Family Law Solicitors


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THE TRUSTED FAMILY LAW SOLICITORS IN ESSEX

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When emotions are high, you need a trusted legal partner. From divorce and separation to child arrangements and financial settlements we help you make the right decisions for your family’s future.

Decades of family law expertise behind you and your case

With over 25 years of experience in family law, our Managing Partner, Philip Giles, leads a team of compassionate and Resolution-accredited solicitors who are here to guide you.

We offer specialist legal advice you can trust, ensuring your case is handled with care and understanding. Our approach is focused on empathy, attentiveness, and avoiding judgment.

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Protecting Your Children’s Future


Are you concerned about securing the best for your children’s future? Whether you need guidance on child custody, guardianship, or protecting their financial interests, our family law team is here to help.

With years of experience in handling sensitive family matters, we provide clear and compassionate advice to safeguard your children’s wellbeing. We understand that every family is unique, and we’ll support you with care and expertise.

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Navigating Relationship and Marriage Changes


Facing the uncertainties of a relationship breakdown? Whether you’re preparing for marriage or dealing with a separation, we’re here to guide you through the legal complexities, from asset division to financial security.

With decades of experience, our dedicated family lawyers provide the clarity and support you need during emotionally challenging times. We’re here to protect your rights and help you move forward with confidence.

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Associated Services


Whether your family is getting bigger or smaller, we’ll find the right resolution for your legal issue. View our complete range of Family services below.

Child Arrangements

When children are caught in the middle of a dispute, our solicitors work hard to ensure your situation is resolved quickly, effectively, and with the minimum amount of upset.

Civil Partnerships

We can offer trusted advice to help you handle all aspects of your arrangement, whether you're at the beginning of your journey, or the end of your relationship as civil partners.

Cohabitation and Unmarried Couples

At Giles Wilson, we can provide you with advice on the financial and other legal implications of living together as an unmarried couple – such as tax, wills and inheritance advice.

Divorce

The end of a relationship can be one of the most stressful and emotional experiences anyone can face, especially if you don’t know exactly what you’re getting yourself into. Without the right support and expertise, it can all feel a bit daunting. At Giles Wilson, we’re here to make sure you never enter the divorce process alone or ill-informed.

Domestic Violence

Whether the violence and abuse is directed against you or your children, our solicitors understand what a sensitive subject this is and the emotional stress that you are under, and stand ready to support you.

Financial Separation Arrangements

Our sensitive advice, coupled with our years of experience, mean we can provide you with the expert advice, guidance and representation you need during this difficult period and achieve the results you deserve.

Prenuptial Agreements

If you are looking to protect your financial interests prior to getting married, Giles Wilson can provide a tailored service, helping you to plan, draft and create prenuptial agreements.

With decades of combined experience, our family lawyers help you protect what matters most.

No matter where you are in your relationship, your background, or how complex your situation, we treat your case with the care and expertise you deserve.

Specialist legal advice from trusted local lawyers, based in Leigh-on-Sea. 


We’ve been based in Leigh-on-Sea since we started in 1997. With headquarters on London Road and a second branch on Leigh Broadway, these prime locations allow us to serve the entire Southend and South East Essex area, extending into the rest of Essex and the East End of London.

Our award-winning team of friendly, conscientious and accredited legal professionals make you feel comfortable from the very first consultation. Representing a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, our combined knowledge and expertise ensures we can handle any and all of your legal requirements.

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Experts in Family Law


Whatever your issue is, our dedicated Family solicitors will help you find the right resolution.

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Awards & Recognitions


The expertise of our solicitors is regularly recognised by some of the profession’s most distinguished organisations. As well as being a member of a number of Law Society schemes, we have won awards at the Law Society Excellence Awards, the Halsbury Legal Awards and the Modern Law Awards.

We have also received recognition in the form of the Lexcel mark of quality, a Legal 500 listing and a place on the shortlist of The Lawyer’s Boutique Firm of the Year.

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We are here to help


If you have a legal issue you are worrying about, it’s important to remember you are not alone.

Whether you're a new or existing client, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Fill out the form, phone or send us an email and let’s start the conversation today.

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When to report a solicitor to the SRA

If you have complained to your solicitor about breaching the SRA Code of Conduct and are not satisfied with their response, you can report them to the SRA. Examples of a breach include:

  • Dishonesty
  • Fraud
  • Discrimination

When to contact the Legal Ombudsman

If you have complained to your solicitor about poor service and you are not satisfied with their response, you can contact the Legal Ombudsman who deal with poor service, such as:

  • Delayed or unclear communication
  • Problems with your bill
  • Loss of documents