It can help you understand your position before decisions are made.

This is especially important if there are children, property, money, pensions, domestic abuse concerns or uncertainty about where you stand. Getting advice early does not mean you are starting a fight. It means you are making informed decisions.

Yes, we can advise you if you are struggling to agree where your child should live, how often they should see each parent, or how holidays and special occasions should be handled.

In many cases, parents can reach an agreement without going to court. If that is not possible, we can explain your options and what the court may consider.

Children arrangements usually involve parents or family members trying to agree where a child lives and who they spend time with.

Care proceedings are different. They usually involve social services or the local authority because there are concerns about a child’s safety or welfare. These cases can feel frightening and urgent, so it is important to get advice as early as possible.

Legal aid may be available for some family law matters, but it depends on your circumstances. This can include the type of case, your financial position and whether certain evidence is needed.

We can talk this through with you and explain whether legal aid may be available in your situation.

Fixed fees are available for some family law matters, particularly where you need clear advice on a specific issue.

Not every matter can be dealt with on a fixed-fee basis, especially if the situation is urgent, complex or likely to involve court proceedings. We will explain the likely costs clearly before any work is carried out.

It helps to bring any documents linked to your issue. This might include court papers, letters from solicitors, social services documents, financial information, marriage certificates, or any written agreement already in place.

If you do not have everything, do not worry. Bring what you can. The most important thing is that we understand what has happened and what you need help with.

Yes. Many people speak to a solicitor before they are ready to take formal action.

You may simply need to understand your options, likely costs and next steps. We will explain things clearly so you can make a decision that feels right for your situation.