Family law matters are often deeply personal, emotionally charged, and legally intricate. At Smith & Partners LP, we approach each case with sensitivity, professionalism, and strategic foresight. We represent individuals and families in a wide range of domestic and matrimonial matters including divorce, child custody and access, spousal and child maintenance, adoption, surrogacy, paternity disputes, legal guardianship, and enforcement of family court orders.

We recognize that no two families are alike, and we tailor our legal strategies to suit each client’s unique needs. Whether it's negotiating amicable settlements or litigating complex disputes, we focus on protecting our clients' rights and securing the best possible outcomes for them and their loved ones.

One of our partners was part of the legal team at a leading Lagos law firm that successfully represented a high-profile business executive in a contested divorce involving multi-jurisdictional asset division and international custody rights. The case required delicate handling of confidentiality issues, media scrutiny, and complex financial disclosures.

We are currently advising a foreign couple resident in Nigeria on the legal processes surrounding surrogacy, including drafting the gestational carrier agreement, advising on parental orders, and coordinating with relevant government agencies to ensure proper registration of the child post-birth.

Our firm recently assisted a Nigerian client in recovering custody of his minor children after a prolonged dispute involving parental abduction and relocation to another jurisdiction. We engaged in negotiations with international family law practitioners and successfully obtained a High Court order for the lawful return of the children.

We also provide legal guidance on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, particularly for clients with significant assets or business interests. In a recent engagement, we advised a tech entrepreneur and their spouse on a mutually beneficial prenuptial agreement that preserved their individual financial autonomy while safeguarding the future welfare of their children.

Smith & Partners LP has supported clients through adoption proceedings, including step-parent and inter-country adoptions. Our team ensures that all legal, regulatory, and social welfare requirements are strictly adhered to, safeguarding the best interest of the child.

Family law demands more than legal knowledge—it requires empathy, discretion, and unwavering commitment. At Smith & Partners LP, we combine these qualities with legal excellence, helping our clients navigate one of the most sensitive aspects of their lives with clarity and confidence.