The 16 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Bolton & Nearby
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Charlotte Beck
Slater Heelis
Greater Manchester
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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Described as “insightful, resolute and with exceptional client-care skills”, Charlotte is an accomplished family law solicitor, recognised in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 as a ‘Next Generation Partner’. A Director in the firm’s Family team, she stands out for her tough negotiation skills in a wide spectrum...
Described as “insightful, resolute and with exceptional client-care skills”, Charlotte is an accomplished family law solicitor, recognised in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 as a ‘Next Generation Partner’. A Director in the firm’s Family team, she stands out for her tough negotiation skills in a wide spectrum of family and matrimonial matters including divorce, associated financial and property disputes, children cases, and cohabitation issues. Charlotte has particular strengths in cases involving significant or complex assets, including those involving off-shore trusts, tax and foreign property, as well as complex and challenging children matters. As an experienced collaborative law practitioner and a dedicated member of Resolution, Charlotte always works to resolve issues in a swift and constructive manner with the client’s best interests in mind. For cases where the opposition requires a firmer hand, Charlotte can be a tenacious and robust advocate in order to reach a fair outcome. Her professionalism and counsel are deemed exemplary and at the forefront of Charlotte’s approach is a focus on providing her clients with the help and support they need to navigate an emotional time in their lives whilst guiding them to a successful conclusion.
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Professional in handling my case with a terrific result
Very approachable, helpful and insightful
Excellent service from the Slater Heelis Team.
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Matthew Taylor
Stowe Family Law
Manchester
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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A tactically and strategically astute family law solicitor, Mathew is a Partner at this highly regarded specialist family law firm. His breadth of experience allows him to advise on all family matters, and is particularly noted for his ability to resolve financial issues following a divorce, separation, or civil...
A tactically and strategically astute family law solicitor, Mathew is a Partner at this highly regarded specialist family law firm. His breadth of experience allows him to advise on all family matters, and is particularly noted for his ability to resolve financial issues following a divorce, separation, or civil partnership dissolution. He is also frequently instructed to advise in respect of claims by unmarried cohabitants, whether in relation to disputed property interests in TOLATA proceedings or financial claims for children under Schedule 1 of the Children Act. Matthew regularly acts for parents in disputes concerning child law, including those where a parent wishes to relocate with the children elsewhere in England and Wales or to another country. His approach to cases if unique to each client, though he is always seeking to resolve matters quickly and cost-effectively, whether that be via direct negotiation with opposing solicitors, or via court representation. Matthew also has a wealth of experience of pre-nuptial, post-nuptial and cohabitation agreements, and is a Resolution accredited specialist for complex financial and cohabitation cases. Play the law firm’s video. | View the solicitor’s key information.
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I had 100% confidence in my team
He has handled my divorce in such a professional manner
Had huge confidence in the ability of everyone I came into contact with
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Victoria Melling
VM Family Law
Bolton
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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5.0 score
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54 reviews
Practising exclusively in family law since 2001, Victoria is a Co-founder and Director of this specialist family law firm and advises on a range of family matters. She prides herself on offering first class legal advice that is specifically tailored to individual circumstances in relation to divorce, judicial separation,...
Practising exclusively in family law since 2001, Victoria is a Co-founder and Director of this specialist family law firm and advises on a range of family matters. She prides herself on offering first class legal advice that is specifically tailored to individual circumstances in relation to divorce, judicial separation, dissolution of civil partnerships, financial settlements, pre-nuptial agreements, injunctions, occupation orders, matrimonial transfers of property, and children disputes. Victoria is a Resolution accredited specialist in advanced financial provision and domestic abuse and is well versed in dealing with complex financial disputes that may involve a business, a trust or a pension. She is committed to resolving cases swiftly and amicably without having to issue court proceedings. However, if a court order is required, she is a confident litigator and will represent her clients at the majority of court hearings. Victoria is known for being compassionate and understanding at what can be an extremely difficult time, and strives to alleviate this stress by supporting her clients with her direct and straightforward advice, coupled with excellent personal service.
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Thank you to Victoria and her office team for guiding me though my divorce
Professional and helpful service that delivers for you in a friendly manner
I found VM Family Law to be very professional yet human during my divorce
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Jane Davison
KBL Solicitors
Bolton
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.6 score
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94 reviews
Aiming to keep the legalities of a relationship breakdown as straightforward and amicable as possible, Jane is a compassionate and experienced family solicitor boasting a career of over 20 years. Head of Divorce & Family Law, she is instructed on the full spectrum of matters including divorce and division...
