Marion Foley

Marion joined Townsend’s in May 2018.  In December 2020 she assumed ownership of the practice from the founder Melanie Townsend.

Marion has a wealth of legal and business experience. A reputation built over thirty years means that much of Marion’s work comes through recommendation from clients, their ex-partners and other solicitors. She acts for men and women alike and routinely represents business clients, the self-employed as well as city, medical and IT professionals. 

Marion has established a strong practice in divorce and financial settlements with an emphasis on financially complex break ups between married, unmarried and same sex couples involving business structures, pensions and overseas assets. She also specialises in disputes over children.

With a reputation for settling disputes before trial, Marion’s aim is to maximise a settlement without wasting precious time or money. She routinely opposes the big London firms and she prides herself on delivering a City service without the City price tag.

Marion’s service is tailored to meet the individual needs of her clients. Her style is personable but professional. Clients appreciate Marion’s strong and reassuring approach. Advice on settlement is delivered early to manage expectations and to avoid disappointment.

After a detour working in the City, Marion took the traditional university route to qualifying as a solicitor. Since qualifying in 1997, she has specialised exclusively in the field of family law. 

Personal

Marion is married and has a daughter. When she is not busy working she enjoys cooking and spending time with her family and friends.  Swimming in the open air is a favourite pastime and Marion loves to travel. 

What client’s say about Marion

“Instruct Townsend before your spouse does, because they will be looking here and you do not want to come up against this firm. Extremely well prepared, professional yet considerate. Marion is simply magnificent and her team… “ – Mr B

“If you are looking for a family solicitor look no further. Super professional, massively informative and puts your mind at rest as they take care of everything. I can’t thank the team enough for all their help. Marion is truly one of the best! Thank you – forever grateful.” – Mrs C

“I cannot thank enough Marion and her team. From the first time I spoke to Marion I felt I could trust her and that this was more than a job to her. Marion is always trying to get the best outcome for you and is very honest and pragmatic in her advice. This ethos permeates through to whole team at Townsend. They are competent and very professional. They understand how traumatic a divorce and custody arrangements can be and do their best to make the process the shortest possible avoiding to set unrealistic expectations that would prolong the process and make it more costly. But above all their biggest asset is that they really care! I would highly recommend Townsend for divorce and child custody arrangement matters.” – Mr S

“I researched six family law firms in early 2023. I paid each one for a few hours of their time, I wanted to make sure I had the best possible team fighting my corner. Townsend Family Law stood out by a million miles! Step 1. Park your emotions at the door. Step 2. Roll with the punches & never give up. Step 3. Sit back and watch how Marion Foley executes the opposition.” – Mr G