Family Law

Resolving issues through sensible and constructive negotiations

The breakdown of a relationship is never easy. But there are ways to reduce the pain and stress. It’s vital that to receive fast, accurate and cost effective advice on how to resolve any legal concerns that crop up.

We’ll help to create and maintain a non-confrontational atmosphere with the main aim of resolving issues through sensible and constructive negotiations. However, where the need arises, we’re ready and able to fight your corner.

It is not just when there’s a break-up that we can help. A well drafted Prenuptial or Living Together Agreement prepared during happy times can provide a cushion if things change at a later date.

Specialist areas covered:

  • Divorce & separation
  • Financial settlements
  • Cohabitation
  • Prenuptial Agreements
  • Living Together Agreements

Our Family Law department is headed by Chris Gates, a Solicitor with 30 years of experience in handling family cases. Chris is a member of Resolution and an accredited Family Law Specialist by the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority (formerly The Law Society).

Many of our services are carried out for a fixed fee and we’re usually able to give you an upfront estimate of your likely costs, which makes it easy for you to budget.

Take away the worry of spiralling legal costs

emove the uncertainty and take away the worry of spiralling legal costs by taking advantage of our Fixed Fee Divorce Scheme.

We will act in all non-defended divorces on a guaranteed fixed fee. This allows you to budget and means you are fully aware from the word go what your divorce costs will be.

Our cost from the initial meeting right through to the pronouncement of the decree absolute is £400 plus VAT plus Court fee. The total costs to you will be:

– Our fees £400
– VAT £80
– Court fee on filing of Petition £593
TOTAL £1073

What work is not covered in the Fixed Fee Scheme?

  • The cost of acquiring a replacement marriage certificate
  • Any advice in relation to property, finances, children or domestic violence
  • Any advice if the divorce is defended, the petition requires amendment after being issued at Court or a cross petition is filed
  • Overseas divorces or a divorce where one, or both of the parties lives abroad
  • Enquiry agents fees
  • Pursuing/enforcing a costs award

If such work proves necessary we will let you know in advance and give you an idea of what these additional costs will be.

For further information on family law or to arrange an initial meeting, please call us on 01524 402050 / 01539 565990 or email info@wrightandlord.com.

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