Family Law in Partnership

What Family Law in Partnership does

Family Law in Partnership (FLiP) is a London-based boutique law firm founded in 1995, operating as a private limited company (Family Law in Partnership Ltd) registered in England and Wales. The firm specialises exclusively in family law, with a particular focus on high-net-worth individuals, complex international matters, and cases involving cross-border assets, trusts, business interests, and child arrangements. FLiP serves affluent individuals and families navigating divorce, separation, civil partnership dissolution, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and unmarried-couple disputes, and explicitly does not offer legal aid or public-law children work. The team is structured around nine directors supported by senior associates, associates, consultants, in-house therapists, and mediators, with multilingual capability across French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Welsh.

FLiP's core technical and methodological assets are its proprietary process frameworks: FLiP Settle, a fixed-price (£7,500 per person) multi-disciplinary offering that combines a mediator, counsellor, and arbitrator into a single integrated engagement, and FLiP Together, an SRA-approved 'One Couple, One Lawyer' model in which a single solicitor advises both parties jointly. Beyond these frameworks, the firm operates across the full dispute-resolution stack—mediation, arbitration, collaborative practice, solicitor-led negotiation, and litigation—and layers in therapeutic support via in-house qualified therapists. The platform is supported by digital tools including a Settify-powered online intake questionnaire (flip.settify.co.uk) and a Maintenance Indexation Calculator, plus content platforms (Divorce Diaries, Divorce Toolkit, Wellbeing Hub) and multilingual digital presence.

The business model is professional services revenue with both hourly billing and fixed-fee packages. Primary revenue streams are legal representation in divorce and family matters, the FLiP Settle package, FLiP Together fees, arbitration (from £2,500 plus VAT), MIAM mediation assessment meetings (£220 plus VAT), in-house therapeutic and counselling services, and prenuptial/postnuptial agreement drafting. Go-to-market is direct-to-client, supported by professional referrals, legal directory rankings (Chambers High Net Worth, Chambers UK, Legal 500, Spear's, Citywealth), thought-leadership content, and partnerships with international networks including the International Academy of Family Lawyers. The firm is privately held with no disclosed external investment, and is consistently ranked as a top-tier boutique family law practice in the UK.

Name

Family Law in Partnership

Legal name

Family Law in Partnership Ltd

Website

https://flip.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Family Law in Partnership (FLiP) is a London-based boutique law firm specialising in high-net-worth family law, including divorce, international family matters, child arrangements, prenuptial agreements, mediation, and arbitration, with proprietary FLiP Settle and FLiP Together process frameworks and in-house therapeutic support.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Family Law Services

NAICS

Offices of Lawyers (541110)

SIC

Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro primary industry

Family & Private Client (Trusts & Estates) Law (BPAHAAAK)

Keywords

• Family law services
• Divorce mediation
• Child arrangements law
• International family law
• Family arbitration

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Legal Representation Services: Traditional legal advice and representation in family law matters including divorce, separation, child arrangements, financial settlements, and international family law. Billed through hourly rates or fixed fee arrangements depending on service type.
2. FLiP Settle Package: Fixed-price bundled service combining mediation, therapeutic counselling, and arbitration support. Standard package costs £7,500 per person (£15,000 per couple) including VAT. Covers anchor meetings, mediation sessions, counselling sessions, court form fees, and Parenting After Parting course access.
3. FLiP Together - One Couple One Lawyer: Joint legal advisory service where one lawyer represents both parties. Fees charged on an 'as you go' basis throughout the process.
4. Arbitration Services: Arbitration fees for dispute resolution outside court. FLiP Settle arbitration fees start from £2,500 plus VAT. MIAM meetings charged at £220 plus VAT per meeting.
5. Therapeutic and Counselling Services: In-house divorce consultancy and relationship therapy services supporting clients through separation. Provided alongside legal services.
6. Pre and Post Nuptial Agreement Services: Legal drafting and advisory services for prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, often delivered through collaborative or mediation-based approaches.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Family Law in Partnership (FLiP) is a London-based boutique family law firm that provides legal representation, mediation, arbitration, and collaborative practice services for divorce, separation, child arrangements, and financial settlements. The firm integrates in-house therapeutic and counselling support alongside its legal services, and offers proprietary process frameworks such as FLiP Settle and FLiP Together to address complex family law matters for high-net-worth individuals and international families.