Aiming to keep the legalities of a relationship breakdown as straightforward and amicable as possible, Jane is a compassionate and experienced family solicitor boasting a career of over 20 years. Head of Divorce & Family Law, she is instructed on the full spectrum of matters including divorce and division of assets (including joint businesses and pensions), child arrangements and cohabitee disputes. Jane is committed to dealing with cases in a positive and constructive manner resulting in the best outcome for her clients, advocating the benefits of alternative dispute resolution as opposed to lengthy, costly litigation.
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Professional throughout
Will certainly recommend
Polite & efficient
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Catherine Woolley
AFG LAW
Bolton
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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51 reviews
Director and joint Head of the Family team, Cath is a highly capable and knowledgeable family lawyer who prides herself on her reassuring and empathetic manner when dealing with clients. She has over 20 years' experience in family law, with a particular specialism in matters relating to children. A...
Director and joint Head of the Family team, Cath is a highly capable and knowledgeable family lawyer who prides herself on her reassuring and empathetic manner when dealing with clients. She has over 20 years’ experience in family law, with a particular specialism in matters relating to children. A member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, she is able to provide representation to children through their guardians, parents and other family members in public and private law Children Act cases. Cath is an experienced and competent advocate within her field, always aiming for the best possible outcome for vulnerable children and young people, and often those who face being removed from their parents’ care.
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Excellent service, professional & highly recommended company
I was always kept up to date through to completion, in a timely manner
John Birtwell
Fieldings Porter
Bolton
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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3.8 score
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78 reviews
Practising in family law for over 30 years, John is a leading family lawyer and divorce solicitor with an enviable reputation as a proactive and tough negotiator. Head of the Family Team, his work encompasses a range of matters including divorce and dissolution of civil partnerships, judicial separation, child...
Practising in family law for over 30 years, John is a leading family lawyer and divorce solicitor with an enviable reputation as a proactive and tough negotiator. Head of the Family Team, his work encompasses a range of matters including divorce and dissolution of civil partnerships, judicial separation, child arrangements, financial arrangements arising from divorce or separation, separation agreements, pre-nuptial agreements, and cohabitee disputes. John is also well versed in children cases involving social services and Local Authorities, as well as pre-proceedings meetings/public law outline meetings. He is valued for his attention to detail, exceptional work ethic and personable manner which clients hold in high regard.
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Good solicitors
A true credit to the legal profession
Amanda Connor
Russell & Russell
Bolton
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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3.5 score
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113 reviews
A longstanding member of the firm since 1990, Amanda is one of the most respected family lawyers and divorce solicitors in the Bolton area. Offering exceptional client care and practical advice, she is well versed in all matters relating to family and relationships and is able to advise on...
A longstanding member of the firm since 1990, Amanda is one of the most respected family lawyers and divorce solicitors in the Bolton area. Offering exceptional client care and practical advice, she is well versed in all matters relating to family and relationships and is able to advise on the full range of issues with particular expertise in cases relating to children. A member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme since 2004, Amanda is able to represent children in care proceedings in addition to parents and extended family members. She has also been an accredited Resolution member since 2001 for private law children work and advocacy showing her specialism in these areas.
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Highly recommend Amanda for all family matters
A great professional solicitor
Keep to the schedule and reliable
Vicki McLynn
Slater Heelis
Greater Manchester
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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Standing out in the field of family law with a career spanning over two decades, Vicki is an exceptional family solicitor and Partner at this widely regarded multidisciplinary law firm. Renowned for her expertise in complex cases, she provides advice and representation on divorce, separation, children matters, issues of...
Standing out in the field of family law with a career spanning over two decades, Vicki is an exceptional family solicitor and Partner at this widely regarded multidisciplinary law firm. Renowned for her expertise in complex cases, she provides advice and representation on divorce, separation, children matters, issues of domestic abuse and concerns around drugs and alcohol within families. Vicki is also extremely well-versed in negotiating financial settlements, often involving substantial assets and complex financial relationships, always striving to reach the best settlements for her clients. Often representing and protecting prominent clients and their children from media attention, she prides herself on her excellent level of service, offering empathy, sensitivity, and discretion alongside expert legal advice. Vicki is recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 and noted in Chambers & Partners and City Wealth as a leading matrimonial and family lawyer. She is also a regular contributor to print and broadcast media on topical family law issues.
