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Family Law Solicitors Kennington
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Going through a separation or family dispute near Kennington? Shortlands Solicitors provides honest, expert family law advice – with you every step of the way.

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  • 20+
    YEARS SERVING LONDON
  • 3
    Branches
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ABOUT Us

Shortlands Solicitors - London's Trusted Family Law Firm

Shortlands Solicitors has been a trusted name in specialist family law for over 20 years. From our base in Hammersmith, London, we advise families and high-net-worth clients – including bankers, senior executives and business owners – whose divorces and separations involve a level of financial complexity that demands genuine expertise. Whether the challenge is a contested business valuation, a pension dispute, an international financial structure or a settlement involving significant accumulated wealth, our team has the knowledge and focus to handle it. We are a specialist boutique. And that matters.

Our Services

Family Law Services for Kennington Clients

Divorce Solicitors

Clear, strategic advice through every stage of divorce - protecting your assets, your rights and your future.

Separation Agreements

Solid, clearly drafted terms on finances and children for couples separating without divorcing.

Child Arrangements

Practical, sensitive guidance on residency and contact disputes, with your children's best interests always first.

Prenuptial &
Cohabitation Agreements

Protecting your assets and business interests with watertight agreements before you marry or move in together.

Financial Settlements

Robust representation to secure a fair settlement on assets, pensions and finances, no matter how complex.

Mediation &
Dispute Resolution

A calmer, more cost-effective way to resolve disputes - away from the stress of a courtroom.

Will Writing

Carefully drafted wills that make sure your estate goes exactly where you want it to.

Inheritance Tax

Smart, compliant planning to cut your inheritance tax bill and protect your legacy.

Divorce

Divorce Solicitors Kennington - When the Right Outcome Is Non-Negotiable

Divorce is one of the most legally and financially consequential events in any person’s life.

For those based near Kennington, the moment a marriage starts breaking down is the moment expert legal advice becomes essential. Whether you face a contested financial settlement, a partner who has already sought legal representation, or a divorce involving business assets and complex financial arrangements, Shortlands Solicitors has the specialist knowledge and determination to secure your position from the outset.

Our team has handled family law for over two decades – managing substantial pension fund disputes, business valuations, contested asset claims and investigations into hidden or undisclosed finances. We work with focus and complete discretion throughout, always with one goal in mind: the right result for you.

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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 Kennington - Your Children's Wellbeing Is Everything

Separation is hard enough – losing meaningful time with your children makes it immeasurably harder.

For parents near Kennington navigating a collapse in contact arrangements, a threatened relocation or concerns about a child’s welfare, Shortlands Solicitors offers specialist support that matches legal precision with genuine care. Every family situation is different, and we approach every case with the individual attention it requires.

Our child law team has resolved hundreds of residence, contact and relocation disputes – including urgent and complex international matters. We act swiftly when the situation demands it and with considered strategy when the long-term wellbeing of your children calls for patience.

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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 Kennington - Resolve What Matters Without Going to Court

Not every family dispute has to end in the courtroom – and most should not.

For those near Kennington seeking to resolve financial or child-related disputes without the strain of contested litigation, Shortlands Solicitors offers expert family law mediation. Our mediators bring genuine neutrality, structured process and deep family law knowledge to every session – creating the conditions where productive agreements become possible.

Mediation resolves disputes faster, at significantly lower cost, and with far less damage to the family relationships that continue long after the legal process ends. It is a route worth exploring before anything else.

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Financial Settlement

Financial Settlement Solicitors Kennington

After a separation or divorce, protecting your financial future – and your children’s – is the priority. Our financial settlement solicitors near Kennington understand that no two cases are the same. There is no fixed formula, and the right settlement depends on your specific circumstances: the length of the marriage, earning capacity, accommodation needs, pension rights, contributions made, and the needs of any children. We look at the full picture before advising on what a realistic outcome looks like for you.

We always pursue settlement through negotiation, mediation, or collaboration first – it is faster, less costly, and far less stressful than a contested hearing. Where that is not possible, we prepare your case thoroughly for court and work with leading specialists to achieve the best result. Hidden assets, complex income structures, and disclosure issues are all within our experience. Get in touch today.

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Financial Settlement MATTERS WE HANDLE
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Coverage

Serving Kennington and the Surrounding Areas

Shortlands Solicitors is based in Hammersmith, London, and we advise clients right across the capital, including those in and around Kennington. Whether you are based locally or elsewhere in London, our Hammersmith office is easily accessible for face-to-face consultations. 

We also support clients across the Midlands through our Birmingham office and across the North West through our Manchester team, providing the same specialist family law service to individuals throughout England.

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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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