We understand that navigating family law matters can be overwhelming. Our experienced family law solicitors provide compassionate, tailored advice to help you through challenging times. With a proven track record and nationwide presence, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
A 45-minute initial consultation with a qualified lawyer specialising in Family law
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Understand your legal position and any distinct issues
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Learn how the law could apply to your case
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Receive a clear roadmap and estimate of costs
Benefits
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Receive industry-leading knowledge in every area of Family law
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Expert advice from experienced Family law solicitors
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Resolve issues amicably and without confrontation where possible
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Take the next step with confidence
How it works
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Contact Us
Call us 0330 041 5869 to schedule a fixed-fee consultation
Consultation
Speak to an expert Family lawyer for practical legal support
Case Review
Gain an understanding of your legal position and options moving forward
Personalised Plan
Receive initial advice tailored to your case and estimate of costs
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Contact Us
Call us 0330 041 5869 to schedule a fixed-fee consultation
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Consultation
Speak to an expert Family lawyer for practical legal support
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Case Review
Gain an understanding of your legal position and options moving forward
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Personalised Plan
Receive initial advice tailored to your case and estimate of costs
What is family law?
Family law encompasses a range of legal issues arising from the breakdown of a relationship/marriage, including divorce, separation, finances, child arrangements, cohabitation disputes and nuptial agreements.
Why choose our family law solicitors?
When it comes to family law, experience and understanding make all the difference. Here’s why clients across the UK trust us:
Expertise across all aspects of family law: Our team specialises in divorce, child custody, financial settlements, and more.
Client-centred approach: We prioritise your needs, offering personalised legal advice tailored to your situation.
National reach, local support: With offices across the UK, we provide both in-person and virtual consultations.
Comprehensive family law services
Whatever your circumstances, our family law services cover a wide range of needs:
Divorce and separation options: Whether you’re considering mediation, divorce, or a separation agreement, our solicitors work to minimise stress and conflict while securing the best outcome for you.
Child custody, contact and parenting arrangements: We focus on the welfare of your children, ensuring custody and child arrangements, such as contact and visitation rights, are fair and prioritise their needs.
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements: Protect your assets and plan for the future with a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement tailored to your needs, giving you peace of mind.
Domestic abuse and protection orders: If you’re facing domestic abuse, we provide urgent legal support, including securing protection orders to keep you safe.
Financial settlements in divorce: From property division to spousal maintenance, we ensure fair financial settlements that secure your future
How much does a family law solicitor cost?
We understand that costs are an important factor when choosing a family law solicitor. Family law issues can be complex, and it is recommended you take independent legal advice from a family law specialist from the beginning – yet navigating complex matter doesn’t have to break the bank.
Affordable legal support from expert family lawyers
At Slater and Gordon, we offer an initial 45-minute consultation at a fixed fee of £150 inclusive of VAT, payable in advance. This is an opportunity for you to speak in confidence with a family law specialist. We also offer a fixed fee divorce of £450 excluding VAT, plus court fee.
If you choose to proceed with us as your legal representatives, you’ll be allocated a dedicated family law solicitor who will provide you with detailed cost estimates from the outset.
How do I arrange an initial consultation with a family solicitor?
It’s simple to arrange a consultation with one of our family solicitors. When you first contact us, you will be directed to one of our friendly advisors who will organise the initial 45-minute fixed fee appointment with one of our expert family lawyers on a date and time convenient to you. The consultation can take place face to face (if you are near one of our offices offering Family Law services) or via video or telephone.
Benefits of a Consultation
We'll take the time to understand your situation and provide an empathetic approach, covering any areas which may be inter-related to ensure you get the maximum benefit during your 45 minutes. During the consultation you can expect your family law solicitor to:
Gain a detailed understanding of your position and identify any distinct issues
Summarise the issues and the application of the law to those issues
Explain the options available to you and the legal processes involved
Advise on the suitability of each of your options
Provide you with a clear roadmap of your next steps
Explain the pricing structure for any legal route you choose to take
How to prepare for your family law consultation
We want to ensure you get the most benefit out of your consultation. Prior to the meeting, it would be helpful if you could have to hand the following:
Date you and your partner started living together
Date you got married and, if you have it, your marriage certificate
Dates of birth for both you and your ex-partner
Date you finally separated
Details of any children, including full names and dates of birth
A summary of your assets, income and liabilities, including the value of property, the amount outstanding on any mortgages, how much you both have in savings/investments, how much you and your ex-partner earn, how much you each owe on credit cards/loans and what pension provision you both have.
We know that every family is unique which is why we carefully tailor our advice to suit individual families' needs and strive to secure the best outcome for you.
Slater and Gordon's team of family lawyers have the empathy and the expertise you need. Call us now or contact us online today.
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The best solicitors to fight your corner! I struggled with a nasty unmarried couple dispute alone for over a year before biting the bullet and paying for proper legal support. I had one previous experience with a cheaper less well-known solicitor and I just felt completely let down and not a priority. But with Slater and Gordon, from start to finish, I felt supported 100% and valued.
