Leicestershire Collaborative Family Law Group
All our members work across the county of Leicestershire, and are available for a confidential discussion
Justine Flack
Solicitor
Judith Wheeler
Solicitor
Reena Johl
Solicitor
Dawn Salter
Solicitor
Katherine Marshall
Solicitor
Emma Mitchell
Solicitor
Caroline Elliott
Solicitor
Swati Somaiya
Solicitor
Claire Round
Accountant
Bina Modi
Solicitor
James Belderbos
Solicitor
Lisa-Marie Leanders
Solicitor
Tony Jarvis
Accountant
Kevin Salter
Financial Advisor
Chris de Luca
Financial Advisor
Justine Flack
Solicitor
What I see as the benefits of collaborative law: It allows people to discuss matters in an open, supported and non-confrontational environment, to arrive at a solution which they feel will work for them and their family.
If I wasn’t a lawyer: I would love to be a florist – flowers always bring a smile to people’s faces.
When I am not working: I like to travel, particularly abroad, and enjoy photography and salsa dancing.
If I wasn’t a lawyer: I would love to be a florist – flowers always bring a smile to people’s faces.
When I am not working: I like to travel, particularly abroad, and enjoy photography and salsa dancing.
Phone
0116 247 3564
Location
Howes Percival LLP, 3 The Osiers Business Centre, Leicester, LE19 1DX
Judith Wheeler
Solicitor
What I see as the benefits of collaborative law: The process facilitates face to face discussions in a conciliatory lawyer supported environment. The couple can prioritise the issues that are important to them and negotiate at their own pace.
If I wasn't a lawyer: I would be professional Christmas tree decorator, spending the other eleven months of the year travelling the world in search of unusual decorations.
When I am not working: I enjoy spending time with family and friends and travelling.
If I wasn't a lawyer: I would be professional Christmas tree decorator, spending the other eleven months of the year travelling the world in search of unusual decorations.
When I am not working: I enjoy spending time with family and friends and travelling.
Phone
01926 887700
Location
Thomas Flavell & Sons Ltd Church Walk, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 1DN
Website
http://www.thomasflavell.co.uk/ Reena Johl
Solicitor
Reena is with the Family Law Consultants, and is currently working as a Consultant Solicitor.
Reena is an experienced Family Solicitor and Collaborative Lawyer having qualified in 2002. Since qualification Reena has specialised exclusively in Family Law.
Reena has experience in all aspects of private Family Law and with particular expertise in dealing with divorce, financial and property issues including pre-nuptial agreements, matters relating to children and domestic violence issues.
Reena is a member of the Law Society Family Law Panel, a member of Resolution and the Collaborative Family Law Group. Reena speaks fluent Punjabi.
Reena is an experienced Family Solicitor and Collaborative Lawyer having qualified in 2002. Since qualification Reena has specialised exclusively in Family Law.
Reena has experience in all aspects of private Family Law and with particular expertise in dealing with divorce, financial and property issues including pre-nuptial agreements, matters relating to children and domestic violence issues.
Reena is a member of the Law Society Family Law Panel, a member of Resolution and the Collaborative Family Law Group. Reena speaks fluent Punjabi.
Phone
01164 105004
Location
Family Law Consultants, 12 Hamilton Terrace, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 4LY.
Dawn Salter
Solicitor
What I see as the benefit of collaborative law: That it enables couples to take control of the issues and work together to resolve them with the least acrimony, in an open and honest fashion whilst having their solicitor on hand to guide and advise.
If I wasn’t a lawyer: I would probably have been a chef, or would like to own a vintage tea shop and bake cakes.
When I am not working: I am usually being Mum’s taxi service for my two daughters. When not doing that I like to read crime thrillers, attend concerts, festivals and the cinema, spend time with my family and walk our dog.
If I wasn’t a lawyer: I would probably have been a chef, or would like to own a vintage tea shop and bake cakes.
When I am not working: I am usually being Mum’s taxi service for my two daughters. When not doing that I like to read crime thrillers, attend concerts, festivals and the cinema, spend time with my family and walk our dog.
