Kate Sarsfield

Partner - Family Solicitor

kms@winstonsolicitors.co.uk

Kate Sarsfield is a highly experienced family lawyer with thirty years of specialist practice. She qualified in 1995 and has built an extensive career across leading family law environments, including ten years at Stowe Family Law, followed by a decade running her own successful practice, before returning to Stowe Family Law for a further ten years. Her background equips her to advise confidently on complex and high value family matters.

Kate is an established member of Resolution and is known for her clear, straightforward advice. She supports clients who are experiencing the strain of relationship breakdowns, financial disputes and children matters, offering a combination of empathy, practical guidance and firm direction when needed. Her approach is centred on ensuring clients feel listened to, informed and fully supported throughout the process.

She has specific experience in cases involving international elements. A notable achievement includes acting for a client based in Singapore where the children had been taken unilaterally to the UK. Kate successfully secured an order for the children to return to Singapore, demonstrating her capability in managing challenging cross border family issues.

Kate takes pride in helping clients regain clarity and confidence during periods of uncertainty. She often explains that divorce can feel like a rollercoaster, with highs and lows, but the process will settle and clients can move forward to rebuild their lives with stability and renewed focus.

Client feedback

Can’t thank Harriet and Hannah from the Family Law department enough for their help and support while navigating a difficult year. Their professionalism was second to none - I would recommend Winton Solicitors to any and all seeking legal advice.

Sally

Excellent communications and always dealt with matters in a timely manner. Winston Solicitors was recommended to me and I would also recommend then.

Anonymous

Winston solicitors were very caring an concerned from the start of the process from learning about my situation an worries They were professional throughout with regular calls and updates, and explained in detail the steps needed to take to get things resolved

Richard

I cannot recommend Winston's highly enough. My case in question was extremely long, convoluted and complex. Yet Winston's and in particular Harriet Reid and Emily Bell, proved to be more than up to the task. Sticking to and sifting through the facts and presenting the evidence, despite volumes of irrelevant information being thrown at them. The results achieved in court, were a true testament to their skill dedication, knowledge and understanding of the subject at hand.

David

Wendy Campbell supported me throughout my divorce, firstly with financial settlements and then again with family matters regarding children. I can't thank her enough and would recommend to anyone who finds themselves in this position. Thank you. - September 2025

J Hall, Barnsley

Very easy to make an appointment, and the advice given was presented in a manner that a layman can understand and all questions answered to my satisfaction. have no hesitation in recommending if you need to use their service.

Anonymous

I moved my divorce to Teresa and Judith from another solicitor that I did not have confidence in and what a difference. Their sensitivity and understanding got me through one of the worst times of my life. Their guidance, support and knowledge through the whole drawn out process is so appreciated. Together we managed to achieve a fair settlement. Teresa and Judith absolutely know what they are doing. I cannot recommend them enough.

Pauline

Outstanding Legal Support from Start to Finish:From my initial call to the resolution of my case, the firm and its staff demonstrated exceptional professionalism and care. I would particularly like to commend Mrs Harriet Reid, a family solicitor whose dedication and expertise were instrumental in achieving a successful outcome.Despite having less than ten days to prepare, Mrs Reid devoted considerable time and attention to my case. Her legal knowledge, strategic insight, and empathetic approach were of the highest calibre. She displayed remarkable skill in preparing the case for my counsel, ensuring every detail was meticulously addressed.If I ever require legal representation again, I know exactly where to turn.

Anonymous

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