You may take legal action after you have been involved in an accident at work or injured because of your employer’s actions or negligence.* Personal injury claims generally involve: A plaintiff or claimant – this is the person making the claim (you). A defendant – the person(s) you are making the claim against. Your solicitor PIAB …
Sometimes a marriage can be ended through an annulment (nullity) rather than a divorce. Very specific conditions must be met to obtain an annulment, and even if you meet them, your financial, business and childcare arrangements will still need to be finalised. An annulment can be sought at any time after a wedding, but cases …
In family law, the area of child care, protection, access, and maintenance is a sensitive one that needs the kind of specialist skills and experiences you get from a HOMS Assist solicitor. Here are some of the areas we can help you with: Guardianship rights & responsibilities Children and relationship breakdown Adoption Surrogacy Child Abduction …
It is difficult enough to cope with the emotional distress of civil partnership breakdown without having to work through the legal issues. An expert family law solicitor can guide you through the civil partnership dissolution process and ensure that you get the best outcome possible. You may need legal advice on issues such as: Agreeing …
It is difficult to plan for the future when you are facing the emotional distress of marriage breakdown and divorce. It is helpful to have an expert solicitor to guide you through the process and ensure your best interests are taken into account. Divorce is a legal process that ends a marriage. Unlike separation, a …
You are entitled to live without fear for your safety. If you are subject to domestic violence, your trusted solicitor can ensure you and your family get protection. They will approach your domestic violence case with sensitivity and understanding, so that you can resolve your situation as quickly as possible. You may need legal help …
Relationship breakdown is always difficult for everybody involved, but mediation can help families move forward. Our sensitive, professional family law solicitors understand the trauma that’s involved in family disputes, and we can help you resolve issues through mediation, often without resorting to court action. When Is Mediation an Option? Mediation can help separating couples decide …
Maintenance is financial support paid on a regular basis to a former spouse, civil partner or cohabitant to assist with their living expenses and those of dependent children. Children are deemed dependent until they reach 18 years—or 23 years if they are in full-time education. If you require guidance on a maintenance agreement, our expert …
A prenuptial agreement is not a legally binding aspect of family law, but it can serve as a guide for the courts in judicial separation and divorce cases. Designed to determine arrangements for a couple’s children and property in the event of a marriage breakdown, a prenuptial agreement will not bind a judge, but if …
When you and your partner decide to separate, a separation agreement could help you share your finances fairly and decide how you are going to live apart. You may have joint assets to divide up, or you may wish to protect your personal assets. This can be a difficult process, but an experienced family solicitor …
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