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Family disputes are potentially the most stressful of all and Davies Solicitors aims to make the process as painless as possible for clients.
We are a member of Resolution, whose philosophy is to create a non-confrontational approach to matrimonial disputes.
Our Family department is able to provide extensive expertise in the following areas:
Collaborative law:
Collaborative Law
is a voluntary dispute resolution process originally developed by family
law practitioners in the USA. Whilst the divorce process takes a relatively conciliatory approach, the fact remains that any family dispute ending up in Court causes suffering, espescially to children.
The collaborative process stems from an aim to reduce the emotional scars and financial hardships of divorcing couples as much as possible. Collaborative Law
is not, of course, for everyone. We are able to discuss with you the
various ways in which your matter can be dealt with so that you can
decide which method best suits you. Please click here to learn more about Collaborative Law; or telephone Bridget Giltinane, a trained collaborative lawyer, on 01223 842211.
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Cohabitation Agreements and Prenuptial Agreements:
One way to avoid difficulties in the event of a relationship breakdown is to work together to agree what should happen well in advance. It is a common misconception that living together creates a legal relationship - as there is no such thing in law as a common law spouse. However, cohabitation agreements can assist couples who have little protection under the law.
Prenuptial
agreement that are carefully thought out, cover all major areas of family
life and follow the principles of family law
will likely be given weight in the unfortunate event of a divorce.
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Divorce and Dissolution of Civil Partnership:
These issues need to be handled sensitively and, especially when there are
children involved. As well as thinking about the immediate future, plans need to be long-term, to avoid situations such as a child having to choose which parent to invite to their wedding.
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Children:
Issues relating to children and their welfare include contact, residence, parental responsibility, maintenance, abuduction,
the prohibition of moving abroad and specific issues, such as choice of
schooling or change of surname.
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Injunctions, Occupations Orders:
These issues, by their nature must be dealt with swiftly and thoroughly.
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Finances:
Often the most contentious of all family issues, the focus must always
be on achieving a fair and workable outcome; and wherever possible we seek
to achieve a "clean break" where neither party remains dependent on
the other for financial assistance.
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Separation Agreements:
Financial issues can be dealt with through separation agreements, enabling couples to become financially independent.
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