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Responsive, considerate and very professional
Very informative and helpful
Isabel Freudenberger
Joe Egan Solicitors
Bolton
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.3 score
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49 reviews
One of the firm’s Directors and a highly skilled family solicitor, Isabel has been practising in family law matters for over 26 years and is particularly sought after for her expertise in children cases. A member of The Law Society's Children Law Accreditation Scheme, she is able to provide...
One of the firm’s Directors and a highly skilled family solicitor, Isabel has been practising in family law matters for over 26 years and is particularly sought after for her expertise in children cases. A member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, she is able to provide representation to children, parents, and extended family members on a range of issues including child arrangements, injunctions and care proceedings initiated by the Local Authority. Isabel is a fluent Polish speaker and has had many clients for whom she has acted as translator as well as a solicitor.
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The whole team are lovely
They are so professional and caring
Nothing was too much trouble
Samantha Cole
Cyril Morris Arkwright
Bolton
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.3 score
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51 reviews
Dedicated to offering exceptional client care and honest, practical advice to individuals following a family breakdown, Samantha is a Partner and Head of the Family Department at this reputable law firm. Her practice involves a range of family law matters with specific expertise in private and public law cases...
Dedicated to offering exceptional client care and honest, practical advice to individuals following a family breakdown, Samantha is a Partner and Head of the Family Department at this reputable law firm. Her practice involves a range of family law matters with specific expertise in private and public law cases relating to children. A member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme, Samantha provides advice and representation on child arrangements between parents, both nationally and internationally, as well as handling cases where the Local Authority have issued proceedings. She has particular knowledge and experience of complex, non-accidental injury cases.
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Reliable, understanding and non-judgmental firm
Exactly how solicitors should be
Highly recommended
Sandra Wong
Silverdale Solicitors
Bury
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.3 score
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43 reviews
A highly respected family lawyer and divorce solicitor with a reassuring, sensitive and focused approach to her cases, Sandra has been representing clients on the full range of family matters for over 13 years. Head of the Family Law Department, she deals with all aspects of divorce and financial...
A highly respected family lawyer and divorce solicitor with a reassuring, sensitive and focused approach to her cases, Sandra has been representing clients on the full range of family matters for over 13 years. Head of the Family Law Department, she deals with all aspects of divorce and financial proceedings as well cases where clients are seeking a nullity. She is also able to provide assistance with non-molestation orders, forced marriage protection orders and cohabitation disputes, as well as cases relating to children and regularly represents parents, grandparents and other family members in Children Act proceedings. Sandra’s work often involves family cases with an international element as well as cases which cross over with elements of immigration law and Sharia law. She is a member of Resolution and a strong advocate and negotiator when needed, and works hard to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients.
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Kevan Hankinson
Butcher & Barlow
Bury
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.0 score
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26 reviews
An extremely experienced and well-respected family lawyer and divorce solicitor, Kevan is also one of the firm's Partners and heads up the Private Family Law Department. Dealing with all aspects of family law, including divorce and separation, financial remedies, and children’s cases, he provides practical, tailored advice, whether in...
An extremely experienced and well-respected family lawyer and divorce solicitor, Kevan is also one of the firm’s Partners and heads up the Private Family Law Department. Dealing with all aspects of family law, including divorce and separation, financial remedies, and children’s cases, he provides practical, tailored advice, whether in regards to negotiation and resolution, or advocacy before the court. Kevan has acted in a number of high-net-worth divorces and challenging children cases, including in the High Court and Court of Appeal. He also has a number of accreditations under his belt including specialist accreditation with Resolution in complex financial remedies and children’s law; he is a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Advanced Accreditation Scheme and the Children Accreditation Scheme, demonstrating his expertise in public and private children law cases and the representation of children and adult parties. Recognised in The Legal 500, Kevan is described as “patient” and as having “excellent knowledge and experience”.
