Ruth Harding

Ruth Harding

Family

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.