Edward Cooke Family Law is an award-winning specialist family law practice with a dedicated Brighton office, offering expert legal guidance and compassionate support for individuals and families navigating separation and divorce. Recognized as a leading firm in the South of England by prestigious legal directories, they stand out for their commitment to constructive, non-court dispute resolution methods wherever possible.
The firm emphasizes a client-centered approach, leveraging mediation, collaborative law, and their innovative Consensus: One Couple, One Lawyer service to help clients reach amicable solutions. With extensive experience in both out-of-court settlements and complex court proceedings, their team of specialist solicitors and mediators is particularly adept at handling high net worth cases, children’s matters, and modern family structures. They serve clients across Sussex, Surrey, and Hampshire from discreet, professional offices.
Services Offered
- Divorce and Separation
- Financial Issues upon Divorce and Separation
- Child Arrangements and Children Act Proceedings
- Mediation Services
- MIAMs (Mediation Information and Assessment Meetings)
- Child Inclusive Mediation
- Hybrid Mediation
- Collaborative Law
- Solicitor Negotiation
- Arbitration
- Early Neutral Evaluation (ENE) and Private FDRs
- Court Proceedings for Financial Remedy and Children Matters
- Modern Family Structures Advice
- Surrogacy, Donor Conception, and Fertility Law
- Cohabitation Disputes and Living Together Agreements
- Domestic Abuse Injunctions and Emergency Remedies
- Pre-Nuptial, Post-Nuptial, and Pre-Civil Partnership Agreements
The firm serves clients throughout Sussex, Surrey, and Hampshire, with offices in Brighton, Chichester, and Farnham, and appointments available in Petersfield. Their team is highly regarded for expertise in mediation and high net worth cases, with national accolades including Boutique Family Law Firm of the Year and recognition in The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.
