At Paradigm Family Law, we are dedicated to providing expert legal services in the area of family law. With offices in York, London, Manchester, and Birmingham, we offer comprehensive support for individuals and families facing legal challenges. Our team of experienced lawyers understands the complexities of family law matters and is committed to delivering personalised, professional advice tailored to each clients needs. We recognise that each situation is unique and offer solutions that are both practical and strategic.

Our firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, ensuring that we maintain the highest standards of professional conduct. As a Limited Liability Partnership, Paradigm Family Law operates with transparency and accountability. The team is led by Frank Arndt and Maarten Albarda, both of whom have extensive experience in family law. We are passionate about protecting the interests of our clients and supporting them through the often difficult and emotional process of family legal matters. With offices in key locations across the UK, we are readily accessible to clients nationwide.

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Expert family law services across multiple UK cities.
Trusted legal advisors for complex family law matters.
Personalised support from experienced family law specialists.
Regulated by Solicitors Regulation Authority for reliability.
Dedicated to providing clear and practical legal solutions.
Available across York, London, Manchester, and Birmingham.

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At Paradigm Family Law, we offer personalised services to help clients navigate difficult family situations. Led by senior experts, we develop clear strategies with fixed-fee transparency, focusing on effective resolutions. From divorce to financial settlements and child arrangements, our aim is to resolve matters efficiently, with a clear path forward.

Separation & Divorce Report

Major decisions arise quickly during separation and divorce, making early legal advice critical. We ensure our clients are fully informed about their position before proceedings progress. By considering judicial perspectives and settlement trends, we bring clarity to complex choices. Our focus is on informed resolution, controlled costs, and effective outcomes.

Civil Partnership Breakdown Report

Separating from a civil partner can feel overwhelming, particularly when financial and parenting decisions must be made. We support clients through every stage of a civil partnership breakdown with clear, practical legal advice. By explaining your rights and the dissolution process, we help you move forward with confidence and minimise unnecessary conflict during a difficult time.

Financial Settlements Report

Financial matters after separation often require careful legal consideration beyond the divorce itself. We help clarify common misunderstandings about how assets, income and ongoing obligations are resolved. Financial remedy proceedings are separate from divorce and may run alongside it. Our focus is on protecting your interests and helping you reach a balanced settlement.

Child Arrangements Report

When relationships end, we remain committed to helping parents prioritise their children. We provide advice that supports calm, forward-looking decisions during separation or divorce. From schooling to medical care and family contact, we help clarify options. Our approach promotes long-term arrangements that reflect the childs best interests and support a secure family transition.

Lizzie Underwood

Nov 19, 2020

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A compassionate, competent and caring team of family lawyers who see the person rather than the poundsigns. Their transparent fee structure is very reassuring at a time when finances become a highly stressful matter.

Elizabeth Spencer

Nov 10, 2020

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James and his team are highly skilled, professional and friendly. At what is the most stressful of times, they are calm and reassuring and always strive for the right result. I would recommend to anyone.

Lisa Horsfall-Buckley

Oct 17, 2020

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Fantastic, professional and supportive service. Thank you so much

Claire Pears

Oct 03, 2020

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I will not hesitate to recommend Paradigm Family Law. Highly professional, knowledgeable and genuine. James Thornton and his network of experts are invaluable, paying attention to the tiniest of detail. At first glance they may seem expensive compared to other solicitors but the fixed fee option is actually a massive financial advantage. There's no worrying about how many emails or phone calls pass between you, as you know there will be no extra cost incurred. Paradigm definitely go more than that extra mile to try achieve the best results possible.

Julie Gilbert

Aug 28, 2020

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James is a very kind & considerate lawyer whom shows his professionalism across all situations with his clients. He is very aware of the vulnerability of clients going through a stressful/worrying time and deals with this with the upmost compassion. I highly recommend James & his team.

Lewis Prager

Nov 19, 2019

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I cannot thank James enough at Paradigm Family Law.
So helpful, attentive & efficient in all work they undertook for me and helped me complete a seamless child custody battle that I thought would not end.
The advice & guidance from James was second to none.
Highly recommend ! !

Tee Maiboyz

Jun 05, 2019

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Great service. Knowing the fees are fixed from the start is reassuring. I would definitely recommend Paradigm Family Law.

Karen Higgins

Aug 12, 2017

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Frank Arndt, was a consistent, honest, professional who enabled me to have the courage to be me for the first time in my marriage. I feel very lucky that he was referred to me through a very close friend.