Sponsors

42BR

Headline Sponsor

Over the last year, 42BR's Family team membership has grown to consist of over 60 specialist barristers. The team covers the full spectrum of family and matrimonial law, with acknowledged strength in Public and Private Law Childcare matters. The team has a growing reputation in Financial Remedies and are specialists in International and Humans Rights, Child Abduction and Adoption Act Applicants.

Our committed team of clerks are dedicated to providing outstanding levels of service and support to all our clients and recognise the distressing nature of family law proceedings. We explore all avenues, both court and non-court based, to minimise the financial and emotional stresses of disputes. Most recently we have introduced a specialist ADR team, offering private FDRs, mediation, and family arbitration to ease the burden family separations can have on individuals.

 

 

1GC Family Law

1GC Family Law is a leading chambers recognised nationally and internationally for excellence in advocacy, strategic advice and dispute resolution. Members are instructed in complex, high-profile cases across public and private children law, financial remedies, Court of Protection and international family law. 1GC combines technical expertise, judicial insight and a client-focused approach, supported by an approachable clerking team and our longstanding commitment to NCDR and access to justice.

 

 

1 Hare Court

1 Hare Court is a leading family law chambers at the forefront of divorce and matrimonial finance law in England and Wales. Its members are renowned for their exceptional advocacy and legal expertise and are frequently involved in the landmark cases before the highest courts.  Chambers has earned a national and international reputation for excellence and is consistently recognised by leading legal directories. 1 Hare Court continues to shape the development of family law through its outstanding barristers and commitment to delivering the highest standards of client service.

 

 

4pb

4PB is a leading set of specialist family law barristers, renowned for its cutting-edge expertise in all family law issues. Home to 24 ‘silks’ and 61 junior barristers, our practitioners are instructed by the country’s premier family law firms and are regularly involved in landmark developments in family law and family justice.

We have been recognised as “Family Law Set of the Year” at both the Legal 500 and the Family Law Awards, and were the only family law set shortlisted for “Set of the Year” in 2025 at the Legal 500 Awards. Our size, breadth of practice, reputation, and depth of expertise are unrivalled, setting us apart from our competitors in the family law chambers market in London.

 

 

7BR

7BR’s specialist family law barristers provide expert legal advice, representation and advocacy across the full spectrum of family law, with particular expertise in complex children, family finance and international family law cases.

7BR's barristers act for parents, children, extended family members, spouses, civil partners, cohabitants, third parties, local authorities, government departments and other public bodies at all levels, from the Family Court to the High Court and Court of Appeal, as well as in cross-border and overseas proceedings.

The team is regularly instructed in serious public law children proceedings and contested private law disputes, as well as divorce and financial remedy claims, Schedule 1 and TOLATA applications, cohabitation disputes and nuptial agreements.

Many cases involve an international element, including relocation and removal from the jurisdiction, overseas divorce and cross-border financial remedies, and matters concerning businesses, pensions and assets held across multiple jurisdictions.

 

 

AlphaBiolabs

Drug, Alcohol & DNA testing you can trust

At AlphaBiolabs our customers trust us to provide the highest possible standard of service, and fast, accurate results. 

We are proud to sponsor the new Access to Justice/Social Impact Award this year, as we understand the importance 
of access to justice in family law, and the centrality of family law practice for social groups who may be underserved and underrepresented.

Reasons why you can trust AlphaBiolabs for your Drug, Alcohol & DNA testing,

•    Rapid results from our Cheshire-based & UKAS-17025 accredited lab
•    A dedicated Case Manager to fully manage your case
•    Sample collections from any location within 24‑48 hours
•    FREE sample collections at our nationwide Walk-in Centres
•    Widest range of drugs tested across the 9 main drug groups
•    Period of analysis up to 12 months with repeat test options
•    Innovative and FREE Drug Screen Plus service
•    Head & body hair, nail, urine, and oral fluid samples analysed
•    Test for chronic and excessive alcohol consumption, or abstinence
•    Period of analysis up to 12 months with repeat test options
•    SCRAM Continuous Alcohol Monitoring® available
•    Head & body hair, nail, blood, and breath samples analysed
•    DNA testing for all family relationships
•    Up to 153 DNA markers analysed – the most powerful test available
•    The first UK-accredited provider for prenatal paternity testing
•    Oral fluid and blood samples analysed

Contact details

0333 600 1300
testing@alphabiolabs.com
 

 

 

Cansford Laboratories

Fast. Trusted. Proven.
 
