"I used SMR Solicitors for both a sale and purchase. The whole process from beginning to end was handled professionally. Jannette Luker took care of the conveyancing for both. Moving home is stressful however with SMR I never felt there would be a problem that Jannette could not solve. I would thoroughly recommend this company."
Anon"We dealt with Emma Kelly and are so pleased with how professional, hard working and quick she was throughout the whole process of our move. We would never use any other solicitors. Thank you so much for making this daunting and stressful process so easy!"
Anon"I mostly worked with Caroline Barnes. She is compassionate, professional, approachable and fills one with confidence. She takes her time to explain procedures, so that the person fully understands what it being said. I cannot praise her highly enough. I unreservedly recommend the SMR Solicitors branch in Selsey."
Anon"I can highly recommend SMR. I’ve worked with them for over the past 2 years, making the process of sorting our parents finances, houses and paperwork run smoothly with conveyancing and probate. They were always available at the end of the phone efficient, professional and reassuring. Can’t recommend them enough."
Anon
Ruth Harding
Ruth is a Family Solicitor at SMR and is based at our Chichester office.
She qualified as a solicitor in 2020 and is a member of Resolution and the Law Society, reflecting her commitment to best practice and client-focused solutions. Prior to joining our firm, Ruth gained experience at a well-established practice in Worthing and also worked as a consultant, providing her with a broad perspective on family law matters. She completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) in 2020.
Ruth provides clear, practical advice to clients during often difficult and emotional times, focusing on achieving fair and workable solutions. She handles a wide range of family law matters, including:
- Divorce and civil partnership dissolution
- Private children disputes
- Child arrangement orders
- Change of name deeds
- Pre and post-nuptial agreements
- Non-molestation and occupation orders
- Cohabitation disputes
- Separation agreements
- Financial matters on divorce and separation
Ruth is known for her empathetic approach and attention to detail, ensuring clients feel supported and informed at every stage. Her goal is to help clients navigate family law matters confidently, with practical solutions tailored to their individual circumstances.
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