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.

 

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

Meet OUR people
Family Team
The Family team at Mullis & Peake LLP Solicitors has recently doubled in size to reflect continued success and demand for services in this area. Our family team is hugely experienced and is able to advise on a wide range of legal issues that affect couples and families.
Meet our people
Family Law Paralegal

Pearl Wright

Joining Mullis & Peake in July 2024, Pearl is a Paralegal in our Family team.
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Consultant

Alison Brotherton

Previously working at Wells Solicitors, Alison is now a consultant at Mullis & Peake and is a family law specialist.
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Solicitor

Jaspreet Burrha

Jaspreet is a Solicitor in our Family team
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Solicitor

Callie Nimki

Callie is a Solicitor in our family team
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Consultant

Roisin McCorry

Roisin McCorry has over 30 years’ experience as a solicitor dealing with all aspects of contentious litigation, but specialising in family law. 

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Family Law Paralegal

Jenny Waite

Joining Mullis & Peake in 2007, Jenny was appointed as a Paralegal in 2015 and works as part of our Family and Divorce Law team.
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Insights from Jessica Thrower

Family & Divorce, Legal
The Case for Considering a Prenuptial Agreement
Sep 9, 2024
Family & Divorce, Legal
Why Might you Need a Pension Report?
Sep 9, 2024
Family & Divorce, Legal, Family law
Making arrangements for your children over the festive period
Oct 25, 2022
Family Mediation, Legal, Family Mediation
Should children be involved in the mediation process?
Jun 22, 2022