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When you first contact us, we’re expecting you to be upset, worried, or even angry. That’s fine – we understand that contemplating separation or divorce is daunting, and we’re here to help you, whatever your current state of mind.
When you first contact us, we’re expecting you to be upset, worried, or even angry. That’s fine – we understand that contemplating separation or divorce is daunting, and we’re here to help you, whatever your current state of mind.
The most pressing concerns most people have when they first contact us are; “Where do I stand, and how much will it cost me to find out?”
You need candid, practical, expert advice. That’s what we offer.
And that price is fixed no matter how long it takes for you to tell us your situation. We’ll tell you where you stand legally, what might happen next, and what your next move needs to be.
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I needed my family legal proceedings in capable hands and with Family First, they were. The Family First Interview told me everything I needed to know about getting started.
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Mother, Fiona, and her husband were living separate lives. With children to feed and no financial support from her husband, Fiona was struggling to make ends meet. She needed to…
Esther and her boyfriend were ready to set up home together in Oxford. It seemed like the right time for them – they’d been together for a year, things were…
We thought weʼd never see the grandkids again. She was adamant that she didnʼt have to let the kids see our son, never mind us, even though we had looked…
Seeing Family First made me feel as if someone could make sense of it all. I got the advice I need, and they gave me some great contacts for other…
When the wheels came off at home Nick was really shocked. Things weren’t good at home and the rows and the cold shoulder from his wife were really getting him…
But when it did, I was so glad I chose Family First. My husband was so difficult about sharing the things we had built up together. He said it was…
Melanie and Robert from Oxford had been separated for a year, during which there was a lot of wrangling over custody of their infant daughter. Melanie wanted to take their daughter…
I needed help urgently. We werenʼt getting on and we had both been to see Solicitors. It was obvious we were going to split up.
London-based husband and father, Peter, was facing a tough choice. He had been married to his wife for 25 years, but he and his wife had drifted apart and were…
I was determined to protect my share of the house, just in case. Family First explained the process as well as the pitfalls of moving in.
Henry and his ex split up about a year ago. They both live in Oxford and their son, aged 5, lives with Henry’s ex.
Dave from London and his wife Sue had decided to divorce. They were on speaking terms, but things were difficult. Dave thought that mediation might help, and the fact that…
I went to see Family First last week. For the first time I am feeling hopeful.
When a relationship reaches crisis point, it can be tempting to think, “That’s it, I’m leaving the matrimonial home because I just can’t stand it”. When it comes to “Should…
If you are separating from your spouse, you may feel overwhelmed by the worries of money and organising your financial stuff during a divorce. You are not alone in thinking…
Recently I advised a Deaf client. The enquiry came in by email, was firmed up using the text relay service, and the advice was given with the assistance of a…
Using unbundled legal services in family law is often an excellent way to afford legal advice from qualified professional when funds are tight.
Over many years of practice, I have been surprised (startled even) by how many clients assume that I do other kinds of law regularly , like criminal or property work.…
Criticising Cafcass – When you are not happy with your section 7 report do you a) ring your local office a billion times to rant, channelling your inner Kanye West…
The recent case of Wyatt v Vince goes like this: counter cultural gentleman uses festival raver knowledge to crack the bad-ass world of commercial electricity generation.
A new domestic abuse law reached the statute books earlier this year amidst some controversy. Although not yet live, Section 76 Serious Crime Act 2015 soon will be, bringing with…
In an earlier blog we talked about disclosure in the family court process, and discussed form E and the necessary requirements to get it sorted. in this blog we talk…
Preparing a statement for the family court can be a daunting process. However, when your statement is put in front of the Judge it should help your case, instead of…
Jenny Warriner explains about mediation, including how it works, our costs and how many sessions to expect. The initial meeting (MIAMS) costs £120 and is a wonderful opportunity to find…
Two great song titles in one blog post…(The one an eighties cheesefest that was number one in the charts for ages and the other a Led Zeppelin track. A connection…
Security of tenure is a fancy way of saying “how easy can you be kicked out of where you live”. This blog explains the basics about security of tenure. Read…
If you are in or contemplating family court proceedings then formal disclosure is a concept you are about to become familiar with. Disclosure in the family court process is the…
You know and I know that those boxes are far too small to explain to a Judge why you need what you need, and what your money is spent on.…
Many people come to see a family lawyer saying, why bother with a consent order to tie up the money and finances in divorce, when we can just knock it…
If you have a court case about a child going on, you probably already know that “wishes and feelings” are part of the checklist of things a judge has to…
Children Act disputes between parents often start because of the use of alcohol or drugs by one (or both) of the parents. It has probably been an issue for sometime…
We did a Facebook campaign recently which just said “Prenuptial agreements – why risk your assets?”. While quite a lot of people “Liked” the post, there were also a few…
You may have heard of a McKenzie friend and be considering one to support you in court. There’s no doubt that going to court is a daunting experience and having…
We know a lot of you out there are writing statements for the family court without help. Read on to find out more…
With the rise and rise of the internet, law consumers are able to find a family Solicitor at the click of a button. Our innovative Pay As You Go Law…
One of the most difficult issues the family courts grapple with is called “internal relocation”. This covers cases where one parent is told by another parent the they are moving…
Without Notice applications: What they are and what makes it likely to will get one. Parents often ask us for advice on an emergency about a child. But is it…
UK Family Lawyer George Sayers discusses international relocation with children, including costs, traps and an overview of what to watch out for.
Without notice (or as lawyers call them ” ex parte ” ) injunctions are a court application for an order without telling the other side you are going to get…
Paying legal fees is the single biggest worry for people who are thinking about getting advice. So how can you get the advice that you think you need?
When we are acting for parents in a dispute about a child we are often asked whether our client can recover their costs from the other parent.
The DRAMA – that’s why family lawyers enjoy their job (sometimes). Nobody walks into our office/ facebook page and tells their story in measured unemotional terms.
You are in the middle of an acrimonious split. You have found true love, moved to the next county, gone long term sick off work AND you know for a…
In this post we set out ten of the most FAQ and Answers about Parental Responsibility (PR) – the legal concept that links parents with the children and vice versa.
When at the beginning or middle of a divorce it can be difficult see the end of the process. It seems overwhelming and endless. But we promise you that the…
Abusive relationships are not always violent. You know something isn’t right but why does it feel so wrong? Read on to find out if you may be in an abusive…
If we had a quid for every time we were assured by a parent that “I never say anything bad about my Ex in front of my child” then we…
We helped to make this (quite long) video on how to fill out your form E. If you are in financial proceedings you may like to take a look.
If your ex has dropped the D- bomb then here is a handy guide to where to start. Do’s and Don’ts to get you through those first few days.
Pets in a divorce can be a very emotive subject, read on to find out the legal position and some good ideas to help you stay with your faithful friend…
More and more people are going to court without a lawyer – and that includes going to a final hearing.
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