Joanne Houston
Solicitor - Solicitor
SRA ID: 152315
Jo founded Just Family Law in 2010 and has practised as a specialist family lawyer for over 30 years. A member of Resolution, Jo trained as a collaborative lawyer in 2007 and her practice embraces a collaborative approach. The ethos of the firm is to provide workable legal solutions for clients whilst promoting out of court solutions working if required alongside other professionals. Jo has specific experience in dealing with high-net-worth financial remedy proceedings in the High Court dealing with issues relating to business assets, family trusts, ringfencing assets and international aspects. She has led reported cases on international children law issues and aims to deliver advice with compassion, empathy and understanding whilst retaining a pragmatic approach.
Ash-Unit 2, Gander Down Barns, Rodfield Lane, Ovington, SO24 0HS
Licensed for 33 years
Practice Areas
Family Law
- Family Law 100%
8 Client Reviews
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About Joanne Houston
Jo founded Just Family Law in 2010 and has practised as a specialist family lawyer for over 30 years. A member of Resolution, Jo trained as a collaborative lawyer in 2007 and her practice embraces a collaborative approach. The ethos of the firm is to provide workable legal solutions for clients whilst promoting out of court solutions working if required alongside other professionals. Jo has specific experience in dealing with high-net-worth financial remedy proceedings in the High Court dealing with issues relating to business assets, family trusts, ringfencing assets and international aspects. She has led reported cases on international children law issues and aims to deliver advice with compassion, empathy and understanding whilst retaining a pragmatic approach.
Languages Spoken: English, French
Contact Joanne Houston
Address
Just Family Law Limited
Ash-Unit 2
Gander Down Barns
Rodfield Lane
Ovington
SO24 0HS
Phone 01926617240
WebsiteResume
LICENSE
Country
Status
Acquired
Updated
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
01/11/91
21/07/22
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration
Just Family Law Limited
?-present
Divorce/Financial settlement
Joanne provided excellent practical advice and was very supportive throughout the whole process. She actively encouraged us to try and come to a solution between ourselves and thus save the costs of going to court and proved herself to be a very able negotiator. Highly recommended!
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Support of divorce in 21-23
I got good and consistent support, knowledgable and compassionate
Could be more efficient on some adjustments mostly related to legal names etc technicalities
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Simple the best solicitor!
I have been introduced to Joanne Houston,be a friend his name Reece roath
And I'm very happy with first class service
And excellent professional service provide by her and her team ! again excellent .
Lawyer named in this review: Joanne Houston
A representative from Just Family Law Limited responded to this review on 29 November, 2022
Thank you, Leonardo, for leaving us such a great review. This is exactly the type of service we strive for and we are pleased that Joanne was able to assist you. We look forward to working with you again in the future.
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Amazing help and support
Jo was superb in every sense, both on a professional and personal level, I cannot recommend her strongly enough. She made a difficult and traumatic time much smoother and much more straightforward using simple and understandable language. Quite simply she is the best you could ever hope for.
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A representative from Just Family Law Limited responded to this review on 30 August, 2022
Hi Sue, thank you for leaving this excellent review for Joanne, it is greatly appreciated. We are so pleased you were happy with the personal & professional service you received. Thanks again for taking the time to share your feedback.
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Skills are second to none
My thanks to Jo Houston principle at 'Just Family Law' for navigating me through the most difficult time of my life. Jo’s professionalism mixed with her compassion and empathy was a real comfort to me. In addition, her skill in writing up impactful witness statements is second to none!
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Staff are superb
Joanne Houston at Just Family law is professional and compassionate, and her staff are superb.
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I am a huge fan
I am a huge fan of the amazing work Jo Houston does at Just Family Law, I would highly recommend them to others
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Jo’s professionalism was a real comfort to me
My thanks to Jo Houston principle at 'Just Family Law' for navigating me through the most difficult time of my life. Jo’s professionalism mixed with her compassion and empathy was a real comfort to me. In addition, her skill in writing up impactful witness statements is second to none
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