Family Law

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What is the Family Law Accreditation Scheme?

The Family Law Accreditation Scheme covers all types of family law work, except public law Children Act work, which is covered by the Children Law Accreditation Scheme.

Members will have shown, to the satisfaction of the Law Society, that they have and will maintain a high level of knowledge, skills, experience and practice in the area of family law.

Further details can be found in our Family Law Accreditation Scheme Guidance [PDF, 156kb].

Who's a member?

To view all current members of our Family Law Accreditation Scheme download a list of members [PDF, 1.0mb], this list is updated each month. Members of the public can also search accredited members through our accreditation site search.

How do I apply?

The general scheme application criteria and guidance [PDF, 121kb] is applicable to all Law Society accreditation schemes and should be read before starting the application process.

In order to complete the application process for the Family Law Accreditation Scheme, please follow the steps below:

1. Read the Family Law Accreditation Scheme Guidance [PDF, 156kb]
2. Download and complete the following forms:
   • Section 1 - about your firm [Word, 75kb]
   • Section 2 - about you [Word, 67kb]
3. Download and complete the appropriate Section 3:
   • Section 3 - initial application [Word, 120kb]
   • Section 3 - re-accreditation [Word, 77kb]
4. Check the Law Society Accreditation Scheme fee schedule [PDF, 66kb] for fee information.
5. Print, sign and post forms with the appropriate fee to the address below.

Completed forms should be sent to:

Law Society Operations Admin
The Law Society
113 Chancery lane
London
WC2A 1PL

DX 56 London Chancery Lane