Robert Williams is an owner/Director who specialises in family law. He is a Collaborative Lawyer, Deputy District Judge, Family Law Arbitrator and a member of Resolution.
Robert sits as a Deputy District Judge on the South Eastern Circuit in the County Court and Family Court. He has been appointed by the President of the Family Division to deal with private law cases involving children. He is also a Family Law Arbitrator and Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
Robert specialises in finances following a relationship breakdown, whether by separation, divorce, or dissolution of civil partnership.
Having qualified in 1994 with First Class Honours in the Solicitors Final Examinations, Robert was formerly head of the family department and Training Partner at a regional legal firm from 2001-2010 prior to setting up Family Law Partners with Alan Larkin.
Robert focuses on the strategic issues in each case he works on and ensures that all his clients look at ways of managing the risks associated with relationship breakdowns.
Recognised consistently by Chambers UK as a Leading Expert in family law, Robert is a Senior Statesperson in the 2026 edition with the following feedback:
“He has his finger on the pulse and he gives everything for his clients. He is always fully prepared and is a great tactician,”
“Robert Williams has seen everything that there is to see in family law and is a sensible, calming, wise presence.”
“Robert is a very experienced lawyer. He’s skilful and tactical, fights his client’s corner and is an opponent to respect.”
In 2025 he was admitted into the Legal 500 UK Hall of Fame, in recognition of having received constant praise from their clients and peers for continued excellence. The commentary about Robert has included: “Robert Williams is an opponent who garners respect. He is clever, innovative and skilled in a range of ADR.”
Previous client feedback in earlier editions has included “Robert Williams is a collaborative family lawyer; my divorce was less than amicable but despite this, Robert did not give up and we eventually reached a collaborative agreement. Many other lawyers in his position might have given up on the collaborative process but Robert made it work!”
Robert’s SRA number: 163374
He enjoys spending time with his family and dogs, walking on the Downs, watching United, playing golf and meditation.
he leaves no stone unturned in advancing a client's case
"Robert is a thoughtful, experienced and tactical lawyer who 'remains calm and sensible at the most distressing times while giving clear and understandable advice'."
