The Family Law Company has announced Vikki Feltham as this year’s Everyday Bravery recipient, acknowledging her courage in daily life.
Vikki was chosen by an independent panel who were struck by the resilience and determination shown in her nomination.
Vikki’s life changed beyond recognition when she lost her nose to head and neck cancer. While this could have led her to step back from the world, she instead showed immense bravery by raising awareness of a cancer that is rarely spoken about, despite being the seventh most common. Vikki recognised that there was very...
With International Women’s Day 2026 approaching, Rachel Buckley of The Family Law Company is urging divorcing couples to pay closer attention to pensions, warning that women continue to face a significant shortfall in retirement savings after separation.
Although pensions have been recognised as a matrimonial asset in England and Wales since pension sharing was introduced in 2000, inequality remains widespread. Research from now:pensions and the Pensions Policy Institute shows divorced women face a pension gap of 61 per cent compared with divorced men, equivalent to an average...
Joint MD of The Family Law Company , Rachel Buckley has been named in both the Spears 500 and Citywealth lists for 2025, which recognise expertise in advising high-net-worth individuals.
As a specialist in high-value divorces, wealth protection, and family disputes involving business and international assets, Rachel has built a reputation for delivering solutions that safeguard her clients’ interests.
Inclusion in both lists is a testament to Rachel’s expertise, unwavering client focus and reputation as a leader in family law.
The Family Law Company has welcomed solicitor Emma Rodrigues to its Exeter-based Care Team.
Emma’s interest in law was sparked at a young age by her enjoyment of legal television dramas and her natural inquisitiveness about the problems many people face. After graduating in Law from Cardiff University Emma took her master’s level LPC at the University of Law in Exeter.
This was at the height of the pandemic, meaning her classes and exams were online - and there was less opportunity for a training contract after she completed her studies. Emma decided to take a break to...
For the second year in a row, Rachel Buckley from The Family Law Company has been included on the prestigious Spear’s index as one of the best family lawyers for high net worth clients.
In addition, she is highlighted in the ‘recommended’ list as one of the notable names for her expertise in this area of family law.
Rachel, who is Joint Managing Director and head of The Family Law Company’s Divorce and Finance Team, provides expert advice for high net worth clients across the UK, including business owners, sports professionals and landowners, as well as high ranking members...
Divorce Solicitor Stuart Smallman from The Family Law Company takes a look at what particular considerations there are for divorcing business people whose personal and professional lives are often deeply intertwined.
“Embarking on the path of divorce can often resemble navigating a complex labyrinth,” Stuart says. “Each step taken not only requires a judicious foresight but a dose of bravery, to think collaboratively even in times of personal upheaval.”
Stuart suggests that while this approach to divorce can be more challenging, it fosters a conducive environment for both...
A solicitor with over 30 years of experience has joined The Family Law Company in Exeter.
Stuart Smallman grew up in Birmingham where a chance meeting with a barrister when he was a college student sparked a lifelong interest in law.
On qualifying, he practiced in the Midlands including Birmingham and Lichfield. Although he initially worked in a variety of legal areas including litigation and Wills, Stuart was drawn to family. He began specialising in family law, including children, care work and his favourite specialist area, matrimonial finance.
The work of Imran Khodabocus from The Family Law Company was commended in the IKWRO (Iranian and Kurdish Women's Rights Organisation) True Honour Awards.
These awards are presented to a person or organisation that has taken a stand against “honour” based violence.
Imran said: “I’m in awe simply being in the company of like-minded people committed to tackling this horrible crime. Congratulations to everyone who was nominated.”
Appointed a Director in 2022, Imran heads up the Domestic Abuse Response team at The Family Law Company. His casework includes protecting...