Cansford Laboratories is the UK’s fastest drug, alcohol, and DNA testing lab – fully UKAS-accredited and award-winning. We deliver court-admissible results in just three working days from sample arrival. That means if we collect on Monday, you’ll have results by Friday – no delays, no drama. With over 30 years of experience supporting family law professionals, we’re the go-to choice for speed, reliability, and expertise.
 
Need results you can rely on? Let’s talk.
 
For a quote contact: info@cansfordlabs.co.uk or call: +44 (0)29 2054 0567

 

 

Certis BioLabs

Providing clarity through affordable drug, alcohol, and DNA testing.
Fast. Reliable. Accredited.

Certis BioLabs Limited delivers court-compliant drug, alcohol, and DNA testing for family law, members of the public, employers, and healthcare providers.
Our focus is on clarity, safeguarding, and trust.
We provide results that meet the highest standards of accuracy and care, whether for legal, workplace, or personal cases.

Here’s why Certis BioLabs is the go-to place for your testing:

  • UKAS-accredited testing across a wide range of drug, alcohol and DNA options.
  • Collections are undertaken by trained and DBS-checked professionals in our own mobile collection units.
  • Highly competitive and flexible prices.
  • Results available within a typical five-working-day timeframe, with a full chain of custody from collection through to reporting.
  • Easy to understand reports that meet UK court requirements.
  • All laboratory findings are reported for your peace of mind.
  • A dedicated Case Manager to manage your instruction from start to finish and provide bespoke support.
  • Access to an extensive list of new and emerging drugs.
  • Compound screening and confirmation if you want to be alerted to the presence of drugs that weren’t originally suspected.

 

 

Class Legal

Class Legal are the trusted leaders in family law knowledge & technology. We specialise in trusted family law books, digital content with intelligent research tools, and professional software written and developed by industry leading experts.
 
With over three decades of experience in the field, we’re driven by our understanding of Family Law. We cater exclusively to the sector, and our annual publications provide guidance that is current, trusted and insightful.
 
From our books to software, our products are trusted by over 700 legal firms & chambers. We’re also dedicated to excellent customer service. Our small and knowledgeable team aims to provide quick access to the assistance or support you require

 

 

Deka Chambers

Deka Chambers boasts a team of specialist family law barristers. We have a strong reputation as approachable and conscientious practitioners who deliver excellent results.


Family law barristers at Deka Chambers offer advice and advocacy in all areas of family practice and regularly appear in the High Court and Court of Appeal.


As members of a multi-disciplinary set of chambers our expertise is complemented by access to practitioners in other specialisms when our cases involve issues in areas of civil or criminal law.


The team is also able to provide advice in writing, remotely by videolink or in person at our modern conference facilities in Chambers, located between the Royal Courts of Justice and the Central Family Court.

 

 

DNA Legal

For over 20 years, DNA has established itself as the UK’s leading provider in exceptional toxicology testing. Our UK-leading expert report interpretations ensure the most accurate representation of service user substance use/misuse across the industry, ensuring justice for families. From drug, alcohol to DNA testing - our dedicated client managers will make your life simple as we organise the entire process for you.

 

 

Expert Witness Gateway

Expert Witness Gateway is transforming the way family law professionals engage with expert witnesses. More than a directory or traditional agency, the Gateway is a secure, security-focused platform that enables solicitors and experts to work together seamlessly from initial enquiry through to report delivery.

Designed specifically for the UK legal sector, the platform provides instant access to expert profiles, CVs, transparent quotations, availability and secure document sharing, all within a single collaborative workspace. Every stage of the instruction is supported by real-time communication, full audit trails and integrated case management, helping legal teams reduce administration while maintaining complete oversight.

Whether a case requires medical, psychological, forensic or specialist professional expertise, Expert Witness Gateway simplifies the process of finding, instructing and collaborating with the right expert. By combining technology with transparency and direct professional engagement, the Gateway is setting a new standard for expert witness instruction in family law.

 

 

Family Law Group

Family Law Group is a specialist family law firm committed to providing high quality legal support to families and individuals when they need it most. With 20 years of experience, 12 offices and around 100 employees, our dedicated team works exclusively in family law, with a strong focus on access to justice and supporting those who may otherwise struggle to access legal advice and representation.


As a legal aid firm, we are proud to support families experiencing some of the most challenging circumstances, including care proceedings, private children matters and domestic abuse. We also provide pro bono clinics and a national out-of-hours family law advice line, available 365 days a year.