Phone
0116 264 3434
Location
Josiah Hincks Solicitors, 33 Leicester Road, Blaby, Leicester, LE8 4GR
Katherine Marshall
Solicitor
What I see as the benefits of Collaborative Law: It offers couples freedom and choice; freedom to set their own agenda and prioritise the issues they want to resolve, and choice around the timing and setting of the four way meetings. It is a very powerful formula to get disputes settled quickly and as comfortably as possible.
If I wasn’t a lawyer: I would be an artist or, as we are in dream world, editor of Vogue.
When I am not working: I love to spend time with family and friends. I enjoy cooking and recreating dishes discovered on my travels. I also immerse myself, whenever possible, in all things creative.
If I wasn’t a lawyer: I would be an artist or, as we are in dream world, editor of Vogue.
When I am not working: I love to spend time with family and friends. I enjoy cooking and recreating dishes discovered on my travels. I also immerse myself, whenever possible, in all things creative.
Phone
0116 257 6139
Location
Shakespeare Martineau, Two Colton Square, Leicester, LE1 1QH
Website
https://www.shma.co.uk/ Emma Mitchell
Solicitor
What I see as the benefits of collaborative law: Helping couples sort out their family issues in a calm, sensitive and professional way through round table discussions.
If I wasn't a lawyer: My parents both worked for the Armed Forces, so had I not become a lawyer I woud probaby have ended up in the Royal Air Force.
When I am not working: I like to travel, swim, ski and spend time with family & friends - and walking our Labrador Milo.
If I wasn't a lawyer: My parents both worked for the Armed Forces, so had I not become a lawyer I woud probaby have ended up in the Royal Air Force.
When I am not working: I like to travel, swim, ski and spend time with family & friends - and walking our Labrador Milo.
Phone
01509 610312
Location
44a Church Gate, Loughborough LE11 1UE
Caroline Elliott
Solicitor
What I see as the benefits of collaborative law: Although it can be a stressful process, it is much much easier than going through the turmoil and expense of court litigation.
If I wasn't a lawyer: Either a psychologist or a tea shop owner!
When I am not working: I love to run (quite slowly!), and enjoy time with family and friends.
If I wasn't a lawyer: Either a psychologist or a tea shop owner!
When I am not working: I love to run (quite slowly!), and enjoy time with family and friends.
Phone
0115 945 3710
Location
Shakespeare Martineau, 2 Colton Square Leicester LE1 1QH
Website
https://www.shma.co.uk/ Swati Somaiya
Solicitor
What I see as the benefit of collaborative law: It provides the ability to communicate with your ex-partner to reach an amicable and swift resolution that is suitable for your family.
If I wasn’t a lawyer: I have often wondered what it would be like to write books suitable for children - the next JK Rowling maybe!
When I am not working: My children keep me busy - and when I am not chauffeuring them to their usual activities and parties, I like walking, football, cricket and socialising with friends and family.
If I wasn’t a lawyer: I have often wondered what it would be like to write books suitable for children - the next JK Rowling maybe!
When I am not working: My children keep me busy - and when I am not chauffeuring them to their usual activities and parties, I like walking, football, cricket and socialising with friends and family.
Phone
07958 041505
Location
Excello Law, 5 Museum Square Leicester LE1 6UF.
Website
https://excellolaw.co.uk/ Claire Round
Accountant
What I see as the benefits of collaborative law: It is a process that encourages the parties to separate their interests whilst building a new type of relationship with each other in which they can communicate effectively and co-parent successfully.
If I wasn't a forensic accountant: I would love to be a novelist.
When I am not working: I love books and movies, but mainly having fun with my kids.
If I wasn't a forensic accountant: I would love to be a novelist.
When I am not working: I love books and movies, but mainly having fun with my kids.
Phone
0121 352 6203
Location
BDO LLP, 2 Snowhill, Birmingham B4 6GA
Website
www.bdo.co.uk Bina Modi
Solicitor
What I see as the benefits of collaborative law: It offers a great deal more flexibility, discussing and resolving issues that are important to clients. It provides control over the outcome that suits the needs of the whole family. It can work beyond the perimeters of what the court can order. Clients benefit from not having an imposed Court Order but one they negotiate and choose. An agreement by choice is beneficial post separation and divorce in co-parenting children, ensuring the least negative psychological impact on any children due to separation.
