Everyone from time to time can encounter personal problems within the family, whether because of a relationship breakdown or a dispute concerning your children. Not only is this is a very worrying and stressful time for you and your family but such problems can result in complex legal issues. If you find yourself in this situation it is vitally important that you get detailed legal advice from an experienced, approachable and sympathetic Solicitor. The family team at David W Harris & Co Solicitors can offer you all that in a professional and friendly way.

Why do I need to talk to a Solicitor?

If you are thinking about separating or divorce, you will most probably need a Solicitor.

Even if you are trying to agree to an informal separation agreement between yourselves, each of you will still need a Solicitor to check over the details to make sure that you are each protected in the future and that the agreement is legally sound.

Unless you are very well organised and your case is very straightforward, you will need at least a preliminary consultation with a Family Law Solicitor. This should be considered as an investment and a way to avoid problems in the future. The divorce process can often start off as quite amicable and simple but often disputes arise especially concerning finances and children. It is worth remembering that Court Orders for lump sums or transfer of property cannot normally be altered once they are made. This applies to orders made by agreement as well as those decided by the Court. So it is very important to consider your future needs and seek professional advice before you commit yourself to any sort of agreement.

You cannot over estimate how important this stage of your life is, especially if it has been a long marriage or there are children to be considered. You should consider professional legal advice to protect yourself now and in the future.

People can sometimes be put off getting professional legal advice because they are worried about how much it will cost. Costs can vary greatly and depend upon the complexity of your case and how much you can both agree. Please bear in mind that proper legal advice at the outset will reduce the scope for arguments at a later stage and will help to keep costs and stress levels down. Depending upon your income you may be entitled to help with legal costs. At your first meeting with David W Harris & Co a Legal Aid assessment can be made and an estimate of overall costs provided so that you know exactly how much it is likely to cost. Investing in sound legal advice at the outset is in most cases likely to save you distress in the long run.

As well as being able to provide you with advice in respect of separation and disputes involving children, our experienced Family Law team of Solicitors have a wealth of experience in dealing with Care Proceedings and cases where Social Services are involved. Our Solicitors realise that dealing with these sort of cases are very difficult and they are aware of the stresses and strains that can be imposed on the family when Social Services become involved in the care of children. You may be a parent, grandparent or other Legal Guardian requiring advice, assistance and representation in Court proceedings to ensure that the children are protected. Our Solicitors are well equipped to provide you with the best advice on how to deal with cases of this nature.

We have experienced Family Solicitors at all three of our branches. Please contact them today to arrange an initial free meeting to discuss your particular needs and how David W Harris & Co can help.