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Family Law Services & Divorce

Supportive, Straightforward Advice for All Stages of Family Life

 

Whether you’re facing the emotional challenges of a relationship breakdown or preparing for a new chapter, such as marriage or moving in with your partner, our Family Law team is here to help. We understand how important it is to feel supported and informed, whether you’re navigating separation or seeking clarity for the future through a pre-nuptial or cohabitation agreement.
At the heart of our service is a commitment to providing expert legal advice with empathy and care. Our experienced family law solicitors take pride in offering a high-quality, personal approach, avoiding unnecessary jargon and setting realistic expectations from the start.
We know that every family is unique. That’s why we offer flexible legal support tailored to your individual needs and circumstances, helping you move forward in a way that works best for you.
As members of Resolution, we prioritise non-confrontational methods such as mediation and collaborative law wherever possible, aiming to reduce conflict and reach amicable solutions.
If court proceedings are necessary, you can rely on us to guide you through the process with confidence and compassion, always working to keep things as straightforward and stress-free as possible.

Our Fees

We are able to offer a number of family law services on a fixed-fee basis, helping to give you certainty over the costs involved in dealing with your family legal issues. This includes an initial fixed fee consultation so that we can give you an assessment of your case, allowing you to make an informed decision about how to move forward. Find out more about our fixed-fee family law services.

Whether you are entering into a long-term relationship, or facing separation or divorce, our specialist family lawyers are committed to helping you reach a successful outcome.

Family Law Services & Divorce Lawyers

Farhana Butt LLB

Partner - Family Mediator & Collaborative Lawyer

Hazel Chapman

Hazel Chapman LLB

Solicitor

John Futter

John Futter LLB

Solicitor

Sellina Kauser

Sellina Kauser LLB (Hons)

Senior Associate

Edward Owen BA

Consultant

Hayley Strickland

Paralegal

Testimonials

"There are no words, just relief! Thank you for your calm reassurance and professionalism you showed. Many thanks."


"I just wanted to thank you for your high level of Professionalism when dealing with my case. This is the second time I have dealt with your organisation and has once again demonstrated Excellent Support in my case."


"Farhana Butt is a very safe pair of hands and gains the confidence of clients quickly. She has a measured approach."


"Katie Coles is very strong."


‘Hunt & Coombs has a very experienced team of family law solicitors who cover both public and private law. They provide an excellent service to their clients and bring in-depth knowledge to cases they are involved in.’


‘Farhana Butt is a very safe pair of hands and gains the confidence of clients quickly. She has a measured approach.’


"The team are proactive in signposting their clients to alternative dispute resolution resources alongside their legal services, offering a holistic approach to family matters. This I feel puts the client at the heart of the issue and it reduces the cost for the client significantly. They are empathetic and good at listening to their clients and enabling them to feel supported during what is a a challenging journey. The team are keen to learn and adopt new approaches within the family arena."


"Hunt & Coombs is a leader in family law in Peterborough and the surrounding areas. Their work standards are extremely high and the client care is reliable and consistent."


I liked the service. Very pleased with the service. I will recommend to a friend... I Would like to thank the team.


Very professional and helpful.


We were very pleased with the outcome and to have our family back together. Good job done by our solicitor.


I just wanted to thank you for the caring and professional manner in which you dealt with my situation at such a difficult time.


Your dealings regarding with what ended up being a very complicated divorce was first class.


Very quick and efficient name change, happy with service and outcome. Thank you.


Farhana provided a high quality of service with a balance of practical wisdom, pragmatism and professionalism that gave me the confidence to manage through a very difficult and uncertain passage in my life. I would have no hesitation in recommending her services to anyone in similar circumstances.


"Very good advice was given to me from the Solicitor which I was given. Very happy with his work. Would recommend Hunt & Coombs to someone else."


"Thank you for all the help and support throughout the case. I would like to thank Edward Owen for helping me and other people that have helped."


"Keep up the good work. Thank you for your help and support."


Very clear and precise.


Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, you have been a really good team and thank you for helping us become a family again. We will forever be grateful for all the help in making us be able to live our dream.


My friends suggested I engage the best solicitor to deal with my complicated divorce. It was suggested that Hunt & Coombs was the best in town. They were so right.


My solicitor, Farhana Butt and later, Katie Copsey, were very professional, empathetic and informative throughout the duration of my case, they were supported very well by all of the people I dealt with at Hunt & Coombs.


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