Solicitor at Barcan+Kirby LLP

Tom Powles

Solicitor - Partner

SRA ID: 318792

Tom has practiced family law since he qualified in 2003. Since then, he has developed specialisms in multiple areas of family law, including children, and he heads up our Children team. Tom also regularly helps clients in separating their finances following the end of a relationship or marriage and continues to represent children in public law cases. In addition, Tom advises in relation to matters concerning Domestic Abuse. Tom advises on surrogacy queries and assists clients on parental orders, donor conception and separation, as well as other LGBTQ+ matters. Tom is a member of the Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and is a Resolution accredited specialist. Until very recently, he was also a qualified family mediator and now utilises those skills when seeking to establish a non-contentious approach towards family matters, where appropriate.

36 High Street, Thornbury, BS35 2AJ

Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas

Family Law

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25 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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Tina
Tina Added 8 months ago Report to admin
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March 09, 2024 20240309154949

Other

5

Tom was very professional and helped me through an awkward time. Communication was excellent and the content of every email was very detailed and informative. Charlotte was also very helpful and supportive.

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 11 March, 2024

Thank you for your review, Tina. We are glad we were able to assist you during this time.

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Helen
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February 22, 2024 20240222160740

Family

5

Tom provided me with helpful advice over a long period of time as and when I needed it. He was clear, kind and caring and I understood the implications for all decision making. I would recommend Tom and would use him for advice should I ever need it again. He was responsive when I needed it most. His secretary was also always helpful.

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 22 February, 2024

Thank you for your review, Helen.

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Michael Lacy
Michael Lacy Added 1 year ago Report to admin
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January 23, 2023 20230123125439

Family

5

We have recieved excellent service with B&K, To in the Kingswood team has listened to our case and gave sound advice through our whole process and was able to put our thoughts and case into written form to get us a favorable outcome.

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 24 January, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review, Michael. We are so pleased we could help you with your matter.

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Gary Headington
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January 14, 2023 20230114104007

Family

5

I found Tom Powles & Barcan+Kirby very helpful from the initial consultation right through to the end of the process and i was kept informed of all the developments in a clear and concise manner which is so important in what can be a very traumatic time thus putting your mind at ease knowing this is the case.

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 16 January, 2023

Thank you for your positive review, Gary. We wish you all the best.

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Michael Lacy
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July 25, 2022 20220725083859

Family

5

I am really happy with the service received from Tom and the whole team at B&C. From the outset there was a clear strategy with a very personable approach which gave me and my family confidence with our case, we were able to achieve a fantastic result too with the support of Tom and his team.

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 25 July, 2022

Thank you, Michael.

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Julie Ede
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April 05, 2019 20190405150759

Family

5

The service I received from Barcan+Kirby was second to none. I felt fully supported at all times and was always dealt within sympathetically and promptly. I would not hesitate to recommend Kirsten Hale or Tom Powles. I cant thank them enough for their understanding and professional manner.

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December 16, 2018 20181216201501

Family

5

Thank you to Tom for all his guidance even tho we meet a brick wall.

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Eleanor
Verified Eleanor Added 6 years ago Report to admin
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September 06, 2018 20180906211502

Family

5

Over all I was very happy with the service I received from Barcan + Kirby, And Tom Powles in particular. He helped me understand what was happening at each stage, which helped me to make an informed decision about what I should do.

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Andrew
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August 04, 2017 20170804211501

Family

5

Tom, I would just like to take this opportunity to thank you for your help in securing me access to my children last year. I have enjoyed contact with my daughter as set out in the contact order , with some minor upsets but on the whole quite successful.

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Adam
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October 27, 2024
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Adam

5

I approached Tom at Barcan & Kirby when I needed to apply for a divorce. I had little to no knowledge of the process and he took the time to explain everything and at no point did I feel I was being pressured into using his services. The communication was always good and at all times he tried to keep his costs down as much as he could given the circumstances. I needed a clean break order and he took care of everything other than what I had to apply for via the government website. All in all I was very happy with the process and although hopefully I’ll never be in the position to use him again I would highly recommended him and his services to anyone who needs it.

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 28 October, 2024

Thank you so much for your feedback, Adam. We're glad Tom could help and wish you all the best for the future.

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Matt
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October 07, 2024
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Matt

5

I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Tom Powles and the family law team. Throughout what has undoubtedly been the most challenging time of my life, Tom was there every step of the way, offering invaluable advice and support. His calm, professional, and reassuring approach made an immense difference, providing me with much-needed confidence and clarity at every turn. I truly appreciate the dedication and hard work Tom put into my case. I don’t believe we would have achieved the positive outcome we did without his expertise and steadfast representation. I am incredibly grateful.

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 08 October, 2024

Thank you so much for this lovely feedback, Matt. We're glad that Tom and the team were able to support you during such a difficult time. We wish you all the best for the future.

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Sam
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February 23, 2024
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Sam

5

Tom provided sound, realistic and professional advice and service at every stage. Tom ensured I was always made aware and kept up to date with everything, including likely costs, which was extremely helpful and honest approach. Thank you and I would highly recommend.

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A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 26 February, 2024

Thank you, Sam, for this lovely feedback.

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James
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James

5

Tom at Barcan + Kirby has been nothing short of superb! During a very difficult, sensitive & testing process, Tom secured the best result for us as a family. The knowledge and compassion shown during the process was incredible. We will be forever grateful to Tom and Barcan + Kirby. Thanks

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 17 August, 2023

Thank you, James. We're glad that Tom could support you during this difficult time and wish you all the best for the future.

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A client

5

Tom Powles a very knowledgable solicitor and made me feel at easy at every opportunity. His recommendations of representatives for specific hearings were great and always kept in touch for reassurance and updates. I highly recommend Tom Powles, B+K as a whole, I am glad i chose them to represent me in such difficult times. Tom is to the point and does not cut corners, alongside working towards what his clients want. Tom’s advice is realistic and sets out a plan in detail to how you can get the outcome you need or want.

Lawyer named in this review: Tom Powles

A representative from Barcan+kirby LLP responded to this review on 10 August, 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely, detailed review. We appreciate your feedback!

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About Tom Powles

Tom has practiced family law since he qualified in 2003. Since then, he has developed specialisms in multiple areas of family law, including children, and he heads up our Children team. Tom also regularly helps clients in separating their finances following the end of a relationship or marriage and continues to represent children in public law cases. In addition, Tom advises in relation to matters concerning Domestic Abuse. Tom advises on surrogacy queries and assists clients on parental orders, donor conception and separation, as well as other LGBTQ+ matters. Tom is a member of the Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme and is a Resolution accredited specialist. Until very recently, he was also a qualified family mediator and now utilises those skills when seeking to establish a non-contentious approach towards family matters, where appropriate.

Languages Spoken: English

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Barcan+Kirby LLP

36 High Street

Thornbury

BS35 2AJ



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03/11/03

12/04/22

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

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