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Highly recommended
Great solicitors, very fast, highly recommended
Really friendly and helpful
Philip Horridge
Aubrey Isaacson
Bury
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.2 score
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13 reviews
Practising in family law at the firm since 1986, Philip is one of the most experienced family solicitors in the Bolton area. A Partner with an encyclopaedic knowledge of all areas of family and matrimonial law, he is particularly well versed in financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown,...
Practising in family law at the firm since 1986, Philip is one of the most experienced family solicitors in the Bolton area. A Partner with an encyclopaedic knowledge of all areas of family and matrimonial law, he is particularly well versed in financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown, including cases involving complex and significant assets. In addition to his work in family law, Philip is also widely experienced in the field of wills and probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and applications for appointment of deputies to the estate of individuals who are unable to administer their own affairs.
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Warm, understanding, empathetic and kind
A first rate service from Phil
He has been very helpful
Lee Marston
Clough & Willis Solicitors
Bury
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.0 score
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51 reviews
With a down-to-earth, approachable manner combined with a keen motivation for pursuing his clients' rights, Lee is a sought-after family law specialist. Managing Partner and Head of the Family Law team, he provides advice on a broad spectrum of family and matrimonial issues, acting for a range of clients...
With a down-to-earth, approachable manner combined with a keen motivation for pursuing his clients’ rights, Lee is a sought-after family law specialist. Managing Partner and Head of the Family Law team, he provides advice on a broad spectrum of family and matrimonial issues, acting for a range of clients with particular expertise in owners of large businesses, the armed forces, the police and the fire service. He is a member of Resolution and an accredited specialist in financial and children disputes, as well as a founding member of The Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation Scheme since 2005.
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Handled my matter very efficiently and professionally
Would recommend to family and friends
Clough & Willis is a very welcoming solicitors
Louise Halford
Evolve Family Law
Whitefield
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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39 reviews
Practising as a family solicitor for over 23 years, Louise is one of the founders of this forward-thinking specialist family law firm established in 2015. She has an enviable breadth and depth of experience in the full range of family matters, with a specialism in cases relating to children...
Practising as a family solicitor for over 23 years, Louise is one of the founders of this forward-thinking specialist family law firm established in 2015. She has an enviable breadth and depth of experience in the full range of family matters, with a specialism in cases relating to children involving child contact and living arrangements, UK and international relocation, and international child abduction. Providing calm, firm and pragmatic guidance, often useful in complex and intractable cases, Louise is committed to resolving matters amicably and constructively, putting the children at the heart of all decision making. She is a committed member of Resolution.
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Evolve Family Law have been extremely helpful and efficient
I am very impressed with the quality, professionalism and service of this team
They helped me enormously and would definitely recommend to anyone
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Kath Geere
Stephensons Solicitors
Wigan
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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3.7 score
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128 reviews
With a 30 year legal career behind her, Kath has gained a reputation for family law excellence and is a Senior Associate at this well established law firm. Known for her outstanding contribution to the team and a favourite amongst clients, she handles a range of family law cases...
With a 30 year legal career behind her, Kath has gained a reputation for family law excellence and is a Senior Associate at this well established law firm. Known for her outstanding contribution to the team and a favourite amongst clients, she handles a range of family law cases but specialises in children matters where there are disputes over child arrangements and injunction matters where there are accusations of domestic violence. Kath has established close links with domestic violence organisations which offer clients support and assistance beyond the traditional legal services.
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Service is very good
Very helpful all through the process
Best solicitor around
Jennifer Worcester
AST Hampsons
Bury
Serving Clients in Bolton
This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.3 score
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58 reviews
Known for her dynamic and forward thinking approach to her family law cases, Jennifer is a Partner and Head of the Family Law department. She offers exceptional advice on all family law matters including divorce, financial settlements, pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements, and has built up significant expertise in taking...
Known for her dynamic and forward thinking approach to her family law cases, Jennifer is a Partner and Head of the Family Law department. She offers exceptional advice on all family law matters including divorce, financial settlements, pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements, and has built up significant expertise in taking instructions in children cases. Clients appreciate Jennifer’s supportive manner, her clear explanations of the legal issues and her willingness to fight their corner robustly when appropriate.
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Excellent communication and trust
Jennifer Worcester and her team are excellent
Very responsive professional law firm
Mark Taylor
WHN Solicitors
Bury
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Bolton area.
