Partner & Head of Family Law
Jessica Palmer
Jessica Palmer is a Partner and the Head of our Family Law department.
Family
Lucy Ellington
Solicitor
Lucy is a solicitor in our Family team, specialising in divorce, financial matters and children issues. Lucy is committed to providing clear and practical solutions with empathy and understanding. She represents clients from all walks of life and helps them navigate complex legal challenges with confidence and care.
What sets Lucy apart is her calm, compassionate, and highly client-focused approach. She takes time to truly listen, ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and informed at every stage of their case. Clients frequently comment on her reassuring manner and her ability to explain the law clearly, helping them move forward with confidence during difficult and sensitive times.
“I enjoy being able to provide practical solutions to clients going through difficult and often highly emotional personal circumstances. I pride myself on recognising that every client is an individual with a unique set of needs and tailoring my approach accordingly, while always making the law accessible and easy to understand.”
Lucy’s approach is centred on understanding your priorities, removing unnecessary legal jargon, and providing clear, actionable advice tailored to your specific situation
Experience
Lucy qualified in 2026, with a track record of assisting on a wide range of cases and running several of her own.
Memberships & Accreditations
Lucy is a member of Resolution, the national family law association dedicated to helping clients resolve issues constructively and without unnecessary conflict and promoting best practice in family law.
Lucy's Insights
Lucy has a particular interest in divorce, financial settlements, private children law issues, and the practical impact of family law on everyday life. She regularly shares her thoughts on recent cases, legal developments, and topical family law issues. Head to our Insights section to explore her commentary.
Beyond the Law
Outside the office, Lucy practises Yoga and Pilates, which help her stay focused and level-headed. She values balance and clarity, both personally and professionally, and brings that same steady approach to her work with clients.
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Lucy’s specialisms
Divorce
01Expert guidance through every stage of the divorce process.
Financial arrangements
02Private Children Law Issues
03Support with child arrangements, contact and parental responsibility matters.
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
04Protecting assets and providing financial clarity for couples.
Family Law Act Issues
05Your team
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.
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.
Trainee Solicitor
Hannah Whiterow
Hannah is a second year Trainee Solicitor. As part of her Training Contract, she has completed seats in Private Client and Family Law, and will go onto sit in Litigation and Commercial Property.
