Victoria Batstone
Senior associate
Victoria is a senior associate in the family team based in Guildford. She is an empathetic and pragmatic family law solicitor, specialising in all aspects of private family work.
She advises on issues arising from relationship breakdown, including divorce, financial remedies, nuptial agreements, injunctive proceedings, and children matters. Her expertise extends to high-net-worth family cases, often involving complex international, offshore, or financial elements. In her children work, Victoria has acted in high-conflict cases both within England and across borders, including applications for international relocation and child abduction. She also advises on legal parentage disputes, bringing clarity and reassurance to clients navigating these sensitive matters.
I listen carefully to understand what matters most to clients. My advice is honest and pragmatic, even when it’s hard to hear, so that your family law matters are resolved with minimal stress and cost. I make complex issues manageable and will support you with empathy and fairness throughout.
Known for her open and approachable manner, Victoria is trusted by clients to provide realistic, solution-focused advice. Her collaborative approach and ability to distil complex legal issues into clear guidance make her a valued advisor. Victoria is Resolution Accredited for private children and complex financial remedy matters, and is recommended in the Legal 500. She is a founding member of the Child Abduction Lawyers Association, a committee member of Surrey Young Resolution, and a member of the Association of Women Solicitors Surrey. She regularly shares her expertise through articles published in the Financial Times, Family Law Week, Legal Futures, and the Law Society Gazette.
Recent work highlights
Protection of inherited wealth
Complex divorce with international elements
High-conflict children dispute
Reported international children cases
External recognition
What our clients are saying
I was dealt with by Victoria Batstone whom I can’t recommend highly enough. Victoria was always friendly, motivated and committed, and made the whole long process of my divorce an easier experience.
Victoria Batstone is organised, intelligent and quick to grasp issues.
Victoria Batstone is hard working and diligent in her approach. She also clearly understands family law, including child matters. I couldn’t ask for a more informed and supportive solicitor.
