The team at Ashfords LLP provides the full gamut of family law services, with standout experience in Children Act applications, financial dispute resolution, and separation proceedings. Equipped to handle complex court disputes and out-of-court matters, the members regularly advise clients on high-value assets often based abroad, as part of FDR, and property and business conversions. Jayne Turner is a key contact for farming divorces; Samantha Newton is an expert in international relocation issues; Megan Prideaux stands out for her strengths in matrimonial separation matters; Isobel Massey handles private Children Act cases; and Jonathon Yates is experienced in protective orders. Zoe Porter left the firm in April 2026.
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- Ashfords has a well-deserved reputation for excellent, sound advice in Bristol.
- Jayne Turner is a standout performer. Jayne is an expert in all that she does and leads from the front. It is clear that she holds strong client relationships built on trust and will always push to achieve the best possible result for them.
- The team is strong from top to bottom. They are all experts in their field and deliver impeccable service to their clients.
- Zoe Porter and Jayne Turner are exceptional; both have a strong and reliable sense of a fair outcome and advise their clients accordingly. Both are focused on achieving the best outcome for their clients rather than for themselves.
- Ashfords is one of the strongest firms in Exeter.
- Samantha Newton is the standout family practitioner within Ashfords. She is an extremely capable lawyer, great with clients, and very collaborative in her approach.
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Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
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Jayne Turner; Samantha Newton; Megan Prideaux; Isobel Massey; Jonathan Yates