We are delighted to support the Family Law Awards and celebrate the exceptional people, teams and organisations making a difference across the family justice sector.

 

 

FOURTEEN

FOURTEEN is a leading family law set in London with a national reputation for excellence. We practice across all areas of family law including private, public, finance, and international.

With dedicated practice teams in children law, family finance, and international family law, FOURTEEN‘s barristers provide specialist representation and advice. We also have a team of experienced dispute-resolution practitioners who offer arbitrations, private FDRs, and Early Neutral Evaluations for financial remedy matters and private law cases relating to children.

 

 

Harbottle & Lewis

We are a dynamic, multifaceted law firm that provides a wide range of legal services to a creative and entrepreneurial client base. We are renowned for our sector specialisms and take a highly collaborative approach, blending expertise, creativity and empathy to provide a uniquely personalised service. 

We partner with the big and the small, from the next big things to the stadium fillers, cutting edge startups to global corporations, early-stage entrepreneurs to established industry leaders, and household names to private individuals and their family offices, 

We have a proven track record of handling complex family law issues with sensitivity and compassion, quietly and efficiently. Ou market-challenging and dynamic team operates at the top of the family law field, acting for high-profile individuals, international clients and entrepreneurs and have advised on some of the most high profile cases in recent years, whether in court or settling under the radar. We help our clients achieve practical and cost-effective solutions, with the minimal amount of stress. 

We provide our clients with a full-service offering, in-house.

 

 

Harcourt Chambers

Harcourt Chambers is a leading family law set, recognised nationally for excellence across the full spectrum of public and private children law, financial remedies, international family law, Court of Protection and non-court dispute resolution.

Harcourt is home to a distinguished team of silks and juniors who combine exceptional advocacy with a modern, client-focused approach to dispute resolution. Alongside its leading silks and senior juniors, Harcourt is recognised for nurturing outstanding junior talent, with members developing impressive practices across all areas of family law from the earliest stages of their careers. As part of its commitment to excellence in advocacy, Harcourt is dedicated to supporting the future of the Bar through mentoring, training and collegiate professional development. Chambers is therefore delighted to sponsor the Young Barrister of the Year Award at the Family Law Awards and to celebrate the outstanding talent and dedication of the next generation of family law practitioners.

 

 

International Family Law Group

The International Family Law Group (IFLG) is a specialist family law practice based in St Paul’s, London, advising clients across the full spectrum of family law.


The team has extensive experience in divorce and financial remedies, children law, relocation and child abduction, as well as surrogacy, adoption, assisted reproduction and fertility law. It also regularly advises on complex matters involving international and cross-border issues.


IFLG works with a wide range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and senior executives, with an emphasis on practical, personal and constructive advice.

 

 

Lextox

At Lextox, we provide hair drug and alcohol testing, blood alcohol testing, DNA testing, SCRAM Continuous Alcohol Monitoring® and ongoing abstinence monitoring for family law cases and childcare proceedings. Our dedicated client mangers provide a hassle-free, fully managed service from start to finish, ensuring you are kept up to date at every stage.


Since Lextox’s inception, we have and continue to set the bar for quality service and have built a client base of over 17,000 family law professionals and local authorities across the UK.

 

 

New Court Chambers

Founded in 1994, New Court Chambers has established itself as one of the UK’s leading sets of Family barristers. We are committed to providing exceptional legal expertise, advocacy, and support to our clients. Based in London, our chambers blends a proud history of excellence with a forward-thinking approach, earning us recognition from our clients and inclusion in Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 as a trusted name in the legal community.


Our team of skilled barristers are dedicated to delivering compassionate, client-focused service while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

 

 

NorthGene

For more than 30 years, NorthGene™ has simplified legal DNA testing from our UK-based, UKAS-accredited laboratories.


As a Ministry of Justice approved laboratory, NorthGene™ delivers court-admissible DNA testing for a broad spectrum of family law and legal matters.  We seamlessly combine deep scientific expertise with the rigorous quality and evidential standards demanded by the courts.

Our DNA Relationship Testing services include:
•    Paternity
•    Maternity
•    Siblingship
•    Grandparentage
•    Avuncular
•    Non-invasive Prenatal Paternity
•    Post-mortem identity

As an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, NorthGene™ delivers dependable results as quickly as the next working day.  We offer competitive pricing fully aligned with Legal Aid Agency rates, alongside flexible nationwide sample collection—frequently arranged within 24 hours.
Beyond our accreditations, it is our highly personal service that sets us apart.


