A pioneer of Collaborative Family Law, a modern and non-confrontational approach to separation.
David Winnett qualified in 1996 and joined Hopkins in 2002 and he is a partner in the Family Law team. He is at our Regent Street office in Nottingham City Centre, and can also see clients (by arrangement) at our Kirkby-in-Ashfield office.
He is a pioneer of Collaborative Family Law, a non-confrontational and thoroughly modern approach to separation and is a Resolution Specialist in Family Law
David Winnett is also listed as a Leading Lawyer by Wiselaw.

https://www.wiselaw.co.uk/divorce-solicitors-nottingham/#listing1777
David is a former Trustee, and a supporter of the superb local children’s charity Footprints CEC (conductive education centre). He is a member of Burton Joyce Parochial Church Council, & a supporter of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
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Solicitor Services
- Divorce & Separation
- Separation Agreements
- Divorce & Separation – Fixed Fee Consultation
- Divorce Advice
- Separation Advice – for married or unmarried couples
- Making Child Arrangements After Divorce or Separation (Child Arrangement Orders)
- Collaborative Family Law
- Financial Agreements
- Financial Remedy Orders
- Financial Disputes & Agreements
- Prenuptial Agreements – Protecting Your Assets
- Cohabitation Agreements
Office
27 Regent Street,
Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire,
NG1 5BS
Hobbies
David assists the coaches at Burton Joyce Down Syndrome FC, & likes football, cricket, the theatre, live music, good food & drink, country/seaside walks & wildlife.
Testimonials
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“David Winnett and his Assistant were extremely supportive throughout my case explaining everything clearly and respectfully.”
Linda Marshall, 12th August 2025
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I want to thank David Winnett personally for his efficient work in completing my divorce. I feel that the process has been as smooth as it could have been. Thanks also to his colleagues Shabana and Martyna who helped me to create my new Will and organise my house transfer of ownership. Using Hopkins has been a positive experience.
Hannah Willoughby, 20th August 2024
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David was very patient with my busy life and couldn’t have assisted me any more than he did. I really do appreciate what he has done. I will be recommeding him to others.
Steven Milbourne, 20th May 2024