Product overview

Family Law in Partnership (FLiP) is a London-based family law firm offering a comprehensive suite of legal and support services for individuals and couples navigating divorce, separation, and family disputes. The firm operates as a unified platform combining legal expertise (solicitors, mediators, arbitrators) with therapeutic support (in-house therapists and relationship counsellors). Core service modules include FLiP Settle (multi-disciplinary dispute resolution combining mediator, counsellor, and arbitrator), FLiP Together (one couple one lawyer model), Family Mediation, Arbitration, and Collaborative Practice. Specialised legal services cover Divorce & Separation, Finances on Divorce, Child Arrangements, International Divorce, Pre/Post Nuptial Agreements, Same Sex Relationships, Unmarried Couples, Varying Maintenance, and Abuse in Relationships. Digital support tools include a Maintenance Indexation Calculator, Divorce Diaries platform, Divorce Toolkit, and Wellbeing Hub. The firm is distinguished by its holistic approach integrating legal process options with emotional and practical support services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FLiP Settle: A process bringing together mediator, counsellor and arbitrator to address legal, relationship and practical issues for separating couples
• FLiP Together

Products and services

• FLiP Settle FLiP Settle is a proprietary multi-disciplinary process that brings together a mediator, counsellor, and arbitrator to address legal, relationship, and practical issues for separating couples. Delivered as a fixed-price package of £7,500 per person including VAT.
• FLiP Together - One Couple, One Lawyer FLiP Together is a One Couple, One Lawyer model where a single FLiP lawyer advises both partners jointly to reach an agreed outcome, combining legal advice with mediation skills. Approved by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, with fees charged on an as-you-go basis.
• Family Mediation Family Mediation service where a neutral facilitator helps couples explore solutions together on legal, financial, and parenting matters without court involvement, including child-inclusive mediation.
• Arbitration Voluntary dispute resolution process where couples jointly appoint a specialist family arbitrator to make binding decisions on financial or children matters, providing a faster and more private alternative to court proceedings.
• Collaborative Practice Collaborative Practice is a process where each party has their own collaboratively-trained lawyer, committing to resolve issues without court involvement, supported by financial planners and other experts.
• Court Litigation Court-based dispute resolution for family law cases where agreement cannot be reached through other processes, including financial remedies and children proceedings.
• Divorce and Separation Legal advice and support for divorce applications, process guidance, financial settlements, and child arrangements under the no-fault divorce framework.
• Finances on Divorce and Separation Expert advice on financial settlements, asset division, property arrangements, pension sharing, and maintenance calculations on divorce, with fixed fee arrangements available.
• Child Arrangements and Parenting Legal guidance on child arrangements orders, parental responsibility, relocation applications, and child-inclusive mediation services for separating parents.
• International Divorce and Family Issues Specialist advice on cross-border family law matters including jurisdiction disputes, recognition of foreign marriages and divorces, international children issues, and offshore asset structures.
• Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements Legal drafting and negotiation of pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements to protect assets and define financial arrangements before or during marriage.
• Same Sex Relationships Legal advice for same-sex couples on civil partnerships, same-sex marriage, divorce, parental orders, and international recognition.
• Separation of Unmarried Couples Legal guidance for cohabiting couples on property rights, financial claims, and children matters following relationship breakdown, including cohabitation agreements.
• Abuse in Relationships Legal support for victims of domestic abuse including non-molestation orders, occupation orders, and safety planning.
• Varying Maintenance Payments Advice on varying, extending, or terminating maintenance orders including indexation calculations and court applications.
• Therapy and Support In-house therapeutic support including relationship therapy, divorce counselling, and coaching provided by qualified therapists Jo Harrison and Andrew Pearce.
• Solicitor-Led Negotiation and Private FDRs Arm's length solicitor-led negotiations and private financial dispute resolution hearings to resolve divorce and separation matters, potentially within or outside court proceedings.

