Head of Family
Jessica Thrower
Jessica is the Head of Family and has specialised in family law throughout her career
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Get to know Jessica
Jessica has been working exclusively in family law for almost 20 years and undertakes cases in all areas including complex finances and children matters as well as more specialised areas such as cohabitation disputes, foreign property and business assets. Jessica can deal with all aspects of court proceedings including emergency applications, fact finding and final hearings through to appeals.
Friendly and approachable, Jessica gives each individual client tailored advice and support throughout the duration of the case.
To be able to offer you the best service, Jessica became accredited as a Family Mediator in 2018 with FMCA status. Mediation is ideal for you if you hope to avoid the court process.
As a strong negotiator, Jessica will never unnecessarily commence court proceedings, she works on the basis that it is in your best interests to make your own decisions. She will offer realistic advice and support so you can make the right decisions based on your individual circumstances.
Jessica is well liked and respected amongst her peers and the local family solicitors’ network.
In the Legal 500 2023 she is described as “Jessica Thrower is a trained mediator with an eye on resolution of disputes through mediation and collaboration and yet robust, direct and pragmatic when court action is required. Particularly skilled in private children law disputes”.
In the Legal 500 2024 a client said: “Jessica Thrower is a committed and reliable practitioner. Her clients speak very positively about her. She provides sensible and reliable legal advice and assistance.”
In the Legal 500 2025 a contact commented: “Jessica Thrower is a committed lawyer who goes the extra mile for her clients. Her legal knowledge and tactical case planning is excellent. Jessica is very organised and always responds to communications quickly and effectively. I would recommend Jessica to anyone in need of representation.”
As well as: “Jessica Thrower is a great family lawyer and mediator.”
Outside of work
Outside of work Jessica enjoys reading, attending musical events and festivals, as well as socialising with friends and family.
Accreditations & Memberships
Get to know Jessica
Jessica has been working exclusively in family law for almost 20 years and undertakes cases in all areas including complex finances and children matters as well as more specialised areas such as cohabitation disputes, foreign property and business assets. Jessica can deal with all aspects of court proceedings including emergency applications, fact finding and final hearings through to appeals.
Friendly and approachable, Jessica gives each individual client tailored advice and support throughout the duration of the case.
To be able to offer you the best service, Jessica became accredited as a Family Mediator in 2018 with FMCA status. Mediation is ideal for you if you hope to avoid the court process.
As a strong negotiator, Jessica will never unnecessarily commence court proceedings, she works on the basis that it is in your best interests to make your own decisions. She will offer realistic advice and support so you can make the right decisions based on your individual circumstances.
Jessica is well liked and respected amongst her peers and the local family solicitors’ network.
In the Legal 500 2023 she is described as “Jessica Thrower is a trained mediator with an eye on resolution of disputes through mediation and collaboration and yet robust, direct and pragmatic when court action is required. Particularly skilled in private children law disputes”.
In the Legal 500 2024 a client said: “Jessica Thrower is a committed and reliable practitioner. Her clients speak very positively about her. She provides sensible and reliable legal advice and assistance.”
In the Legal 500 2025 a contact commented: “Jessica Thrower is a committed lawyer who goes the extra mile for her clients. Her legal knowledge and tactical case planning is excellent. Jessica is very organised and always responds to communications quickly and effectively. I would recommend Jessica to anyone in need of representation.”
As well as: “Jessica Thrower is a great family lawyer and mediator.”
Outside of work
Outside of work Jessica enjoys reading, attending musical events and festivals, as well as socialising with friends and family.