Buy-side Advisory to Stowe Family Law

Date published:12/01/2026

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BTG advises Stowe Family Law on its acquisition of Watson Thomas

Stowe Family Law (Stowe), backed by Livingbridge Private Equity, is the UK’s largest specialist family law firm, with a network of over 60 offices and more than 120 specialist family lawyers.

About the deal:

Stowe acquired Watson Thomas, a niche family law firm with offices in London, Surrey and Hampshire as part of its acquisition strategy to strengthen its nationwide presence and enhance the firm’s footprint across Southern England.

How we added value

Mapped the market and developed a pipeline of acquisition opportunities, originating the Watson Thomas opportunity
Advised Stowe on the valuation and structuring of the deal to deliver an optimal solution for all stakeholders
Project managed and supported Stowe through the due diligence and legal phases to successful completion

Stowe is at the start of its acquisition journey. The team at BTG are an essential part of our M&A team. They provide great support across the process; helping articulate our M&A strategy, activating our pipeline, including originating this opportunity, and also by providing valuable advice and guidance in relation to our approach to specific opportunities, such as Watson Thomas.

Ken Fowlie, Chairman, Stowe Family Law

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