Adam Bernard Solicitors are widely regarded as one of the best firms in London for dealing with family disputes. Choosing the best family lawyer to represent you after a family breakdown will be one of the most important decisions you ever make. A poorly handled case could have detrimental effects on your finances, your property, and your ability to parent your children or maintain a good relationship with them. It is important to have legal support from an expert in this field, to ensure that you obtain the best possible outcome for your children and yourself. We will ensure that you will feel supported throughout this difficult time, in the safe understanding that your case will be handled sensitively, with both confidentiality and professionalism.
We understand that court proceedings are a last resort and are not always necessary to resolve issues. Our family lawyers will assist and guide you throughout the process, advise you on your rights, living arrangements, child maintenance, and important decisions about your family finances. If child arrangements or financial matters in divorce are not agreed, we can help you understand what factors the court will consider when making decisions and how we can increase your chances of a successful outcome.
Family law isn’t just about the legal case. There is so much involved in a Family Law case that can have an impact on you and your family well after the outcome has been reached. Our family solicitors At Adam Bernard Solicitors in London, not only care about the legal side of things, but we also care about how this is going to affect your life and those around you.
Family law is very different from other types of lawyers because our main focus is the family we’ve been asked to represent. A divorce or other family court case can be a very emotional time and it is often a time when both sides are at their worst. Our job isn’t just to win a legal battle, but above all else we care about the situation you and your family are going to be left in after the case finishes.
When it comes to family law, it is vital to choose the best solicitor. When it comes to family law, it is important that you find a solicitor who will take care of your case and do not just look for a quick settlement. Unfortunately, some lawyers are known to be after the fee without caring about the true legal case. If you want someone who cares about making sure that the law protects you and your child then get in touch with us as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, too many people choose the wrong lawyers. That is why we enjoy the fact that some of our clients come to us after trying a different law firm and were unhappy with the service they received. We treat every client with respect and will do everything possible to make sure your legal matter is dealt with quickly, competently, and with the attention it deserves.
The team at Adam Bernard Solicitors are experienced at dealing with a range of family law issues. Whether you are wanting to separate from your partner or have been left in a difficult situation by their death, we can help. We pride ourselves on being a family law firm that not only focus on the legal case but also the situations of our clients and their families, putting the emphasis on making sure that they are protected and looked after long after the case is over.
Our love for clients doesn’t end when we finish the case. We care about your life in many ways. This is why we work hard to make sure you are taken care of as well as possible. We don’t just care about your legal case; we care about your life, and we want to do whatever we can to help you move on with a better future. With every good action, there can be negative results. Unfortunately, there are times when our lawyers need to tell clients that their spouses or family members did not uphold their part of the marriage contract. In some cases, this could mean financial fraud, which is what happened in one husband and wife’s case. They had to seek counsel for their case.
Divorce
The divorce process can be an extremely stressful time. We can prioritise what you are hoping to achieve, especially if you have any particular concerns that need to be dealt with quickly, regarding children, domestic abuse or living arrangements.
Child Contact and Residence
Over a million children don’t have contact with one parent after a marriage or relationship breakdown. This can be very distressing and frustrating to deal with, for the parent and the children.
Child Relocation
A parent wishing to relocate abroad must have the consent of the other parent, or permission from the court. The travelling parent could be guilty of child abduction which is a criminal offence if consent has not been given from the other parent or permission from the court has not been granted.
You can apply for a financial order if you are getting divorced and you cannot agree about finances, such as how a property should be divided, whether it should be sold or spouse maintenance payments.
We can apply for a court order if you are concerned about securing your assets after your spouse has received divorce papers. There are a number of ways we can deal with a spouse who is trying to avoid you claiming your rightful share of the family assets or savings.
An unmarried couple who are living together can enter into a cohabitation contract to ensure a clear understanding for both parties, on what will happen if the relationship breaks down.
A pre-nuptial agreement is a document signed before marriage, that sets out the couple’s wishes about money, property and children in the event of divorce. It will be effective from the day you get married.
A post-nuptial agreement is a document signed after marriage, that sets out your wishes regarding money, property and children in the event of divorce.
A post-nuptial agreement is a document signed after marriage, that sets out your wishes regarding money, property and children in the event of divorce. Whether your spouse has left the family home after a dispute, you are trying to locate a missing child, or you require an address to serve divorce papers, we are here to assist. We have a dedicated tracing service team who are experts at locating missing persons.
Schools and nurseries usually require a court order if you want to stop the other parent removing or collecting the child. If you are worried about inappropriate behaviour or you have concerns about your child’s safety, it is best to seek professional advice on asking the court to restrict parental rights.
If police are called regarding a dispute between parents, having a court order in place will ensure the child is not removed from your care.
A Special Guardianship Order is made by the family court, placing a child or young person to live with someone other than their parents on a long-term basis. We can assist with applications, statements and advice if you are looking after a child and you want to formalise these arrangements.
We can also accept payments from the Local Authority to assist special guardians with the legal process.
If you are thinking about adopting a child from either the UK or overseas, it is important to follow UK adoption law. To ensure that your adoption is recognised in the UK, you are able to travel freely and exercise your parental rights.
We can assist with private child maintenance agreements and challenges to the Child Support Agency. If you think you have been overpaying, we can provide a consultation to assess your calculations for you.
Parents count on schools to be a safe environment for their children. We can assist with complaints against schools if your child has been physically injured at school or bullied by a teacher. We will discuss what you are hoping to achieve and secure the best outcome for you and your child.
Mediation is a process for reaching a mutually acceptable agreement or solution without taking the matter to court. Mediators are independent and neutral, meaning they are not acting for either side. Although agreements reached in mediation are not legally binding, it is less costly than going to court. We can apply to court to have mediation agreements endorsed as enforceable court orders. This will assist if agreements break down in future.
The court may require you to serve documents on the other party in divorce or children proceedings. This can be especially challenging if the other party is deliberately trying to avoid service or is no longer living in the UK. Our process servers can ensure that the job will be done properly and effectively.
If your spouse has taken your children overseas without your consent, it is important to act quickly to ensure your child is returned to the UK safely. We do not offer legal aid but we can assist with application to return a child to the UK.
If the other parent is not following a court order about child arrangements, you may need to submit a further application to the family court. You can also apply to court if you want to change an order which is not working.
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