Business Details
18 Years
experience
Expert Family Law Solicitors in Bath & Bristol
Sharp Family Law is a specialist firm of family law solicitors and mediators with offices in Bath, Bristol, and Bradford-on-Avon. Since 2008, we have guided clients through divorce, separation, and family disputes with a focus on minimising conflict and protecting long-term interests. Our team includes trained Collaborative Law practitioners and members of Resolution, the leading association of family law professionals. We prioritise non-adversarial approaches such as mediation and one-couple-one-solicitor arrangements, while maintaining expertise in court litigation when necessary.With over 35 years of combined experience, we provide tailored advice on financial settlements, child arrangements, and prenuptial agreements. Our client-centred philosophy ensures decisions remain in your hands, supported by practical legal guidance. We serve professionals, business owners, and families with international connections, offering fixed-fee options and transparent billing practices.
Services
Divorce Solicitors
Family Mediation
Collaborative Law
Prenuptial Agreements
Child Custody Advice
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of combined experience in family law
- Our solicitors are Resolution members promoting constructive dispute resolution
- We offer non-adversarial approaches including collaborative law and mediation
- Tailored services for professionals, business owners and international families
- Transparent fixed-fee options available for uncontested divorces
Associations and certifications
- Resolution
What people say
Professional service
Putting needs first
Kindness and perseverance
Clear and easy to understand
Control over divorce outcome
Services
Divorce Solicitors
Our specialist divorce solicitors guide clients through relationship breakdowns with sensitivity and legal expertise. We help you choose between mediation, collaborative law or court proceedings to achieve fair financial settlements and child arrangements. With over 35 years of combined experience, we prioritise your family's long-term wellbeing while protecting your legal rights throughout the process.
Family Mediation
This non-adversarial approach allows separating couples to negotiate terms directly with mediator support. We facilitate constructive discussions about finances, child custody and living arrangements, helping you maintain control over decisions. Mediation often proves faster and more cost-effective than court proceedings while preserving family relationships post-separation.
Collaborative Law
Our trained collaborative lawyers help couples resolve disputes through structured negotiations rather than court battles. This method encourages transparency and cooperation while addressing financial settlements, parenting plans and other family matters. We often involve financial experts and child specialists to create comprehensive, lasting agreements tailored to your family's unique needs.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial agreements to protect assets before marriage or civil partnership. Our solicitors ensure legal compliance while addressing property division, spousal maintenance and other financial matters. This proactive approach provides clarity and security for both parties entering into marriage, particularly for those with significant assets or children from previous relationships.
Child Custody Advice
Our family law experts provide practical guidance on child arrangements during and after separation. We help create parenting plans covering residence, contact schedules and decision-making responsibilities. Focusing on children's best interests, we assist with court applications, mediation or collaborative negotiations to establish stable, workable arrangements that prioritise your children's wellbeing.
People
Richard Sharp
Senior Partner
Founder with over 35 years' experience in family law and divorce litigation. Specialises in complex financial settlements and child arrangement disputes. Committed to non-confrontational resolution methods.
Sarah Young
Solicitor
Experienced family law solicitor advising on divorce, cohabitation agreements and child custody matters. Skilled in mediation and collaborative law approaches to dispute resolution.
Hannah Abbott
Solicitor
Specialist in prenuptial agreements and financial settlements. Provides clear legal guidance during relationship breakdowns, focusing on clients' long-term security and family needs.
Laura Wood
Solicitor
Experienced in collaborative law and child arrangement disputes. Helps clients navigate separation with empathy, prioritising practical solutions that protect family interests.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We specialise in divorce, separation, child custody, financial settlements, prenuptial agreements and collaborative law solutions across Bath, Bristol and Bradford-on-Avon.
How do you handle child custody arrangements?
We prioritise children's best interests when creating parenting plans, covering residence, contact schedules and decision-making responsibilities through mediation or court applications.
What are your legal fees?
We offer fixed fees for uncontested divorces from £1,500 and hourly rates for specialist advice. Costs are discussed transparently during initial consultations.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide family mediation services at £150-£200 per session, helping couples negotiate settlements without court proceedings.
How can I protect assets before marriage?
Our prenuptial agreement service ensures legal protection of assets before marriage, with tailored contracts addressing property division and financial arrangements.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 00472143) and members of Resolution, adhering to strict professional standards.