B L (family and personal matters case)
Matters were dealt with efficiently with a view to keeping costs to a realistic level and I am well satisfied with the final settlement she managed to achieve on my behalf.
J B (family and personal matters case)
For anyone needing help with family issues I could not recommend Slater and Gordon highly enough. I always had the feeling I had the best looking after my interests and they certainly didn't disappoint.
C I (family and personal matters case)
With offices across the UK, our family law team brings national expertise to your doorstep. We have dedicated family offices nationally, including Manchester, Knutsford, Wirral, Liverpool and London.
We provide comprehensive confidential family legal advice tailored to individual circumstances, on divorce, separation, finances, child arrangements, cohabitation disputes and nuptial agreements.
Our family law team has received recognition and accolades from the legal industry. We are ranked in the independent legal directory Chambers and Partners and in the Legal 500, whilst members in our family law team are also recognised in the Legal 500. Such accolades showcase our dedication to providing outstanding family law services.
We are Lexcel accredited, which was introduced by The Law Society as a quality mark for client cases, practice management and legal compliance.
The team’s combined years of experience has allowed us the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, including Captains of Industry, sports personalities, medical professionals, public sector professionals, members of the armed forces and police officers.
We’re proud members of Resolution, an organisation of family justice professionals committed to promoting a constructive approach to family issues that considers the needs of the whole family. Our approach is focused on finding amicable solutions, where possible, while ensuring your rights and interests are protected throughout the legal process to achieve the best outcome for you and your family.
We are an award winning law firm and have a dedicated team of family solicitors to advise and guide you – no matter how complex your situation may be.
Affordability and advice
We offer affordable, expert legal advice on divorce and child arrangements. Book a consultation for clear guidance and next steps. Our assessment helps you understand your situation and make informed decisions. Consultation charged at £150 for 45 minutes.
Tailored advice
We understand that family situations differ – so we are able to provide tailored advice and guidance to suit your individual needs.
Local access
We are a national law firm, with legal experts available locally across the UK. Meetings can be arranged via telephone or video call, to suit your requirements.
A family law solicitor specialises in family cases such as divorce and separation, child-related matters, marriage and civil partnership arrangements, cohabitation issues and financial arrangements. They can help to provide important legal advice and insight, and will handle negotiations, mediations and court proceedings, advocating for their clients’ best interests.
Why use a family law solicitor?
Using a solicitor in a family law case can help minimise what can be a particularly stressful and challenging personal situation and ensure you achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family. A specialist family law solicitor will provide expert advice on the law, the process and matters you may not have considered, guiding you through the process.
Will I have to go to family court?
Many disputes can be resolved without going to court, however more complex family situations may require the court’s intervention. Rest assured, our family solicitors will support you throughout the journey, providing you with the expert family law advice you need.
We aim to achieve the best outcome for you and your family, with minimum hassle, stress and cost, where possible. In doing so, we encourage you to attempt alternative methods of dispute resolution to resolve your family law issues outside of court, for example, reaching an agreement through solicitors or via mediation.
Who pays for the costs if the case proceeds to family court?
The general rule is that each party is responsible for paying for their own costs. The court can however, order one party to pay the other party’s costs in exceptional circumstances and whether to make such an order would be at the discretion of the Judge.
What should I consider when choosing a family law solicitor?
There are several factors to consider when choosing a family law solicitor. While cost will be a key consideration, it is important to consider a solicitor’s experience and the types of cases they have previously worked on. It is also crucial that you feel comfortable discussing personal issues with your solicitor, and you should think about how to make this work best; for instance, would you prefer face-to-face contact or are you happier with video or phone calls?
To learn more about Slater and Gordon’s industry-leading family law solicitors, and how we can support you to get the best possible outcome for you and your family, get in touch with us today on [[callbackhome]] or reach out online.
How do I change solicitors in family law?
You have the right to change your solicitor at any time. After you’ve paid any monies owed for services, you will need to sign a form of authority for your files to be released to your new family lawyers.
What cases have our family law solicitors worked on?
We’ve supported a diverse range of family structures and recognise the emotional turmoil divorce proceedings can have and we ensure we work hard to achieve the best possible results for our clients, and their family members, no matter how complex the circumstances. Our experts recently helped a police officer retain his pension and inheritance after going through a divorce. We work with you to achieve the outcome you desire while minimising any unnecessary difficulties.
The best solicitors to fight your corner! I struggled with a nasty unmarried couple dispute alone for over a year before biting the bullet and paying for proper legal support. I had one previous experience with a cheaper less well-known solicitor and I just felt completely let down and not a priority. But with Slater and Gordon, from start to finish, I felt supported 100% and valued. B L (family and personal matters case)
Matters were dealt with efficiently with a view to keeping costs to a realistic level and I am well satisfied with the final settlement she managed to achieve on my behalf. J B (family and personal matters case)
For anyone needing help with family issues I could not recommend Slater and Gordon highly enough. I always had the feeling I had the best looking after my interests and they certainly didn't disappoint. C I (family and personal matters case)