Family Law Services

Divorce

We specialise in providing legal advice to clients undergoing separation and divorce. In most cases, getting a divorce is fairly easy using the 'quickie divorce' procedure and normally it is not necessary for either party or their solicitors to have to attend court. Read more about Divorce

Divorce and Finances

The courts in England have a very wide discretion when deciding what a divorce settlement should be. They have to achieve a 'fair' outcome. A consequence of this is that a wide number of outcomes might be considered 'fair' even though the amount of the settlement can vary widely. Read more about Divorce and Finances

Children

For many people, the primary concern on divorce or separation is likely to be how to minimise its impact on the children. You will need to make suitable arrangements for where they are to live and for them to see their other parent. Read more about Children

Same-Sex Couples

We provide legal advice to clients in a same-sex relationship. We can assist with drafting a pre-civil partnership agreement, which is the same as a pre-nup, advising a separating partner on civil partnership dissolution and financial settlements. Read more about Same-Sex Couples

Domestic Violence

Domestic abuse is when one person behaves in a threatening, violent or controlling way towards their partner, ex-partner or family member. It can take many forms. It may extend to physical violence or it may be emotional, psychological, financial, verbal or sexual abuse. Read more about Domestic Violence

Unmarried Couples

If you are unmarried but separating from your partner, you will be concerned about your rights. It is a myth that there is such a thing as a common-law spouse or marriage and that this gives you financial claims on the breakdown of your relationship. This concept was abolished over two hundred and fifty years ago. Read more about Unmarried Couples

Wealth Protection

No one goes into a relationship expecting it to fail, but lots of people are now realistic about the pressures placed on relationships in the modern age and want to insure themselves against the marriage breaking down by taking out a pre-nuptial agreement (often called a pre-nup). Read more about Wealth Protection

Collaborative Law

Collaborative Family Law is a new way of resolving family law issues such as divorce, separation and the arrangements for children. It is completely different from the traditional court-focused approach. This process is ideal for couples or parents who want to reach an outcome that is fair for both parties. Read more about Collaborative Law

International

Many of our clients' cases now have international elements. International aspects can complicate matters. It is crucial that you seek advice from experts in the countries involved so that your decisions are made in the full knowledge of the implications of the different legal systems and laws. Read more about International

Cohabitation

If you have decided to take that next step in your relationship and move in together, a cohabitation agreement may stop disagreements in the future and give you some peace of mind if your relationship breaks down by making clear what are your obligations and responsibilities in the relationship and how property is owned. Read more about Cohabitation

Prenup

A prenuptial agreement is a document that may protect your pre-marital assets, inheritance, business or income in the event that the marriage breaks down. Prenuptial agreements are becoming more and more popular and can save a lot of time and cost if you split up in the future. Read more about Prenup

Separation

If your relationship has broken down and you have decided to separate, a separation agreement can be drawn up to set out how property and assets are to be owned and, if applicable, contain provisions for who your children will live with and a schedule of contact for them to spend time with both parents. Read more about Separation