Individuals - Family

For most of us, nothing is more important than our family.  One thing most families have in common is that they are multi-generational and made up of individuals of differing ages, needs, perspectives and priorities in life.

It's no surprise then that families can be complex.  And sometimes you may need help from lawyers to help safe-guard your family's interests which might range from tax and estate planning; through to more complex matters such as divorce.

We are confident our family lawyers can help you.  From solving problems through to helping you make future plans, we promise to listen and offer effective support by adopting the approach best suited to your situation.  Whatever it might be, our lawyers (who are trained mediators and collaborative professionals) will help provide a solution.

Our areas of expertise are listed below. So don’t hesitate to contact us in confidence for a consultation without any obligation.

  • Cohabitation
    As family structures have changed, one popular misconception about cohabitation has persisted: namely, the belief that cohabiting couples have the same rights as married couples and civil partners on...
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  • Divorce
    Procedurally, a divorce is relatively straightforward. It's the emotional, financial and practical consequences that are more complex. How the divorce is handled can be as important as the outcome...
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  • Elderly client care
    Caring for an elderly member of the family may require funding or other welfare provisions. Putting some protection in place could make your life easier and less stressful for everyone...
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  • Inheritance and trust disputes
    Many different claims can arise out of the provisions in a Will and the drafting of Trusts. Disputes of validity of Wills have become more common with the increase in second marriages and multiple...
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  • Making a Will and tax planning
    The importance of planning ahead and continually reviewing financial and family obligations is paramount.  Our role is to help protect personal and business wealth. Without a Will, after your...
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  • Marital contracts (pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements)
    Pre- and post-marital agreements – sometimes referred to as “pre-nups” and “post-nups” – are contracts entered into before or after marriage to provide for how the...
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  • Same sex relationships
    The claims a same sex couple have against each other will depend on whether the couple has entered into a civil partnership. On the dissolution of a civil partnership, the court has much the same...
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