When I am not working: I love sport - whether watching or participating, history, travel and gardening.
When I am not working: I love sport - whether watching or participating, history, travel and gardening.
Phone
0116 222 1555
Location
Jones & Duffin Solicitors, 142 Narborough Road, Leicester LE3 0BT
Website
http://jonesduffin.co.uk/ James Belderbos
Solicitor
What I see as the benefit of collaborative law: The Collaborative process facilitates an opportunity for couples to communicate and achieve settlement in a supportive environment.
If I wasn't a lawyer: I would be a specialist Garden Nursery Owner.
When I am not working: I love spending time with my family, and for sports Leicester City, Leicester Tigers, running and CrossFit.
If I wasn't a lawyer: I would be a specialist Garden Nursery Owner.
When I am not working: I love spending time with my family, and for sports Leicester City, Leicester Tigers, running and CrossFit.
Phone
01572 492 332
Location
Belderbos Solicitors, 20A Church Street, Oakham, Rutland LE15 6AA
Lisa-Marie Leanders
Solicitor
What I see as the benefits of collaborative law: There are so many benefits to collaborative law but most importantly it enables the preservation of family relationships, allows agreements to be reached much faster and avoids the stress and significant costs of court.
If I wasn't a lawyer: I would have become a teacher.
When I am not working: Spending time with my husband and 3 young sons, plus travelling, reading and baking (if I ever get the time!).
If I wasn't a lawyer: I would have become a teacher.
When I am not working: Spending time with my husband and 3 young sons, plus travelling, reading and baking (if I ever get the time!).
Phone
0116 214 6691
Location
Nelsons, Provincial House, 37 New Walk, Leicester LE1 6TU
Website
http://www.nelsonslaw.co.uk/ Tony Jarvis
Accountant
Tony began his accountancy career at Rowleys in 1971 and worked his way up to becoming our Chairman in 2007. As well as leading the strategic direction and growth of our practice, he also manages a large portfolio of clients, providing them with specialist consultancy and advice in areas including charities, trusts, probate and corporate finance.
Expertise
Audit and accounts
Corporate finance including share and business valuations
Strategic planning and financial growth
Trusts and estate planning
Wills and probate
Greatest achievement so far: Shooting 74 round the old course at St. Andrew's
3 favourite things: Golf, tennis and spending time with family
Number 1 on your bucket list: Breaking 70 around the Leicestershire Golf Club
Expertise
Audit and accounts
Corporate finance including share and business valuations
Strategic planning and financial growth
Trusts and estate planning
Wills and probate
Greatest achievement so far: Shooting 74 round the old course at St. Andrew's
3 favourite things: Golf, tennis and spending time with family
Number 1 on your bucket list: Breaking 70 around the Leicestershire Golf Club
Phone
0116 282 7000
Location
The Rowleys Partnership Ltd, Charnwood House, Harcourt Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WP
Kevin Salter
Financial Advisor
Phone
07473 355399
Location
The SalterGuide Ltd., Commerce House, Carlton Boulevard, Lincoln LN2 4WJ
Website
https://www.thesalterguide.uk/ Chris de Luca
Financial Advisor
What I see as the benefits of collaborative law: The first instinct is to work with all parties involved, gathering all the available information, to allow informed decisions to be made moving forward in a non-confrontational environment.
If I wasn't an advisor: Possibly a historian as to understand how we have got to where we are now is not only fascinating, but helps to explain today’s world!
When I am not working: For the last 40 years I have been, and continue to be, involved with a local grassroots rugby club initially as a player, then as captain, coach, chair and commercial director for my sins!
If I wasn't an advisor: Possibly a historian as to understand how we have got to where we are now is not only fascinating, but helps to explain today’s world!
When I am not working: For the last 40 years I have been, and continue to be, involved with a local grassroots rugby club initially as a player, then as captain, coach, chair and commercial director for my sins!
Phone
0116 2081400
Location
Juniper Financial Management Limited 2nd Floor, Livingston Business Centre, 17 Mandervell Road, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5LR
Our Promise To You
The Resolution code of practise requires lawyers to deal with each other in a civilised way and to encourage their clients to put their differences aside and reach fair agreements.