Family life is filled with both joyful and challenging moments, and Anthony Gold Solicitors is here to support you through every stage. Whether you’re beginning a relationship, protecting your future, or navigating a difficult transition, our award-winning Family Law team is trusted for both expertise and genuine care.
Ranked among the UK’s leading firms in Family Law and Mediation by Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, we provide tailored advice on everything from financial and child arrangements to complex international matters.
With a commitment to client well-being, we guide you through decisions that protect and empower your family. Explore our services in divorce and separation, financial arrangements, child arrangements and/or non-court dispute resolution options to learn how we can support you. Whatever your family’s needs, we’re here to help you find the right path forward.
When beginning a committed relationship, taking steps to protect your long-term interests can bring peace of mind. Anthony Gold Solicitors offers a range of services to help you plan for a secure future together, including agreements tailored to marriages, civil partnerships, cohabiting relationships, and family growth through surrogacy.
Ending a relationship is a significant transition. We provide more than just legal advice; our team-based approach ensures you benefit from over 100 years of collective experience.
Whether you require a straightforward separation or are a high-net-worth individual with complex assets, we act as specialist divorce solicitors in London to secure your financial future.
We regularly consult with forensic accountants and financial experts to ensure that divorce for high-income earners is handled with precision.
Your safety is our priority. If you are experiencing abuse, harassment, or controlling behaviour, we can act immediately to protect you and your children.
Our team can attend court on an urgent basis, for instance for freezing injunctions, sometimes the same or next day. We handle these sensitive matters with the utmost care and speed.
If your family has connections abroad, choosing the right country for your divorce (“jurisdiction”) is critical to your financial outcome.
We are experts in international divorce and jurisdiction disputes, often advising on “forum shopping” to ensure proceedings take place in the country most favourable to you.
Whether you have assets in Europe, the USA, or the UAE, our specialist team can secure or challenge jurisdiction effectively.
When a relationship ends, navigating the legal and emotional challenges can feel overwhelming. Anthony Gold Solicitors is here to support you in safeguarding your future, with a range of services to protect your interests in divorce, financial matters, child arrangements, and more.
Divorce does not automatically end financial ties; you need a court-approved Consent Order to achieve a “clean break.” As specialist divorce financial settlement solicitors, we act for clients with diverse asset portfolios, from straightforward savings to complex international holdings.
Unmarried couples do not have the same legal rights as married couples. If you live together, a cohabitation property agreement is essential to protect your interests and clarify ownership of shared assets.
Protecting your assets before or during a marriage is a practical step for many couples, particularly those with existing wealth, family businesses, or inheritances.
Depending on your specific circumstances, we may even recommend using Collaborative Law for drafting pre and post-nuptial agreements. This allows you to discuss terms in a constructive, “round-table” setting without the adversarial nature of traditional negotiation.
A well-drafted agreement provides financial certainty and can significantly reduce conflict and legal costs should the relationship end.
Discover more about our Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreement services.
Watch this video to learn the pros and cons of a prenuptial agreement:
When parents separate, resolving child arrangements can be one of the most difficult aspects to navigate. At Anthony Gold Solicitors, we understand the importance of keeping your child’s wellbeing at the heart of any decisions. Our experienced family law team is here to support you in finding practical and fair solutions, helping you avoid the stress of court proceedings.
Keeping children’s wellbeing at the centre is vital, yet difficult during a separation. We assist in reaching agreements on child arrangements that prioritise their best interests and, if needed, represent you in legal proceedings to secure the best possible outcome.
In cases of international relocation or abduction, urgent action is often needed. Our team is experienced in handling cases with international aspects, helping to protect your child’s best interests and guiding you through the legal steps involved in returning or relocating with children.
For intended parents embarking on the surrogacy journey, Anthony Gold Solicitors offers sensitive and comprehensive guidance. Whether pursuing surrogacy in the UK or internationally, we help ensure that your parental rights are fully recognised and protected.
An adoption order secures a child’s legal parentage. At Anthony Gold Solicitors, we provide clear, strategic and empathetic support to make the process as smooth as possible. We approach our cases holistically and work closely with other professionals to ensure you have all the support you need so that you can focus on your child.
When resolving family disputes, non-court options (also known as non-court dispute resolution or NCDR) offer a more collaborative, respectful approach. At Anthony Gold Solicitors, we provide a range of non-court solutions, helping you address issues around separation, child arrangements, and finances in a constructive way. These methods offer privacy, flexibility, and, often, a quicker and more cost-effective path to resolution.
Family mediation allows you to negotiate directly with your partner in a neutral setting to agree on finances and child arrangements.
Collaborative practice involves you and your partner each appointing a specific “collaboratively trained” lawyer to resolve disputes in a series of round-table meetings.
For couples who are amicable and agree on the broad terms of their separation, our One Solicitor Solution (Resolution Together) allows a single lawyer to advise you both jointly.
We provide neutral legal advice to both parties, helping you navigate legal parameters and drafting your Consent Order in a unified, cost-efficient process, thorough assessment before starting to ensure there is no conflict of interest or power imbalance, ensuring this route is safe and appropriate for you.
