The breakdown of a relationship whether within or outside of marriage can be a stressful and traumatic experience, especially where children are involved. Add to this the fact that there are invariably a number of legal and financial issues that need resolving and it is clear why it is wise to consult a specialist matrimonial and family law solicitor.
How can we help?
Separation and divorce - On the breakdown of a marital relationship, some couples may prefer not to proceed with a divorce either at that time or at all. We can advise on the terms of a Separation Agreement or, if appropriate, obtaining a Judicial Separation.
If you would prefer to obtain a divorce, there are many issues that need to be considered. Our specialist family team can advise on the timing and grounds of the divorce and progress matters through to Decree Absolute on your behalf.
Finances - On the breakdown of a marital relationship or civil partnership, the main difficulty can often be agreeing a fair division of the assets, and where appropriate, adequate and on-going maintenance for one or other party and/or the children. Such matters can be made more difficult in marital breakdown by a claim by one spouse against the other’s pension fund. In addition to providing advice, we can negotiate a settlement on your behalf, or if necessary, prepare your case for Court.
Children - Children are always a paramount consideration upon the breakdown of a relationship. You may need help to assess the present and future needs of your children both in financial terms and in relation to residence or contact and parental responsibility.
Family injunctions - You may have experienced problems in the home if the other party has been violent towards you or harassed you. If so, we can help try to resolve those difficulties, and where required, invoke the protection of the court to secure your safety and if necessary, that of your children.
Services
We have a specialist team working in the area of matrimonial and family law. We provide clear and constructive advice and will ensure that you are informed of the cost consequences of any action you take. We promote negotiation and early settlement where possible, but will guide you through the Court process if necessary.
Areas of Matrimonial and Family Law where we can assist are:
- Cohabitation agreements
- Pre nuptial agreements
- Civil partnerships
- Contact, residence, parental responsibility and financial matters relating to children on a private law basis.
- Divorce
- Financial settlements on divorce and the breakdown of cohabitation
- Separation agreements prior to divorce
Further information
Contact Susan Reyersbach (Member of Resolution, and accredited member of the Law Society’s Family Law panel) for further information, or to arrange a meeting.
A free initial interview of up to half an hour may be available to you to meet us and find out whether we are able to assist you. In all cases we will give you an indication of the level of costs likely to be involved and details of relevant charging rates.
