Latest news:
Premarital agreements: ten years on from Radmacher - Ten years ago, a German paper heiress had her premarital agreement (PMA) approved by the highest courts in England. This decision of the Supreme court in 2010 effectively changed the way that our family courts treat PMAs and, in turn, the way we advise our clients who are about to marry and seek our advice [...]
Coronavirus and childcare: facilitating contact in the ‘rule of six’ era - On Monday 14th September 2020, the UK government introduced the ‘rule of six’ in England to limit social contact in an attempt to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus. This new rule makes it illegal for groups of more than six people to meet in any setting, either indoors or outdoors, including in family [...]
Family and Marriage
Our specialist family team will provide the highest standards of service to you, whatever your requirements and difficulties you may be facing. You can talk to our specialists about:
- Divorce
- Civil Partnerships
- Living together
- Pre-Nuptial Agreements
- Domestic Violence
- Financial Matters for Unmarried Families
Wherever possible we try to reach settlements outside of court although this cannot always be achieved. Where court proceedings are required we will progress these as effectively as possible and keep you informed of what needs to be done.
This department is headed by Richard Sauvain who is a very experienced family solicitor. The department also comprises of Gemma Magill who is an assistant solicitor.
For further advice please contact the Family Department on 01296 318 500.
What our clients say:
Very much appreciate the businesslike yet friendly approach of a family solicitor but with the depth and competency of a major firm. Thank you for everything you have done for us.
