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Family Law Solicitors Covent Garden
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Going through a divorce or family dispute near Covent Garden? Shortlands Solicitors offers clear, expert family law advice – standing by your side from the very first call.

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  • 20+
    YEARS SERVING LONDON
  • 3
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ABOUT Us

Shortlands Solicitors - London's Trusted Family Law Firm

Shortlands Solicitors is a specialist boutique family law firm with over 20 years of experience guiding individuals through the most demanding legal and personal challenges of their lives. Based in Hammersmith, London, we are the firm of choice for families and individuals, including bankers, entrepreneurs, business owners and high-net-worth professionals who face complex divorce, substantial asset division and intricate financial settlements. We bring focused expertise – with a track record of achieving outstanding outcomes for clients with significant pension assets, business interests and international financial structures.

Our Services

Family Law Services for Covent Garden Clients

Divorce Solicitors

Expert legal guidance through divorce - protecting your rights, assets and future from day one.

Separation Agreements

Clear, binding agreements covering finances and children when you separate but are not yet divorcing.

Child Arrangements

Specialist support for residency, contact and parenting disputes - always with your children's welfare at heart.

Prenuptial &
Cohabitation Agreements

Legally sound agreements to protect your wealth and business before marriage or moving in together.

Financial Settlements

Skilled negotiation to secure a fair division of assets, pensions and finances - however complex your situation.

Mediation &
Dispute Resolution

Structured, confidential mediation to resolve family disputes without the cost and stress of court proceedings.

Will Writing

Professionally drafted wills to ensure your wishes are protected and your loved ones are provided for.

Inheritance Tax

Strategic estate planning to legitimately reduce your inheritance tax liability and protect what you have built.

Divorce

Divorce Solicitors Covent Garden - Protecting Everything You Have Worked For

Divorce is one of the most consequential legal events you will ever face. When a marriage breaks down and you are based in Covent Garden, the legal process moves fast – and without the right solicitor, you risk losing far more than you should. Whether you are dealing with a contested financial settlement, a spouse who has already instructed lawyers, or a complex divorce involving business assets and overseas finances, Shortlands Solicitors has the expertise to fight your corner effectively.

Our divorce team has handled high-net-worth cases involving substantial pension funds, business valuations and hidden asset disclosure for over two decades. We work with clarity, discretion and purpose – so you reach the best possible outcome, not just a quick one.

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DIVORCE MATTERS WE HANDLE

Understanding divorce the process

How the Divorce Process Works

A clear overview of the key stages in UK divorce under the current no-fault divorce laws.

01

Initial Consultation

We review your situation and explain your options clearly.

02

Application Submitted

Divorce application prepared and submitted to the court.

03

Conditional Order

Court confirms breakdown of marriage is satisfied.

04

Financial & Child Matters

Negotiations run in parallel - most settle without court.

05

Final Order

Divorce legally finalised. Your new chapter begins.

Typical timeline: 6–12 months depending on complexity of financial and child arrangements.

CHILD LAW

Child Arrangement Solicitors Covent Garden - Your Child's Future Comes First

For families in the Covent Garden area, child arrangements after separation are among the most emotionally charged and legally complex challenges a parent can face. Whether you are dealing with a breakdown in agreed contact, a partner threatening to relocate with your children, or concerns about your child’s safety and welfare, Shortlands Solicitors brings both expertise and compassion to every case.

Our specialist child law solicitors has successfully resolved hundreds of residence, contact and relocation disputes – including international cases. We act decisively when urgency is needed, and strategically when the long game is required.

