One of the most difficult things about dealing with a family law issue is how much uncertainty it can create – around your children, your finances, your home and your future. That’s where our family law solicitors in Chelmsford can help. Whether you’re separating from a partner, trying to protect your position, or facing urgent decisions that affect your family life, we’ll help you take control of the situation, giving you more stability and better peace of mind.

We have a long and successful track record of supporting families in Chelmsford and the surrounding area. These are often difficult and emotionally sensitive situations, and we take the time to talk through everything properly – so you understand where you stand and what your next steps could look like. Our advice is always tailored to your needs, and focused on helping you reach a resolution that works for you and the people most important to you.

What family law services do we offer in Chelmsford?

The breadth and depth of our expertise enables us to provide a wide range of family law services in Chelmsford. Our team can help you deal with one-off decisions, complex ongoing disputes, or anything in between. Our services include:

• Divorce
• Divorce Financial Settlement
• Child Arrangements
• Consent Orders
• Civil Partnership Dissolution
• Prenuptial Agreements
• Children
• Care Proceedings
• Parental Responsibility
• Cohabitation
• Domestic Abuse
• Adoption
• SEN Legal Services for Parents & Carers

Who do we help?

We advise people at all stages of life, in all kinds of situations – from the early stages of separation to long-term issues around children, care, or legal responsibilities. We regularly support:

• Individuals going through divorce or civil partnership dissolution
• Parents managing shared care or child contact arrangements
• People affected by domestic abuse who need legal protection
• Unmarried couples sorting out property, finances or rights
• Clients who are arranging prenuptial or postnuptial agreements
• Families involved in care proceedings, adoption or SEN matters

Expert divorce lawyers in Chelmsford

Divorce is often a stressful process that can raise a lot of questions – for example, about where you’ll live, how your money will be divided, and what happens next. Our divorce solicitors in Chelmsford are here to guide you through every stage of the process, with straightforward advice on what’s involved and how to handle each part of the journey. We can help with both joint and sole applications, and deal with all related issues too – including around children, finances, and property.

We also advise on financial settlements following divorce, which can include property, pensions, savings, business assets, maintenance and future planning. We’ll help you identify what’s fair, protect your financial position, and work towards reaching an agreement geared towards securing your long-term stability.

Child arrangements and custody advice in Chelmsford

Sorting out arrangements for your children can easily be one of the most stressful parts of a separation, so you can rely on our family solicitors in Chelmsford to help. We can provide expert advice and legal assistance around issues like where the child will live, how often they’ll see their other parent, and how things like school holidays, birthdays and travel are handled.

We support both formal and informal approaches – from negotiated agreements to court proceedings where necessary. Our goal is to help you find solutions that protect your role as a parent, while putting your child’s needs first.

Why choose our family law solicitors in Chelmsford?

We’ve been working with individuals and families in Chelmsford for decades. Our team has a strong reputation for being approachable, thorough and straightforward – and for handling difficult situations with care and focus. We take time to understand what matters most to you, and we keep you updated throughout so you’re never left wondering what’s happening or what comes next.

We’re also part of the Lawfront Group, giving you access to wider expertise when your case involves related legal areas like property, business ownership or education rights. Whatever your circumstances, we’ll give you honest advice and practical support so you can make informed choices.

Where to find our Chelmsford office

You can find us at the following address:

Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP
16 Baddow Rd
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 0DG

Our Chelmsford office is located in the city centre, within easy walking distance of the train station and major bus routes. The building includes client meeting rooms and accessible facilities. Parking is available at nearby public car parks, including Parkway and Q-Park Meadows.

Contact our family law team today

If you need legal support with a family matter, our Chelmsford solicitors are ready to help. We’ll talk things through, explain your position, and help you take the next step. If you’re trying to make sense of what’s possible or where to begin, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

To get started, you can contact us by:

Calling us on 01245 960 802
Texting 07880715559 (for deaf and hard of hearing clients)
Faxing us on 01255 818909
Filling in our online enquiry form

We’ll always start with an initial consultation, in which one of our expert lawyers will sit down with you to find out more about the facts of your case, so that we can tailor our legal advice accordingly, gearing it towards a clear and conclusive resolution to your case.