Director
01295 204153
Deborah Davies Family solicitors at SE Solicitors
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Deborah Davies

Director
01865 561017
Petra van Dijk, Dispute Resolution, Insolvency at SE Solicitors
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Petra van Dijk

Director
01295 204159
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Ann Dunn

Consultant
01295 204154
Monicka Rai, SE-Solicitors, Family, Mediation, Divorce Together
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Monicka Rai

Senior Associate, Mediator & Collaborative Practitioner
01869 222312
Signourney Lee-Smith, SE Solicitors, Family solicitor
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Sigourney Lee-Smith

Associate
01295 204009
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Andra Caramalau

Trainee Solicitor
01295 204043
Michael George, Family Solicitor, SE Solicitors
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Michael George

Consultant Barrister
01295 204000
Chloe Judge, Family, SE-Solicitors
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Chloe Judge

Paralegal
01869 222329
Lesleyanne Peat, SE Solicitors, Commercial Property
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Lesleyanne Peat

Paralegal
01295 204082
Rebecca Curran, Divorce, Family, Family Lawyer, Children Matters
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Rebecca Curran

Paralegal
01295 204055

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For any questions relating to our Family services, please get in touch with our team. You can call us, email us or fill in the form and we will get back to you as quickly as we can.

Endorsements & Memberships

SE-Solicitors' Family Solicitors are Family Innovator of the Year finalists
SE-Solicitors' Family Solicitors are Legal 500 2025 recommended lawyers.
SE-Solicitors' Family Solicitors are Legal 500 2024 recommended lawyers.
SE-Solicitors' Family Solicitors are Family Law Accredited by The Law Society
SE-Solicitors' Family Solicitors are Resolution Mediators
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SE-Solicitors' Family Solicitors are Resolution Members
Chambers Ranked 2023 Michael George

Our client testimonials

“SE-Solicitors’ Family Team is a standout practice that combines City-level expertise with a client-focused approach. The team is highly regarded for its ability to handle complex and high-value family law matters with the same skill, precision, and strategic insight as the leading London firms.”
The Legal 500, 2026
“Patrick Mulcare is also a ‘stand out’ member of the team. He is intelligent, personable and achieves excellent results for his clients.”
The Legal 500, 2026
“I would particularly recommend Sigourney Lee-Smith – she is a solicitor who really fights her clients’ corner. She knows the cases inside out, knows the law well, and ensures that barristers she instructs have everything they need. Her clients respect her.”
The Legal 500, 2026
“I would like to sincerely thank you for your assistance with my name change, and appreciate your professional support throughout this process.”
Client 2025
“Thank you Irrum and Avril for your services in helping my son bring this awful period of his life to an end. Your help and advice was greatly appreciated.”
Client 2025
“Can I just say “Thank You” for your help and services through what has been an extremely difficult time, you have treated me with patience and kindness which I truly appreciate, despite the circumstances it was nice to meet you and may I wish all the very best for the future.”
Client, 2025
“Divorce is as stressful as they say, having now gone through it, but thankfully I had Monicka and Chloe to guide and help me through.”
Client 2025
“The team are well known for their expertise in financial remedies and are a dominant force in the Oxfordshire area. They are one of the more innovative firms I have worked with and are known for regularly collaborating with chambers.”
The Legal 500, 2025
“They are one of the friendliest firms who work hard to maintain good links with clients and chambers. Everyone that I have met at the firm has had excellent communication skills and maintain an empathetic understanding approach with all of their clients.”
The Legal 500, 2025
“The family law team demonstrates excellent responsiveness and empathy towards my needs, particularly given the challenging circumstances of navigating a divorce. They recognise that certain matters necessitate detailed conversations beyond the scope of an email, and always make time for these discussions.”
The Legal 500, 2025
“The whole family law team has been great, from the initial appointment with Patrick, to the work carried out by Sigourney, Deborah, & Monicka as well as all the other support staff. I felt well supported, understood, & taken care of during the entire divorce process, I can’t recommend them enough.”
Client 2024
“Thank you to Patrick for all the work, support, and advice over the last few years.”
Anonymous
“Patrick Mulcare of SE-Solicitors provided an invaluable depth of legal knowledge and expertise in family law to ensure that my divorce was smooth and cost effective. I was extremely satisfied with the service which I received and would not hesitate to recommend their services.”
Mr W
“The SE-Solicitors family team are first-class solicitors who provide an excellent service for their many clients. They have a relaxing, engaging, and easy manner which puts clients at their ease during some of the most difficult times in their lives. They are very sensible and practical and always brings good sense, proportionality, and commerciality to their cases. They are also very mindful of costs and so provides great value for money.”
Legal 500
“May I pass on my thanks and praise to you and your legal team for all your help, assistance and advice I have received over the last 6 months. The service I have received from you has been excellent.”
Paul Littlehales
“My solicitor was an outstanding and tenacious lawyer who treated her clients with kindness and empathy.”
Legal 500
“I am very happy with the service I received from SE-Solicitors. I have already recommended a new client and will certainly recommend in the future. I received sympathetic advice and guidance in my matter from a solicitor who listened to what I wanted. Thank you.”
Mrs N Hattingh Banbury
“Great communication throughout the entirety of my case. Very knowledgeable team who acted both promptly and efficiently. Highly recommend.”
Client 2023
“I am very grateful for the professionalism and kindness in helping me to manage a very difficult situation.”
Client, 2023
“The service from start to finish was absolutely brilliant.”
Client 2023
“May I take the time to thank Patrick and Kath for their help in this matter. I didn’t realise at the beginning of the process how much I would value Patrick’s counsel. Richard and I enjoyed meeting with him in the office when we first started the divorce application. Thank you for his work and I would be sure to both use and recommend his services should they be required again in the future. “
Sarah Deacon, Client 2023
“SE-Solicitors have a growing team that can handle anything that comes their way. Small enough to care so everyone in the team knows what is going on, but big enough and experienced enough to provide first-tier advice in relation to all Private Law and Financial Remedy matters.”
Client, The Legal 500 2024
“…They undertake work of quality and value. They are instructed in all Remits of Financial Remedy and Private Law Cases and have a first-class knowledge base across their team. Over time they have developed great experience at all levels.”
Client, The Legal 500 2024
“Patrick Mulcare is a calm, collaborative, but tough solicitor with a keen eye for the bigger picture every case. Deborah Davies adding experience and steel to a well-balanced team.”
The Legal 500, 2024
“Unlike other solicitor firms I have dealt with, SE-Solicitors has a personal touch. I always feel at ease and confident due to the professionalism of the firm. I would highly recommend SE-Solicitors.”
Client 2023
“I must thank all of you who I had contact with at SE. I firmly believe the quality of advice and support saw me through my divorce. Don’t underestimate the role Kath played, she was often the first person I spoke to on the phone when things were tough.”
Client, 2024

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