Quantifiable outcome

• FLiP Settle can resolve matters in months vs. 1-2 years for court proceedings
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFLiP Directors Elizabeth Hicks and David Allison are members of IAFL, a prestigious global network of family lawyers selected for international expertise. The firm has access to IAFL's global network for coordinating cross-border family law matters with recommended lawyers in other countries.
• American Bar Association, International Law SectionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDirector David Allison is a member of the ABA International Law Section, providing connections for international family law work particularly with US jurisdictions.
• UK & Ireland LGBT Family Law InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDirector David Allison is a member of this institute focused on LGBT family law issues, supporting FLiP's expertise in same-sex relationship matters.
• International Academy of Collaborative PractitionerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFLiP is a member of this global network of collaborative law practitioners, supporting their pioneering collaborative practice in the UK.
• The Parent PracticeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFLiP partners with The Parent Practice for the Parenting After Parting course, an online e-learning program with bespoke coaching sessions with founder Elaine Halligan.
• Foreign Family Law Firms (Global Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFLiP maintains relationships with expert family lawyers worldwide through IAFL network and direct connections. Members travel to international conferences to build relationships and learn about different legal systems.
• Accountants, Tax Advisers, IFAs, Mortgage Brokers, ActuariesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFLiP has established relationships with financial specialists including accountants, tax advisers, independent financial advisers, mortgage brokers, and actuaries to support complex financial settlements.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Boodle Hatfield: London-based boutique private client law firm with a strong family law practice serving HNW individuals. Comparable boutique scale, similar HNW focus, and overlapping practice areas in family law, private client, and property.
• Payne Hicks Beach: Long-established London-based law firm with a strong family law practice serving HNW and high-profile clients. Competes directly with FLiP in London HNW divorce, prenuptial agreements, and children matters, and is consistently ranked alongside FLiP in Chambers HNW.
• Burgess Mee Family Law: London-based boutique family law firm founded by ex-FLiP partners, offering HNW divorce and family law services. Direct boutique competitor with comparable HNW focus and similar service model, particularly in mediation and collaborative practice.
• Vardags: London-based boutique family law firm founded by Ayesha Vardag, specializing in HNW divorce, international family law, and high-value financial settlements. Direct competitor in the same niche with comparable service model, similar HNW client focus, and competing for the same Chambers HNW rankings.

Broad incumbents

• Withers: International law firm with a significant family law practice serving HNW and UHNW clients globally. Larger full-service firm with comparable HNW family law expertise, particularly in international and trust-related matters.
• Mishcon de Reya: Major London-based law firm with a well-known family law department serving HNW clients. Larger full-service Magic Circle-adjacent firm with broader practice areas (corporate, real estate, private client) but competes directly with FLiP for HNW family law work.
• Hugh James: Wales and England-based law firm with a significant family law department including HNW work. Larger full-service firm competing for family law matters with similar international and complex financial expertise.
• Stewarts Law: Top 30 UK law firm with a strong family law practice, particularly HNW financial remedy and children cases. Larger full-service firm with similar HNW family law focus but broader practice areas including commercial litigation, personal injury, and corporate.
• Penningtons Manches Cooper: UK law firm with a substantial family law team serving HNW clients across London and the South East. Larger full-service firm with comparable family law expertise and overlapping client base in HNW divorce and financial settlements.

Regional players

• Stowe Family Law: UK's largest specialist family law firm with multiple offices across England and Wales. Focuses on family law only (similar to FLiP) but serves a broader client base and multiple regions, making it a more accessible but less HNW-specialized competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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