Divorce & Family Law Solicitors in Lutterworth

When a relationship reaches a turning point, the road ahead can feel unclear, and knowing who to talk to first is rarely simple. Belderbos Solicitors is a specialist family-law-only firm helping people across Lutterworth and the wider Harborough district through divorce and separation, children matters, financial settlements and domestic abuse. Family law is the whole of what we do, so when you contact us you reach a solicitor who works in this field every day, rather than a general high-street practice that fits it in between conveyancing and probate.

We act for clients throughout Lutterworth, southern Leicestershire and the surrounding villages, with two offices within comfortable reach of the town. Whether you are only beginning to wonder whether your marriage can continue, or you are already in the middle of a difficult dispute, our job is to give you calm, practical direction and a clear picture of what happens next. Take the first step with a free, no-obligation discovery call before you commit to anything.

Why choose Belderbos for family law in Lutterworth?

Choosing the right solicitor matters, especially in a market town where the most visible options are general firms covering everything from house sales to wills. Here is why people in Lutterworth choose us when family is involved.

• Family law is all we do. We are a specialist family-law-only firm. We are not dividing our attention across unrelated areas of law, which means deeper expertise and clearer, more confident advice on divorce, children and finances.
• Resolution-accredited. Our solicitors are members of Resolution and hold its specialist accreditations, including Collaborative Family Lawyer and trained Mediator status. We follow the Resolution Code of Practice, which means a constructive, non-confrontational approach from the outset.
• Out of court wherever possible. Court is not the only route, and it is often not the best one. We prioritise mediation, collaborative law, arbitration and lawyer-led negotiation to settle matters more quickly, more privately and at lower cost, while staying fully prepared to go to court when that is genuinely the right step.
• Child-focused and empathetic. Where children are involved, their welfare comes first. We work to protect it while keeping conflict between parents as low as it can be.
• A free, no-obligation discovery call. You can speak to us before committing to anything, so you understand your position and your choices before you decide how to proceed.
• Two local offices. Our Leicester office is a short drive north up the A426, and our main staffed office in Oakham is reachable to the north-east, so expert family law advice is always close to Lutterworth.

Ready to talk it through? Book your free discovery call or call us on 01572 490660.

Our Lutterworth team

Belderbos runs a single, close-knit family law team across both offices, so wherever you are based around Lutterworth you have the full team behind you. The Leicester office is the nearest for face-to-face meetings, with our main staffed office in Oakham also available.

• James Belderbos – Director and Founder. James founded the firm with a clear purpose: to provide specialist, family-only legal advice that keeps the family's future at the centre of every decision. He leads the team and its resolution-first ethos.
• Sophie Ball – Family Law Solicitor. Sophie advises across the full range of family matters, from divorce and financial settlements to arrangements for children, with a calm and client-focused manner.
• Nick Robertshaw – Family Law Solicitor. Nick brings extensive family law experience and a steady, reassuring approach to even the most difficult cases, helping clients feel supported throughout.
• Emma Potter – Family Law Solicitor. Emma works with clients on divorce, separation and children matters, pairing clear practical advice with genuine care for the people behind each case.

You can read more about our approach and values on our Why choose Belderbos page, or see what clients say about us on our testimonials page.

Our family law services in Lutterworth

We cover the full spectrum of family law for clients in Lutterworth and the surrounding villages. Whatever you are facing, there is a service and a solicitor to match.

Divorce and separation

We guide you through every stage of the no-fault divorce process, from the initial application to the final order, and help you separate matters cleanly if you are not married. Learn more about divorce and separation.

Children matters

We help parents agree where a child lives and how they spend time with each parent, and we advise on child arrangements orders, specific issue and prohibited steps orders, relocation and applications by grandparents. See our children and child arrangements service.

Financial settlements

Dividing finances on divorce follows no fixed formula; it turns on your particular circumstances. We help you reach a fair settlement and secure it properly through a consent order. Explore financial settlements.

Domestic abuse

If you or your children are at risk, we act quickly to seek protective orders, including non-molestation and occupation orders, with discretion and urgency. Read about domestic abuse.

Nuptial agreements

Whether you are planning to marry or are already married, a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement can give both of you financial clarity and peace of mind. See nuptial agreements.

