Sarah Warburton
Associate Solicitor, Child Care Proceedings
English
Our Family Law Solicitors are here to offer you clear and practical legal advice and support.
We understand that matters involving children are extremely sensitive - whether you’re facing domestic abuse, a dispute about your child or needing to arrange an adoption. Our approach focuses on reducing conflict wherever possible whilst ensuring you understand your legal position. When necessary, we take firm legal action to protect your rights and your child’s welfare.
Our goal is to get the best possible outcome for you and your children. We can tailor our service to your unique situation, and our Family Solicitors will always communicate with you in plain English with no legal jargon.
We have an excellent national reputation in Family Law. We have solicitors available who are accredited by the Law Society of England and Wales.
Our legal experts will explain your funding or costs and payment options upfront, so you’ll know exactly where you stand.
For initial legal advice, get in touch with our Family Law Solicitors.
Fill in the form below to get in touch with one of our dedicated team members, or call our team today on: 0800 260 5010
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In legal terms, family law is the collection of legislation relating to family relationships. This includes child-related issues, injunctions, and domestic abuse matters, with each area setting out the rights and responsibilities of family members.
A Family Law Solicitor is a specialist in the area of family law and children’s law. They often attend specialist training and courses focused on dealing with emotional and often complex family law matters.
The amount you will pay in legal fees depends on the type of family law matter you need advice and representation on and things such as whether you have to go to Court. You can get Legal Aid for some family law matters, such as care proceedings, and if you are the victim of domestic abuse. .
You can find out more about our fees here. Your Solicitor will also discuss how much our legal advice will cost at your first introductory meeting.
Yes, both refer to legal professionals who provide advice, support, and representation in family law matters.
In the UK the term Family Law Solicitor is more commonly used. You may also hear the term Family Law Barrister. This is a person who is instructed by your Solicitor to present your case in the Family Court.
We’ll provide legal advice and representation on the following:
The welfare and needs of your children are one of our main priorities, and we can help and support you on making arrangements for your child. Our Solicitors can advise you on what to do if you and your child’s other partner cannot agree on who your children should live with permanently and when the other parent should spend time with them.
If the matter has to be decided by a Judge, you can trust that we will present an expertly prepared case to the Family Court and protect the best interests of your children.
We understand how distressing disputes around child arrangements can be, especially if there is a history of abuse, coercive control, or narcissism in your relationship. As nationally recognised Child Law Solicitors, accredited by the Law Society of England and Wales, we provide expert legal guidance to help resolve these matters. We can also provide details of support services if you want to talk to someone further about your situation.
Our Family Lawyers are ranked in the Legal 500 and are recognised as one of the top child law experts in the country. We are on the list of Child Protection Solicitors in Bristol, Leeds, London, Liverpool, and Manchester but can often provide help anywhere in England and Wales.
Child law requires special training, sensitivity, and expertise. Our specialists can help you with a range of children law matters. These include:
We’ll advise and represent you if you believe your ex-partner is engaging in alienating behaviour against you or refusing to let you see your child. Parental alienation can be devastating, and you can feel powerless. We will be by your side, supporting you. It is crucial that you get our help as soon as possible so we can take steps to deal with the situation before it gets out of hand.
If you’re experiencing domestic abuse, our Family Law Solicitors can support you in taking steps to protect yourself and your children. We can help you apply for urgent legal protection, such as a Non-Molestation or Occupation Order, and we’ll talk you through the options available to you, including whether you may be eligible for Legal Aid. Abuse doesn’t have to be physical, it can also be emotional, financial, or controlling behaviour. It can happen in any kind of relationship, including those involving family members or former partners. We're here to help you feel safe and supported whilst taking action.
We are sensitive, approachable, dependable, and most importantly, our family law team is recognised as one of the best in the country. Family law matters can be extremely complex and full of emotion. We’ll be the people you can rely on to support you, act in the best interests of your children, and find solutions that work for your whole family.
Our Family Law Solicitors are committed to resolving family disputes in a non-confrontational way. We are also ranked in the Legal 500 and our senior solicitors hold Child Law Accreditation from the Law Society of England and Wales. This shows our team’s dedication to providing exceptional legal advice and representation to all our clients.
It is important to choose a Family Law Solicitor you feel comfortable with. They will be helping you through one of the most emotional journeys of your life, so you need someone who you can talk with openly and who returns your calls and emails promptly.
We know how much our clients rely on us to support them through difficult circumstances. We are accredited in Child Law by the Law Society of England and Wales. This, along with our excellent reviews shows that we are dedicated, knowledgeable, kind, and determined to achieve the results you want.
During the initial consultation we’ll discuss your situation and see if we can help you. We’ll also talk to you about paying for legal fees. You will feel supported and listened to from the outset.
A Family Law Solicitors first priority is to give up-to-date, practical advice. If legal proceedings are necessary, we will prepare a robust case and represent you. And if you need extra support, we can put you in touch with support services who can help you and your children through what is often a stressful and emotional time.
The family law system in England and Wales encourages people to resolve matters independently where possible, as Court proceedings can be expensive and stressful.
We are committed to helping our clients avoid going to Court. But if non-court dispute resolution (NCDR) is unavoidable, we will be fully prepared to represent you and protect the best interests of you and your children.
A Family Law Solicitor deals with legal matters that involve you and your family, such as your spouse, your partner, your children and the family home.
You don’t need a Family Law Solicitor to go to the Family Court about your child but it’s always best to get legal advice and support if you can, especially if your case is complicated. There is no substitute for expert legal advice and getting a Family Solicitor to represent you in Family Court will always be better than going into Court alone.
There are several reasons as to why you may be looking to change your child’s name. Whether you’re getting divorced from their other parent or re-married and you want to change your child’s name to reflect this, there are certainly options for you.
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