ENE allows couples to seek neutral advice on one or more issues, providing a realistic perspective on likely outcomes. This option is valuable for couples needing impartial guidance on specific matters without committing to a lengthy legal process.
In private judging, the parties jointly hire a senior solicitor, barrister, or retired judge to provide a binding decision on their case. This option allows couples to bypass lengthy court waits and achieve a legally binding outcome with greater privacy and control over the process.
Arbitration offers a private and flexible solution where parties can agree to resolve specific issues “on paper” or in a structured hearing. The arbitrator’s decision is binding, providing a resolution akin to a court order but with greater flexibility in timing and scope.
At Anthony Gold Solicitors, we recognise that family matters can be deeply personal and often challenging. Whether you’re embarking on a new relationship, navigating a difficult separation, or seeking a peaceful resolution through mediation, our experienced team is here to support you with expertise and compassion. Our goal is to provide clarity and peace of mind, guiding you through each step with care and dedication.
We believe in finding solutions that protect your interests and uphold your values. With recognised expertise across Family Law and Mediation, we stand ready to help you make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones.
We offer competitive pricing and commit to working with you to effectively plan and budget through each step of your process, so you know what to expect.
Family matters are rarely straightforward so a personalised action plan will be agreed between us with a breakdown of expected fees.
The Divorce process has now moved to a court portal, so it is possible for you to do this yourself, with Anthony Gold advising in the background if you need any help along the way. However, if you want us to do it for you, we can do this for £500 plus VAT and disbursements and will be conducted by a junior member of the team. This is for the divorce process itself and does not include any work necessary to agree financial or children issues.
We recognise the importance of finding the right solicitor with the right expertise for you. We offer our first appointment at a reduced rate so we can meet and discuss options and provide written advice. There is no obligation beyond that fixed fee unless you wish to formally instruct us as your representative.
Some of our mediators offer a fixed fee mediation package of up to three mediation sessions. We would be pleased to discuss whether this option is suitable for you.
This package is designed to provide separating couples with greater certainty and clarity when budgeting for mediation, helping to reduce financial uncertainty during what can already be a stressful process.
Our fixed fee package ranges from £4,000 to £6,000 plus VAT (equating to £2,000 to £3,000 plus VAT per person), depending on the seniority of the mediator. The fee does not include each party’s individual MIAM appointment.
The package includes:
Three mediation sessions
All reasonable preparation time and communication between meetings
Drafting the Memorandum of Understanding
All work (not covered by a fixed fee arrangement detailed above) will be charged at the hourly rate for the experience level of solicitor instructed. Full details of our hourly rates are available upon request. You will be provided with a detailed cost estimate at the start of your matter and you will be updated about this regularly.
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We provide a holistic approach that extends beyond standard legal advice. Our team are market leaders in Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR), offering a wider range of options, including Mediation, Collaborative Law, and Arbitration.
We provide a holistic approach that goes beyond standard legal advice. Our team are market leaders in Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR) and mediation, offering a wider range of dispute resolution options than many standard firms. We regularly consult with a network of external experts, including financial advisors, accountants, and therapists, to ensure you are informed on your entire financial picture and post-separation arrangements. Additionally, as members of Resolution, we abide by a code of practice that prioritises constructive solutions while ensuring your position is robustly defended.
Yes. Our team is experienced in handling settlements involving business shareholdings, family trusts, and complex pension arrangements. We work with forensic accountants to verify company values and commission PODE (Pension on Divorce Expert) reports for pension funds exceeding £100,000 to ensure assets are divided accurately. Our goal is to ensure you have a complete understanding of your financial picture before agreeing to any settlement.
Yes. We are market leaders in Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR). Unlike firms that only offer standard litigation, we actively engage in and offer all forms of NCDR, including:
Our team will assess your specific circumstances to determine if one of these methods can provide a more efficient or private resolution than court proceedings.
In the UK, prenuptial agreements are not automatically legally binding, but they are often taken into account by courts in divorce proceedings. To increase the likelihood that an agreement will be upheld, it’s essential to follow certain steps, such as ensuring independent legal advice, full financial disclosure, and sufficient time for both parties to consider the terms. Courts are more likely to respect an agreement if it is fair, balanced, and free of pressure or coercion. At Anthony Gold Solicitors, we help clients create prenuptial agreements that meet these criteria, enhancing the agreement’s enforceability in court.
No, surrogacy agreements are not legally binding in the UK. While having a written agreement can clarify the roles, intentions, and responsibilities of both the surrogate and the intended parents, it cannot be enforced by a court. However, a well-drafted agreement can still provide a useful reference point for all parties and help prevent misunderstandings. Our team can offer guidance on preparing a thorough agreement and discuss practical steps to protect your interests.
The court considers the child’s wishes and feelings as part of the decision-making process, especially if the child is mature enough to express a preference. However, the child’s choice is not the only factor the court takes into account. The judge will weigh the child’s views alongside other factors, such as their age, emotional needs, and overall welfare, to ensure the final decision is in their best interests.
