Family/Children Law
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 3
Chambers Review
The team at JMW Solicitors is particularly adept at advising on private children disputes that have an international aspect, such as contested applications for child relocation and summary return. The firm also advises on other contentious child law proceedings and has notable expertise in matters alleging abuse and domestic violence.
Strengths
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"A very strong well oiled team that works industriously well together. They deliver prompt replies, are very attentive and we feel well taken care of."
"I have received outstanding support and service from the entire team at JMW. Their client service is very thoughtful, highly responsive and extremely sensitive."
"The junior solicitors and paralegals provided strong and effective support to the lead partner and overall I found them to be responsive and attentive to my legal needs and requests."
"A very strong well oiled team that works industriously well together. They deliver prompt replies, are very attentive and we feel well taken care of."
"I have received outstanding support and service from the entire team at JMW. Their client service is very thoughtful, highly responsive and extremely sensitive."
"The junior solicitors and paralegals provided strong and effective support to the lead partner and overall I found them to be responsive and attentive to my legal needs and requests."
Notable Practitioners
Michael Rowlands has more than 30 years' experience in family law. He is noted for his expertise in international disputes involving children, such as applications for summary return to non-Hague Convention jurisdictions.
"Michael is an exceptional lawyer with a wealth of knowledge and experience. He will do his utmost to protect his client’s interests and truly goes above and beyond."
"The family law expert you want on your side when there are complex issues and an aggressive stance taken in litigation."