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Child Law MATTERS WE HANDLE

What our clients say about us

Thank you both for helping me through this sad process; you made it straightforward and much less painful than it could have been. I am of course relieved it is over. Excellent service, highly professional and humane.
Elena
I have found Shortlands an extremely professional and understanding firm. My solicitor Sian Whittaker has always explained proceedings in a manner that is easy to understand and the knowledge and advice given has always been supportive and invaluable. I feel that my work is being handled very professionally and they are very prompt with their replies to my questions. I would not therefore hesitate in recommending them.
Chief
During not only an extremely difficult time but also a complex divorce and settlement of finances, I found the staff at Shortlands to be extremely supportive and understanding. Shabana Walayat was in the main handling my case and I was always impressed by her quick grasp of the personalities involved and how she responded appropriately and effectively each time a particularly...
Sara Hayter
I have been in receipt of legal advice from Shortlands on a variety of matters for five years. This advice mainly concerned family law. Throughout this time, I have found the quality of the legal advice received to be strong. One matter did end up in court and Shortlands was able to appropriately defend my position with the court result going in my favor. In addition to the quality of the legal advice, Shortlands has a professional support team behind it. In summary, I do have genuine confidence in the firm both in terms of its legal advice and its service levels.
Nicholas Green
Dear Shortlands, A very big thank you for all your help regarding my case, brilliant service provided and I will be recommending your good name to all who seek legal representation.
Lee Kimberley
“I would like to convey my heartfelt thanks Shabana and her Team for their excellent work, professionalism and understanding, at a time when things were very stressful. I am grateful that my numerous phone calls and emails were always promptly replied to which was very much appreciated. I felt I had dedicated support and so much more. I would highly recommend Shortlands Solicitors and would definitely use them again in the future. Many, many thanks again for everything, you were brilliant”
Michelle Fernandez
Shortlands attorneys led by Shabana Walayat are the best and most cost effective lawyers you could ever ask for. My divorce and custody battle has been complicated, long with a complex international dimension. My previous lawyers had been incompetent in grappling the various components, but Shortlands have exceeded my expectations and together we have won a number of judgments. Not only are they great lawyers with intellect and understanding of case law, but they have taken my case as if it were their own. I would not hesitate to recommend them for complex international cases.
Andrew Darfoor
I would unreservedly recommend Shabana Walayat to anyone seeking help with childcare arrangements after separation/divorce or the matter of relocation. For what was a traumatic time in my life, Shabana gave me reassurance and handled my case with great expertise. I felt she was in charge of the situation throughout. She helped me gain a clear picture of the legal procedures and its terminology. Shabana and her team always responded to my requests quickly and kept me in the loop of the ongoing developments. Her approach to her work as a lawyer I experienced as both – compassionate and highly professional. And that I am truly thankful for.
Juliana Marx
I have found Shortlands a very approachable firm in dealing with my separation and divorce matters. They have been professional; respecting my point of view and providing the best advice on each situation. It has been very easy to communicate with them via email and on the phone. I certainly don’t think I would have been able to go through the process without their expertise and I am very happy to recommend them.
Ana Maria Serrano
When I first called Shortlands solicitors I was very scared and extremely upset. It was an incredibly distressing time for me, but after speaking to Shabana, from the very beginning she was very understanding and quick to listen to my concerns, give me the correct advice and guide me in a very difficult situation, she was very professional and easy to talk, she answered all the questions. She was fully engaged...
Flor Barsallo

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We understand that every case is different and has its own complexities. Our experts are dedicated to guiding you through the legal process with tailored solutions which work for you.

Mediation MATTERS WE HANDLE

Mediation

Family Law Mediation Covent Garden - Resolve Disputes Without the Courtroom

Court proceedings are costly, slow and emotionally draining – mediation offers a smarter path. For those in and around Covent Garden who want to resolve family disputes without the strain of contested litigation, Shortlands Solicitors provides expert family law mediation. Whether the dispute involves financial settlement or child arrangements, our qualified mediators create a structured, confidential space where both parties can work towards a resolution they can both live with.

Mediation is faster, more cost-effective and far less damaging to ongoing co-parenting relationships than court proceedings. Our experienced mediators bring professional neutrality and deep family law knowledge to every session.

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Financial Settlement

Financial Settlement Solicitors Covent Garden

Reaching a fair financial settlement after a separation near Covent Garden – where assets can include high-value property, investment portfolios, and complex professional income – requires specialist advice and a genuinely careful approach. Our financial settlement solicitors examine your full financial position: assets, pension rights, income, contributions, accommodation needs, and the welfare of any children. Every case is individual, and we advise on the settlement that is realistic and right for your specific circumstances.

We consistently seek resolution through negotiation, mediation, or collaboration, keeping matters amicable and costs proportionate wherever possible. When court proceedings are necessary, we build a thoroughly prepared case and work with top professionals in forensic accounting, valuation, and other relevant fields. Clear, experienced, and focused on protecting what matters most to you.

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Financial Settlement MATTERS WE HANDLE
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Coverage

Serving Covent Garden and
the Surrounding Areas

Shortlands Solicitors is based in Hammersmith, London – and we advise clients from across the city, including those based in and around Covent Garden. We offer flexible consultations at our Hammersmith office.

The majority of our clients come from across London, though we regularly support individuals based throughout England. Our solicitors in Birmingham serves clients across the Midlands, and our Manchester office supports those in the North West and beyond – handling the full range of family law matters with the same level of specialist expertise.

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Areas We Serve

  • Acton
  • Ealing
  • Chiswick
  • Hammersmith
  • Shepherd's Bush
  • Southall
  • Croydon
  • Wimbledon
  • Wandsworth
  • Richmond
  • Battersea
  • Marble Arch
  • East London
  • West London
  • Brentford
  • Westminster

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