Yes, a cohabitation agreement can specify how day-to-day expenses, such as rent, mortgage payments, utility bills, and groceries, will be shared between partners. This helps to ensure that each person’s contributions are fair and that there is clarity about financial responsibilities. Having these terms agreed upon in writing can reduce the chance of disputes about money and ensure that both partners feel financially secure within the relationship.
A cohabitation agreement is an effective way to protect your share in a property, as it sets out each partner’s ownership share and what will happen to the property if the relationship ends. Whether you own equal shares or one partner has contributed more financially, the agreement can define these shares and specify whether one partner can buy out the other, if the property will be sold, or if another arrangement will apply. This clarity can prevent disputes and ensure that each partner’s contribution to the property is recognised.
Birth parents can challenge an adoption before the order is granted, usually within 21 days of notification. The court prioritises the child’s welfare and may dispense with consent if it is being unreasonably withheld. Once an adoption order is made, it is rarely overturned.
Yes, if your separation is amicable. We offer a One Solicitor Solution (also known as Resolution Together). Unlike mediation, where the professional cannot give legal advice, this service allows a single solicitor to provide neutral legal advice to both of you jointly. We conduct a safeguarding assessment to ensure there is no power imbalance, then guide you both through the legal parameters to draft a binding Consent Order efficiently.
We provide a holistic approach that extends beyond standard legal advice. Our team are market leaders in Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR), offering a wider range of options, including Mediation, Collaborative Law, and Arbitration.
We provide a holistic approach that goes beyond standard legal advice. Our team are market leaders in Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR) and mediation, offering a wider range of dispute resolution options than many standard firms. We regularly consult with a network of external experts, including financial advisors, accountants, and therapists, to ensure you are informed on your entire financial picture and post-separation arrangements. Additionally, as members of Resolution, we abide by a code of practice that prioritises constructive solutions while ensuring your position is robustly defended.
Yes. Our team is experienced in handling settlements involving business shareholdings, family trusts, and complex pension arrangements. We work with forensic accountants to verify company values and commission PODE (Pension on Divorce Expert) reports for pension funds exceeding £100,000 to ensure assets are divided accurately. Our goal is to ensure you have a complete understanding of your financial picture before agreeing to any settlement.
Yes. We are market leaders in Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR). Unlike firms that only offer standard litigation, we actively engage in and offer all forms of NCDR, including:
Our team will assess your specific circumstances to determine if one of these methods can provide a more efficient or private resolution than court proceedings.
In the UK, prenuptial agreements are not automatically legally binding, but they are often taken into account by courts in divorce proceedings. To increase the likelihood that an agreement will be upheld, it’s essential to follow certain steps, such as ensuring independent legal advice, full financial disclosure, and sufficient time for both parties to consider the terms. Courts are more likely to respect an agreement if it is fair, balanced, and free of pressure or coercion. At Anthony Gold Solicitors, we help clients create prenuptial agreements that meet these criteria, enhancing the agreement’s enforceability in court.
No, surrogacy agreements are not legally binding in the UK. While having a written agreement can clarify the roles, intentions, and responsibilities of both the surrogate and the intended parents, it cannot be enforced by a court. However, a well-drafted agreement can still provide a useful reference point for all parties and help prevent misunderstandings. Our team can offer guidance on preparing a thorough agreement and discuss practical steps to protect your interests.
The court considers the child’s wishes and feelings as part of the decision-making process, especially if the child is mature enough to express a preference. However, the child’s choice is not the only factor the court takes into account. The judge will weigh the child’s views alongside other factors, such as their age, emotional needs, and overall welfare, to ensure the final decision is in their best interests.
Yes, a cohabitation agreement can specify how day-to-day expenses, such as rent, mortgage payments, utility bills, and groceries, will be shared between partners. This helps to ensure that each person’s contributions are fair and that there is clarity about financial responsibilities. Having these terms agreed upon in writing can reduce the chance of disputes about money and ensure that both partners feel financially secure within the relationship.
A cohabitation agreement is an effective way to protect your share in a property, as it sets out each partner’s ownership share and what will happen to the property if the relationship ends. Whether you own equal shares or one partner has contributed more financially, the agreement can define these shares and specify whether one partner can buy out the other, if the property will be sold, or if another arrangement will apply. This clarity can prevent disputes and ensure that each partner’s contribution to the property is recognised.
Birth parents can challenge an adoption before the order is granted, usually within 21 days of notification. The court prioritises the child’s welfare and may dispense with consent if it is being unreasonably withheld. Once an adoption order is made, it is rarely overturned.
Yes, if your separation is amicable. We offer a One Solicitor Solution (also known as Resolution Together). Unlike mediation, where the professional cannot give legal advice, this service allows a single solicitor to provide neutral legal advice to both of you jointly. We conduct a safeguarding assessment to ensure there is no power imbalance, then guide you both through the legal parameters to draft a binding Consent Order efficiently.
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