One Couple, One Lawyer

This modern approach to divorce and separation requires trusted legal advice and transparency. Our One Couple One Lawyer specialists can provide you with a single lawyer to manage your separation together. We can support you to reach a conclusion that meets your needs, and for parents, the needs of your children.

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Equal support to reach an agreeable solution

The one couple, one lawyer approach is a tailored legal service which fosters cooperation, respect and transparency throughout. We understand the emotional pressures and complexities of divorce – our goal is to help you achieve a mutually agreeable settlement that offers peace of mind while protecting both your interests. Advice is offered on a joint beneficial basis to reach an agreement on one or all aspects of your separation – without the expense and added pressure of going to court.

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How one couple, one lawyer works

Our team of expert family lawyers will carry out a full assessment of your situation to ensure your interests are aligned. For us to act for you both, you need to be on the same page and in the right frame of mind. It is imperative that you both give informed consent to disclose to each other all appropriate factual and financial information to help reach a joint decision.

This approach offers a conciliatory way of resolving your issues without the expense of separate lawyers. it is often used in conjunction with early neutral evaluation, mediation, arbitration and in collaboration with other professionals.

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Hear what our clients say about us

Thanks so much, James. Although it’s work, always remember that you are helping some really good people re-navigate their lives towards something better. It’s even more motivating when little ones are involved. Keep up the great work.

Grateful for the amazing support in getting to this point. Me and my young boys are doing great.

Client testimonial Family law

Please pass my message on to Amy and all of those involved in my case a huge thank you!
I have appreciated all your assistance throughout the last year!

Client testimonial Family law

You’ve been incredibly helpful throughout this whole process and I can’t thank you enough.

Client testimonial Family law

I would like to extend my sincere thanks to you and the wider team at HCR for your support and guidance over the past 18 months. In particular, James and Emily, who have been incredibly reassuring throughout what has been a very stressful and upsetting time in my life. I would not hesitate to recommend their services to anyone facing a similar situation.

Client testimonial Family law

Thank you for all that you have done for me also to your brilliant team. Especially Amy, thank you for your patience in this testing time for me.

Client testimonial Family law

Thank you so much for all your support through all of this. This has been the hardest time of my life and you have always been brilliant and professional at your job. You made me feel more comfortable with everything that went on.

Client testimonial Child and Parent Law

I can’t thank James Osborne and Lauren Powell-Bateson enough for the support they have given me during one of the most difficult times in my life. Their professionalism, compassion, and dedication have been truly outstanding from start to finish.

They guided me through every step with clear advice, patience, and genuine care, always making me feel supported and understood. Having solicitors who are not only incredibly knowledgeable but also kind and approachable made such a difference during a very challenging time. If you are looking for a family law solicitor, I would highly recommend James Osborne and Lauren Powell-Bateson. They have been absolutely fantastic.

Client testimonial Ms J G – Family Law

Thank you so much for you help and support in the preparation and at the hearing. I am so pleased with the order that we secured. It’s a huge relief.

Client testimonial Family law

I want to say a huge thank you to you and your team. You’ve been fantastic and have fully supported me and my children through this difficult journey. I can’t really thank you enough.
It’s great to know that you’re there too, if anything crops up in the future.

Client testimonial Family law

Amy’s help in this matter has been much appreciated and she made the process very smooth.

Client testimonial Family law

Thank you so much for the way in which this matter has been handled. You were so quick to get to grips with what is a complex case and we felt not only that the matter was in good hand professionally, with a clear direction, but that we were also listened to and supported on a personal level.

Client testimonial Family law

Thankyou so much for working on this cohabitation agreement for me, I always appreciate the extra effort you make.

Client testimonial Cohabitation agreement

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