DIVORCE

Life does not always go to plan. Divorce can be complex.

Whether you’ve made the decision to file for divorce or have been served with a divorce petition, the next step is likely to feel like a leap into the unknown.

It is important your divorce lawyer understands not only every aspect of family law, but also the emotional and practical strains the divorce process can impose.
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Jessica served as lead Solicitor in my divorce; my highly contested financial court application and my children court proceedings. She was highly personable and understanding of my situation. I am forever grateful for her counsel. As a satisfied former client, I highly endorse Jessica for her counsel in matters of family law.
Juliette acted for me in a particularly difficult, acrimonious divorce from a husband qualified in the legal profession. She has a razor sharp attention to detail, very tenacious and extremely knowledgeable. I have recommended a number of friends to her, including high net worth individuals who have all been delighted with the outcome of their particular matters. Juliette has to be one of the very best in her field.
Peters May specialise in divorce and family law. The firm’s founding partners Jessica May and Juliette Peters have over 50 years of divorce law expertise between them. Together they head up a close-knit team of highly professional and dedicated specialist family lawyers.

Whatever your circumstances, we will listen to you and work with you to tailor a legal strategy that fits your needs. We will always do our best to ensure a divorce goes as smoothly as possible, but if you case becomes contentious, we will robustly protect your interests.

We advise on all non-court dispute resolution routes to resolve your divorce and family law issues, for example using private hearings, arbitrations and mediation. In cases where this is not possible, we regularly represent clients in court proceedings.

Peters May has an enviable track record of securing the best possible financial settlements for our clients. We are also acutely aware of the need to protect the best interests of children impacted by a divorce.
Family law is inherently complex. For thoughtful, expert advice do get in touch.
After losing hope with my first lawyer who was unable to rectify the issues during a complicated matrimonial divorce, I switched to Juliette. Unlike my previous lawyer, Juliette was able to persevere with my case in a swift and effective manner. She managed to resolve many predicaments to my divorce and draw it briskly to a close. I strongly recommend her services.
Juliette Peters was my only choice for a London law firm partner who had the experience and expertise to oversee what I knew would be a long and complicated divorce. I never had anything less than complete confidence in Juliette’s judgement. She oversaw coordination day-to-day, and also secured a barrister, who was a brilliant, game changing advocate.
It was a pleasure to work alongside Juliette and her specialist team on my divorce case. Juliette provided sound and realistic advice throughout which enabled the case to be settled expeditiously without running all the way to a costly Final Hearing.
Juliette and Jessica worked in partnership to get me the fair financial result that I wanted. I will be eternally grateful to them for their guidance, strength and humour at a very difficult time.
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