Cohabitation and separation

Unmarried couples do not have the same automatic legal protections as married ones. We advise on cohabitation agreements, property disputes and separation for couples who live together. Learn about cohabitation and separation.

Out-of-court solutions

Where we can, we keep you out of the courtroom. Our out-of-court solutions include mediation, collaborative law, family arbitration and lawyer-led negotiation: constructive routes that are usually faster, more private and less costly than litigation. See our out-of-court solutions overview.

Court proceedings

When agreement simply is not possible, we represent you firmly and clearly through court proceedings, guiding you through each stage so you always know what to expect.

Please note that we are unable to offer legal aid.

Serving Lutterworth, Leicestershire and the surrounding areas

Lutterworth sits in the far south of Leicestershire, in the Harborough district, close to where the county meets Warwickshire and Northamptonshire and within easy reach of the M1, M6 and M69. From the town we support families right across the surrounding rural communities.

From Lutterworth we regularly help families across a broad rural area, including Broughton Astley, Ullesthorpe, Gilmorton, Bitteswell, Cotesbach, Walcote, Misterton, Dunton Bassett, North Kilworth, Claybrooke, Swinford and Shawell. For clients who want to meet in person, our nearest office is in Leicester, a straightforward drive north. Our main staffed office in Oakham, Rutland is available too, and if you are closer to the eastern side of the district you may also find our Market Harborough information helpful. You will find full details for all offices, plus all the ways to get in touch, on our contact page.

Local resources in Lutterworth

Alongside your solicitor, it helps to know where the official services for the Lutterworth area are based.

• Leicester County Court and Family Court. Family proceedings for Lutterworth and the wider Harborough district, including divorce, financial remedy and children applications, are dealt with at Leicester County Court and Family Court, 90 Wellington Street, Leicester, LE1 6HG. You can check the latest details, opening hours and contact information on the UK court finder. Most family cases are now handled largely on paper and remotely, so you may not need to attend in person, and we will tell you in good time if a hearing is required.
• Citizens Advice Leicestershire (Lutterworth). For free general guidance on benefits, debt, housing and related issues, Citizens Advice supports the Lutterworth area through its Leicestershire service, with its main hub at The Symington Building, Adam and Eve Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7LT. They generally ask you to call first on their advice line to discuss your issue, after which they can arrange a telephone, video or pre-booked face-to-face appointment.

How to reach our family solicitors in Lutterworth

Our nearest meeting point for Lutterworth clients is the Leicester office at 38 Market Street, Leicester, LE1 6DP. Here is how to get there from the town.

• By car. The most direct route is the A426 Leicester Road north, a journey of around 13 to 14 miles, or roughly 25 to 30 minutes depending on traffic, bringing you into the centre of Leicester. If you prefer the motorway, the M1 is right on Lutterworth's doorstep at junction 20, with junction 21 bringing you into the south of the city. The office is in the heart of Leicester, a short walk from the central car parks, including Jubilee Square and the NCP and Highcross car parks near St Nicholas Circle.
• By train. Lutterworth does not have its own railway station; the former Great Central line station closed in the 1960s and has not reopened. The nearest mainline stations are Rugby, about seven miles to the south, and Leicester itself. If you wanted to travel by rail you would drive or take a bus to a station first, so for most Lutterworth clients it is simpler to drive directly into Leicester. From Leicester railway station, the Market Street office is around a ten-minute walk through the city centre.
• By bus. Regular bus services connect Lutterworth with Leicester, arriving at the city's central bus stations a short walk from the office. Journey times vary with the route and stops, so it is worth checking the timetable before you travel.

Plan your journey. Our Leicester office is by appointment only, so please contact us to arrange a time before you set off. If a staffed office suits you better, our Oakham office lies to the north-east and is our main staffed base. We are happy to advise on the best option when you book.

Accessibility

We want meeting us to be straightforward for everyone. Our Leicester office is in central Leicester and is used by appointment, so it is not permanently staffed; our Oakham office is our main staffed base. If you have specific accessibility requirements, or if travelling from Lutterworth is difficult, please let us know when you book. We can often arrange your appointment by telephone or video call instead, and we will always do our best to accommodate your needs.