Partner & Head of Family Law
Jessica Palmer
Jessica Palmer is a Partner and the Head of our Family Law department.
Children
Seeking arrangements that put the children first
Divorce or separation is demanding enough. But when children are involved, every decision can carry even more emotional weight. Arrangements need to be handled with sensitivity and understanding, while remaining practical and in the children’s best interests. Our specialist family solicitors have the experience and expertise to help you navigate the complexities.
Supporting you now, considering the future
Our family solicitors advise on all matters that could impact your children. We’ll get to know you and your situation, providing dedicated support in the context of your wider circumstances – considering the long-term future as well as immediate concerns.
From day-to-day parenting arrangements, to more serious welfare concerns, our role is to guide you through options and decisions with clarity and confidence – having the children’s best interests at the heart of it all.
Specialist expertise for all scenarios
Wherever possible, we’ll help you find constructive solutions without the need for court proceedings, using approaches such as mediation and other non-court resolutions. Where court intervention is needed, we’ll act with purpose to protect your interests and those of your children.
We can help with:
Living arrangements and parenting
- Where children live and spend time
- Parenting plans
- Relocation within the UK or overseas
- Holidays and travel
- Specific issues around education and healthcare
Disputes and protective arrangements
- Disputes over child arrangements
- Safeguarding concerns
- Domestic abuse and coercive control
- Prohibited steps and specific issue applications
Parental responsibility and family relationships
- Parental responsibility
- Grandparents’ rights
- Rights of other family members
Financial support for children
- Financial provision for children including claims under Schedule 1
Here when it matters. Get in touch.
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Meet the experts
Consultant Family Solicitor
Lisa Bolgar Smith
Lisa Bolgar Smith is an experienced consultant solicitor handling national and international family matters, with a focus on constructive solutions and carefully judged negotiation.
Paralegal
Molly Brown
Molly joined Streathers Daynes Smith in August 2025 as a Paralegal in the Family team, where she is gaining experience assisting with divorce, financial, and child arrangements matters.
Associate
Will Brownhill
Will is an Associate in our Family Team.
Solicitor
Lucy Ellington
Lucy is a solicitor in our Family team, specialising in divorce, financial matters and children issues
Senior Associate
Charlotte Hayes-Sennett
Charlotte Hayes-Sennett is a Senior Associate in our Family team, specialising in divorce, financial matters and children issues.
Senior Legal PA
Sarah Warwick
Sarah Warwick is a Senior Legal PA in our Family and Dispute Resolution teams.
The expertise you need. From people who understand.
Have a real conversation with us about your needs and how we can help – whether it’s support with property, your business or personal matters.
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