Shortlands is a boutique family law firm with over 20 years of experience in dealing with the trials and tribulations of a divorce or separation. We work with a select group of clients who need our immediate attention and require a swift service. We have worked with bankers, entrepreneurs, hoteliers, professionals and couples who have substantial assets or income to protect. As a result, we have become the first choice of family law specialists for busy individuals who have reached a difficult juncture in their life.
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Over the last 10 years, Shortlands has been instructed in over (10000) cases. Founded in 2004 by Principal Shabana Walayat, Shortlands is recognized for representing high net worth individuals in the UK and abroad, with a special focus on complex cases where children and wealth need to be protected.
Shabana is a co-founder of Shortlands Law Firm Limited. She has been a specialist family lawyer for over 30 years, providing her with vast experience in all aspects of family law. She has acted for clients worldwide (Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Pakistan, Egypt, America, Azerbaijan, and Europe), both in respect of resolving financial and children issues.
If you are considering a divorce or separation from your partner, Shortlands family lawyers are trained in achieving the best result quickly and with as little confrontation as possible. We work with you to identify the fact that you need to rely upon and apply only those terms that work best for you.
There is only ground for divorce in the UK, which is that your marriage has irretrievably broken down. As a result, we have become the first choice of family law specialists in London. You will need to have proof that your spouse/civil partner has committed adultery or ensure that they will agree to a divorce based on this reason.
Reviews (8)
Linda Makins
May 17, 2022
I'm delighted to express my appreciation of Wentworth who helped us as a family to prepare our our wills and register lasting powers of attorney for future use in the event of our incapacity. These are not exactly the most cheerful topics to deal with but Wentworth's friendly and humane attirude made the experience less stressful. He explained everything to us in great detail and in a form we non-legal-eagles could understand perfectly and he answered any queries in full. It was a delight to deal with him.
Sharleen De Villiers
Feb 11, 2022
Alastair Dobbie is an exceptional solicitor who was extremely helpful and insightful throughout the entire process. It was a very stressful time of my life - and his professionalism (not to mention patience) helped immensely. I would have no hesitation in recommending him. Thank you, Alastair, for guiding me through from start to finish with such impeccable attention to detail.
As Kule On
Jan 23, 2022
I am immensely grateful to this firm and specifically Wentworth Gurney who quickly grasped the complexity of my probate/multiple marriages case, advice accordingly and wrote a powerful letter for my case. The letter, packed with case laws, formed the foundations of my case. I highly recommend the firm, in particular Wentworth, who advised me well and worked hard for my case.
ZLawandProperty
Jun 15, 2021
Mocha Dragqueen
May 01, 2021
Muhammad Aman Raffi
Apr 18, 2020
Shabana and the Shortlands team managed my case really well and in a professional manner, kept me updated which I really appreciated. Quick turnaround, calm and deliver highest quality standard service. Don't look anywhere else because the team definitely knows what they are doing and I would recommend to all my friends and family.
Lee P.
Oct 15, 2019
Iodides
Apr 15, 2019
