FAMILY LAW

At various stages in life one may encounter personal problems within the family. This could result in couples separating, disagreements over arrangements for contact with children and argument over financial matters. It is important to try to resolve such disputes without delay, with minimum acrimony, and with any child(ren)’s welfare being of paramount consideration.

Family disputes can raise complex legal issues and if not dealt with properly and quickly, you could find yourself going through a very worrying and stressful time, with no certainty of when it will end and with what result.

We at Percy Short & Cuthbert are committed primarily to adopting a constructive and non-confrontational approach in family matters. We can advise you on a range of personal and family issues, including:

• Divorce, Dissolution of a civil partnership, Separation and other Relationship Breakdown
• Cohabitation
• Financial settlements following a separation, dissolution or divorce (known as Ancillary Relief) for yourself and the children
• Property disputes
• Domestic violence (including injunctions where you are threatened with, or are the victim of, domestic violence)
• Children’s issues (such as residence and contact disputes, social services involvement and care proceedings, emergency orders)
• Child Abduction and Contact over international borders

Family law covers a wide range of legal issues and we have provided further information regarding various, discrete issues. Please note that our information sheets are for general guidance only and you should not rely upon them without seeking our advice regarding your specific circumstances.

For legal advice relating to family law issues, please contact Shobha Naik on 020 7700 0265 or email her at shobha@percyshort.co.uk.