Family Law

It is an unfortunate fact of life that not all personal relationships are successful. When a relationship breaks down it is not unusual for one or both parties to seek to dissolve a marriage or civil partnership or to obtain a formal decree of judicial separation.

We look to advise in respect of alternatives to court such as mediation where possible.

A fair division of the family assets, including the family home, must be worked out. In the majority of cases this is achieved by negotiation between solicitors and agreement between the parties. We emphasise negotiation and agreement rather than conflict and confrontation in the application of the principles of family law to the special circumstances of each individual case.

We can also advise you on family protection, domestic violence, injunctions, wardship, adoption and child and care proceedings.