Every NorthGene™ client is partnered with a dedicated Account Manager who shares your urgency for fast, punctual results.  They oversee your entire case—coordinating sample collection, securing the chain of custody, managing paperwork, and providing regular progress updates at every stage.
 

NorthGene™ is proud to support the legal profession and to be a sponsor at this year’s awards.

 

 

OurFamilyWizard

OurFamilyWizard is the world's leading co-parenting communication platform, offering tools that support families in more seamless and successful parenting across separate homes.

Since 2001, more than one million parents and family law practitioners have trusted OurFamilyWizard to help divorced or separated families effectively manage audio and video calls, shared calendars, expenses, messaging, files, and other critical family information.

 

 

Quilter Cheviot

Quilter Cheviot is one of the UK's largest wealth management firms, helping individuals and families manage, grow and preserve their wealth for over 250 years.


We are delighted to be a sponsor of the Family Law Awards 2026 and to have the opportunity to introduce Beyond Settlement Divorce, our recently launched specialist, financial planning-led offering for high-net-worth clients. Working alongside family lawyers, our dedicated team of specialist financial planners and investment managers helps clients navigate the financial complexities of divorce with greater clarity and confidence.


Delivered through a suite of personalised fixed-fee services, our support is underpinned by cashflow modelling and includes needs and disclosure analysis, settlement scenario modelling, offer and counter-offer testing, and guidance on pensions and other complex assets. Our approach also recognises the emotional and vulnerability-related factors that can influence engagement with financial decisions during and after divorce.

 

 

RWK Goodman

RWK Goodman is a law firm which advises clients across a range of specialist commercial, private client, and injury matters from a network of offices located in the South West, Thames Valley, and London.


With a reach stretching from regional to international through the combined expertise of more than 600 people, clients include individuals through to multi-national FTSE and international companies. The firm is a founding member of international independent law firm network Interleges.


RWK Goodman’s Family team are committed to providing their clients with expertise and empathetic legal guidance through some of life's most challenging personal matters, offering sensitive and practical support across all facets of family law.


Comprised of highly experienced solicitors, including Resolution-accredited specialists, children law accredited practitioners, collaborative practitioners, Law Society Children Panel members, a Deputy District Judge and an accredited mediator, the team covers a broad spectrum of complex matters and is one of less than 50 UK firms with an accredited specialist in International Child Abduction.

 

 

St Mary's Chambers

St Mary’s is a specialist family set based in Nottingham. We were the first, and remain the only, specialist family law set based out of London. We have 45 full tenants, two door tenants and several associate members. We offer the full range of family law services, predominantly in the East Midlands, but also into the West Midlands and neighbouring circuits. We are the first-choice chambers for local solicitors in all areas of family law work.

We are actively committed to all areas of family law, providing representation and advisory services to our large client base in both privately funded and legally aided cases. Our commitment is underpinned by our three annual conferences for each key area of family law: Public Law, Private Law and Financial Remedies which are attended by the local Judiciary, solicitors and other family law professionals. We supplement this with monthly webinars and regular in-house roadshows delivered to our clients.

We are routed in the core of legal excellence in the East Midlands. Our reputation far exceeds our ever-increasing size and we are trusted to provide expert advice to a multitude of solicitors and their clients.

 

 

Untangled

Life doesn’t always go to plan. Divorce and probate delays can stop everything. That’s where we come in.


We’re an alternative finance platform helping clients and their advisors move forward when everything else comes to a halt. Our family law, estate and inheritance loans provide funding when it’s needed most - and can help reduce admin, delays and uncertainty. 


No jargon. No hidden costs. We help guide you through complexity, focused on achieving the right outcome for every client. 


All lending is subject to status, eligibility and affordability. Terms apply. Borrowing incurs interest and fees.  


Untangled is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

 

 

Zylpha

Founded in 2004, Zylpha is a leading legal technology company specialising in innovative Court bundling software. The company develops cutting-edge tools designed to streamline the document bundling process, helping legal professionals create compliant, professional Court bundles efficiently and accurately.


Zylpha is trusted by a wide range of legal organisations in family law, from small practices to large firms and public sector legal teams. By combining Court bundling software, PDF Editing tools & Secure Sharing into one easy-to-use platform it significantly reduces the administrative burden associated with building Court compliant bundles in a timely manner. This enables legal professionals to work faster, minimise errors and maintain compliance with ever evolving requirements and guidelines.


Through a combination of innovation, expertise and customer-focused development, the company continues to support legal teams in producing high-quality bundles with confidence.