Katie Audsley
Status Solicitor
Department Family Law
Collaborative Lawyer
Specialities All aspects of family law including (but not limited to) divorce, resolving financial issues, separation, pre-nuptial agreements, child arrangements and domestic abuse
I qualified as a solicitor in 2004 and quickly specialised in family law, which I found suited my client-focused empathetic approach.
It has always been important for me to support people through what can be the most difficult time in their lives to reach solutions for their future.
I am a member of Resolution, which is a nationwide community of family justice professionals who work with families and individuals to resolve issues in a constructive and non-confrontational way, by agreement, where possible. This is an ethos that I subscribe to, as I very much believe it leads to the best long-term outcomes for clients and importantly has the benefit to them of being more cost-effective. I have recently completed Only Mums and Dads Neurodiversity training and Engaging With Fathers training.
I have often found that the problems that families face when relationships break down require help with communication and practical solutions which leave them able to face a more positive future.
That is why it is really important to have access to and consider at an early stage, forms of ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) also known as non-court resolution, such as mediation, integrated mediation and Arbitration. In view of the lengthy delays in the court system and the cost it is essential to have a good working knowledge of these constructive solutions. In terms of career development, I am looking to train as a collaborative lawyer and I’m excited to see where this takes me and what more this will enable me to offer to clients.
If Court proceedings are necessary, I am an experienced advocate and thrive under pressure.
I practice all aspects of family law including divorce, cohabitation, financial arrangements, child arrangements and pre-nuptial agreements. I have experience with cases involving complex issues such as domestic violence, coercive control, high-net worth farming cases and family trusts.
I feel very strongly that a team-based approach can help clients, which is why at Hartlaw LLP we are passionate about ensuring we maintain strong links with other professionals – Pension experts, therapists, expert mediators, financial advisors, mortgage brokers and estate agents. I definitely believe that this reduces the cost and stress to the client and offers an all-round service of trusted professionals who are able to work together and guide clients through to, and plan for, their future.
On a personal note – I play football for a local women’s team, which I absolutely love. I have a lifelong passion for reading and I love to support my daughter in her many sporting endeavours.
I am able to offer a free initial consultation to meet with clients to discuss their requirements and concerns, in person or on Zoom.
What is important to her: Supporting people through what can be one of the most difficult times in their lives, to reach solutions for their future.
