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Laura understands that navigating the breakdown of a relationship can be one of the most emotionally challenging times in a person’s life, particularly when children are involved. Her approach is grounded in empathy, clarity, and pragmatism, helping clients remain focused on what matters most—the well-being of their family. Laura is a dedicated Solicitor experienced in advising clients on a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, separation, child arrangements, and financial settlements.

Laura’s primary focus is on child arrangements and ensuring that children’s needs are central to any outcome. Her clients value her ability to balance sensitivity with a results-driven approach, delivering advice that is both compassionate and effective.

Laura’s compassionate nature and client-focused mindset ensure that those she works with feel supported and reassured throughout the legal process. She takes the time to understand each client’s individual circumstances, offering tailored advice and practical solutions that promote resolution while minimising conflict.

While Laura recognises that court proceedings are sometimes unavoidable, she is committed to exploring amicable and constructive outcomes wherever possible, working collaboratively with other professionals to achieve the best results for families. As a member of Resolution, she upholds its principles, particularly the importance of a child-focused and constructive approach.

In addition to her family law practice, Laura has a background in Property law, which enhances her ability to identify and address related legal issues that may arise during separation or divorce. This breadth of experience allows her to provide comprehensive guidance, especially in relation to asset protection, separation agreements, and complex financial matters.

Outside of work, Laura enjoys surfing, spending time with her family, and exploring the countryside around Bath—often with a love of cold-water dips thrown in.

2011 – 2014 BA (Hons) Classical Studies, University of Manchester

2015 – 2017 Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), University of Law, Bristol

2018 – 2020 Legal Practice Course and integrated Master of Laws (LPC LLM) University of Law, Bristol

  • Acting for a client in Child Arrangement proceedings, including an application for Specific Issue Order, where contact was being withheld, ensuring they were able to build up contact with and maintain their relationship with their child.
  • Assisting a client in obtaining a protective injunctive order to ensure that they and their child were protected from domestic abuse from their spouse.
  • Assisting a client in preparing a Separation Agreement to deal with division of property upon separation.
  • Representing a client where contact with their children was being withheld and negotiating Court proceedings to ensure increased contact with their children.
  • Successfully assisting in negotiating a financial settlement for a client including division of pensions and property by negotiating a settlement with other Solicitors without the need for Court proceedings, to ensure a resolution was reached that was in the children’s best interests.

The Law Society

Resolution: First For Family Law