Divorce Law Solicitors in Bristol

  • Buckles
  • Divorce Law Solicitors in Bristol

The adviser you can trust to provide the expert guidance you need to help you address the challenge of relationship breakdown.

We understand that throughout every stage of life, there are challenges that can only be addressed with the help of appropriate legal advice.

One of these might be when a relationship breaks down and you or your partner decide to end a marriage or civil partnership. It is never too early to seek legal advice and guidance on the steps you should take before decisions are confirmed.

Our approachable and engaging Family Law team have decades of experience helping individuals and families achieve their desired outcomes, despite how painful and unsettling the process may appear at the outset.

The team will be on hand, every step of the way, to ensure you have the support, guidance and advice you need to confidently make the informed decisions that will help you take control of your future – today.

Get in touch with us today, for your free initial call.

Call us direct on : 01173 329540

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Thank you very much for your expert help over the last few months. There is no way we could have done it without you!
Emma and Thom
Thank you very much for your expert help over the last few months. There is no way we could have done it without you!
James Coppinger_Emma and Thom
Emma and Thom
Colleen is the best property lawyer that I know - she undoubtedly has a good business head and certainly can make things happen.
George Heys
Colleen is the best property lawyer that I know - she undoubtedly has a good business head and certainly can make things happen.
Colleen Gostick_George Heys
George Heys
I would like to thank you for all your help over the past few months. I appreciated that you listened to my particular situation and tailored your advice to my specific needs. I felt reassured I was in good hands and going down the best path, both due to your vast experience in family law and your professional and calm conduct. Not having to personally handle any communication with my ex husband and knowing that we had mitigation plans in place in case things did not go our way also helped my mental health considerably.
I would like to thank you for all your help over the past few months. I appreciated that you listened to my particular situation and tailored your advice to my specific needs. I felt reassured I was in good hands and going down the best path, both due to your vast experience in family law and your professional and calm conduct. Not having to personally handle any communication with my ex husband and knowing that we had mitigation plans in place in case things did not go our way also helped my mental health considerably.
Rebecca Varey
When the decision had been made to sell our family business, we were introduced to Buckles via a Teams meeting due to the Covid restrictions. We were well supported throughout the due diligence process with explanations in simple terms of what was needed from us and summaries of work still to be completed. The whole process was completed in a relatively short time for such a transaction and the support and encouragement from Buckles’ team was instrumental in achieving this.
Rita and Peter Bowman
When the decision had been made to sell our family business, we were introduced to Buckles via a Teams meeting due to the Covid restrictions. We were well supported throughout the due diligence process with explanations in simple terms of what was needed from us and summaries of work still to be completed. The whole process was completed in a relatively short time for such a transaction and the support and encouragement from Buckles’ team was instrumental in achieving this.
FAMILY BIZ_Rita and Peter Bowman of Bowman Stores Ltd
Rita and Peter Bowman
I have received my Spanish non-lucrative visa and TIE ably assisted by Lola Pacheco. From the outset, I felt confident that Lola had the knowledge and experience to guide me through the application process. I would recommend Lola without a moments hesitation, in fact, I already have! Thank You Lola for your friendly and professional guidance every step of the way.
Judith H, 2025
I have received my Spanish non-lucrative visa and TIE ably assisted by Lola Pacheco. From the outset, I felt confident that Lola had the knowledge and experience to guide me through the application process. I would recommend Lola without a moments hesitation, in fact, I already have! Thank You Lola for your friendly and professional guidance every step of the way.
Lola Pacheco
Judith H, 2025
We had a very complex project to complete within a very short period of time, requiring a suite of contractual agreements. Colleen was recommended to me and surpassed my high expectations in respect of both professional competence and ease of working relationships. Consequently, I would similarly have no hesitation in recommending Colleen to others requiring legal support in respect of property transactions.
Bruce Siddorn
We had a very complex project to complete within a very short period of time, requiring a suite of contractual agreements. Colleen was recommended to me and surpassed my high expectations in respect of both professional competence and ease of working relationships. Consequently, I would similarly have no hesitation in recommending Colleen to others requiring legal support in respect of property transactions.
Colleen Gostick_Bruce Siddorn
Bruce Siddorn
Michael (Rabbett) is very concise. He is proactive and commercially minded.
Rob Facer
Michael (Rabbett) is very concise. He is proactive and commercially minded.
Michael Rabbett_Rob Facer
Rob Facer
Your undoubted tenacity in achieving the goal clearly made for as-smooth-a process as we could have asked for, something we were grateful for. Your Company was selected on the recommendation of another of your customers, and well-founded it was for anyone wanting to “make the sale happen
Robert David Isaac
Your undoubted tenacity in achieving the goal clearly made for as-smooth-a process as we could have asked for, something we were grateful for. Your Company was selected on the recommendation of another of your customers, and well-founded it was for anyone wanting to “make the sale happen
Family BIZ_Robert David Isaac, founder of Johnsons Garden Centre
Robert David Isaac
At every step we found Sarah to be knowledgeable, personable and approachable. The subject matter of wills, and powers of attorney is quite dark when you think about it, and that is not lost on Sarah. However, she treated us like human beings who have sensibilities and emotional ties to the "subject in hand". I couldn't recommend her or the firm more highly. Thank you
Simon Linforth
At every step we found Sarah to be knowledgeable, personable and approachable. The subject matter of wills, and powers of attorney is quite dark when you think about it, and that is not lost on Sarah. However, she treated us like human beings who have sensibilities and emotional ties to the "subject in hand". I couldn't recommend her or the firm more highly. Thank you
Sarah Westwood_Simon Linforth
Simon Linforth
Very helpful and quick service for our commercial tenancy. Knowledgeable and approachable, paid attention to detail and helped us through the process.
Beckie Maclellan, 2025
Very helpful and quick service for our commercial tenancy. Knowledgeable and approachable, paid attention to detail and helped us through the process.
Janine Harris
Beckie Maclellan, 2025
Their strength is in their size and experience
Steve Adamson
Their strength is in their size and experience
PROPERTY DISPUTES _Lasercut Limited
Steve Adamson
A really efficient service, fantastic response times, solid expertise, partner level service, sensibly priced. Colleen Gostick is absolutely first class, a really great lawyer - and fun too. Every member of staff seems to really know their stuff. They are head and shoulders above the local competition. I have no hesitation in recommending the firm and Colleen in particular.
James Bowdidge
A really efficient service, fantastic response times, solid expertise, partner level service, sensibly priced. Colleen Gostick is absolutely first class, a really great lawyer - and fun too. Every member of staff seems to really know their stuff. They are head and shoulders above the local competition. I have no hesitation in recommending the firm and Colleen in particular.
Colleen Gostick_James Bowdidge
James Bowdidge

How can we help you?

If your relationship has broken down or you are seeking a separation or divorce

If you are a parent, seeking to protect your child’s rights and needs following a divorce.

If you are a couple, considering a prenuptial agreement to safeguard your future.

If you are considering creating your family with a surrogacy arrangement.

If you are a victim of domestic abuse (physical, emotional & psychological)

If you are cohabiting with a partner and need to secure your financial position

Why choose Buckles Solicitors?

Widely recognised and accredited legal experts

Outstanding client service

Quality advice free of unnecessary legal jargon

Bespoke and flexible approach

Expansive range of legal expertise

International reach

Call us direct on : 01173 329540

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