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4.5 score
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39 reviews
Boasting more than 30 years experience in family law and a longstanding member of the firm, Mark is a trusted family solicitor who works closely with his clients to help them resolve their matrimonial and family issues. He deals with all aspects of family law on both a private...
Boasting more than 30 years experience in family law and a longstanding member of the firm, Mark is a trusted family solicitor who works closely with his clients to help them resolve their matrimonial and family issues. He deals with all aspects of family law on both a private and Legal Aid basis and advises clients on divorce, separation, cohabitee disputes, and financial issues arising from a relationship breakdown. Mark is particularly sought after for his expertise in children law, and as a member of The Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation Scheme, he is able to represent both parents and children in residence and contact cases, as well as in care proceedings where the Local Authority are involved. Mark also acts on behalf of domestic abuse victims in obtaining non-molestation injunction orders.
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Family Law Glossary
Legal terms used on this page
Advocacy
Advocacy is the act of the solicitor (or more typically, a barrister) putting their client's case to the court. This may happen if a case cannot be resolved via negotiation between the clients’ solicitors (e.g. a divorcing couple cannot come to an agreement on how their finances should be divided), and so the case may then have to go to court in order for a judge to enforce a solution.
CAFCASS
CAFCASS is an acronym for ‘Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service’. It is a public body that exists to consider the best interests of the children involved in family law cases. The officers at CAFCASS offer advice to family courts on what they think is in the best interests of the children involved as a result of their enquiries into a family setting. In some cases they are asked to produce a report for the court with recommendations that include who the children should live with, and what time they should spend with the other parent.
Child Arrangements Order
A child arrangements order is a court order that defines who is responsible for the care of a child, including who they live with and how often the child will have contact the parents. This type of order can be necessary if the parents cannot agree on how to share the care of their child/ren.
Collaborative Lawyer
A collaborative lawyer is trained to represent their client through a collaborative divorce process or family dispute. The clients on both sides sign up to to the collaborative divorce process which can involve them and their lawyers attending four-way meetings in order to negotiate and reach a formal agreement that avoids the need for any court hearings.
Consultant Solicitor/Lawyer
A consultant solicitor provides services on a self-employed basis or as a contractor, but typically does so under the umbrella of a law firm. The client will be represented by a consultant solicitor in the same way as they would if the solicitor was an employee of the firm, but once the client pays the firm for the consultant solicitor’s services, the firm will typically pay the consultant solicitor’s business (e.g. a Limited Company) a percentage of those fees, rather than pay a salary. In most cases, the differences between a salaried solicitor and a consultant solicitor relate to how the consultant solicitor is employed and paid. There is little to no noticeable difference for the client.
Prohibited Steps Order
A prohibited steps order is a court order usually applies to a parent and prevents them from conducting certain activities with their child/ren who are under 16 years old (such as preventing the parent from removing the child from school, or them taking the child abroad, or changing their surname). It also prevents the parent from exercising their parental responsibility.
Resolution
Resolution is an industry body with a membership made up primarily of family lawyers. As members, the lawyers agree to conduct their work in line with Resolution’s Code of Conduct which is based on taking a “non-confrontational approach to family law issues”. This means that the lawyer actively tries to reduce conflict between the parties and encourages families to put the best interests of any children first.
Specific Issue Order
A Specific Issue Order is a court order that sets out how a specific question or issue regarding a child should be addressed by the parents. This could be a specific issue that the parents cannot agree on, such as which school the child should attend, or if certain medical treatment should or shouldn’t be administered. If the parents cannot agree, the court can enforce an answer via a Specific Issue Order.
TOLATA (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act)
TOLATA relates to disputes between two individuals who have lived together and now disagree on a matter relating to their cohabitation. Most commonly, this relates to disputes over who owns the property, what the split of ownership is, or who should remain in the property.
The Legal 500
The Legal 500 is a directory of solicitors and firms, broken down by geographic region and legal discipline. Solicitors are ranked in The Legal 500 based on their merit and experience, using publicly available information and information supplied by the firm. Annually, The Legal 500 issues awards to individual law firms and solicitors such as ‘Leading Individual’, ‘Recommended Lawyer’, ‘Rising Star’ and ‘Leading Firm’. It is worth noting that the ‘500’ in the name does not refer to the number of firms/solicitors that are ranked, which is actually a significantly larger number. Nonetheless, it is still a highly regarded award in the legal profession.
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