Our Services

The Michelmores Family Law Service covers all aspects of family law, with an experienced team of solicitors on hand to guide you through the legal process.

We provide practical and effective advice and support in the following areas:

Adoption and Fertility Law
When you wish to have a child but cannot have them naturally, the options can seem daunting. If you want to become a parent and are considering what steps you need to take, the Michelmores Family Law Service can help with advice on adoption, fertility law and surrogacy.

Children
We can advise on all matters relating to children, including on making the necessary arrangements when a relationship has ended or areas such as care proceedings. We also have solicitors specialising in adoption and surrogacy.

Child abduction
International child abduction is a complex area and it is vital to obtain legal advice as soon as possible. If you are concerned your child may be at risk of abduction, there are steps you can take to prevent this.

Civil partnerships
If your civil partnership breaks down, you do not obtain a divorce; instead your civil partnership can be dissolved. The procedure is very similar to divorce and the Michelmores Family Law Service can advise on the steps that you need to take and any other issues you will need to consider, such as finances or children.

Collaborative Law
The Michelmores Family Law Service is able to offer a collaborative approach to resolving any children and financial issues. This aims to help clients work together to achieve a fair settlement without the acrimony of litigation.

Divorce and separation
The end of a relationship is a difficult and emotional time. We provide advice on starting divorce proceedings, financial issues and child support and maintenance, as well as the law relating to civil partnerships.

Domestic violence and abuse
The decision to take action against domestic violence and abuse can be a hard one, but understanding your legal rights is an important step towards protecting yourself and your family. Our experienced solicitors provide sensitive and practical guidance on areas including finances, child care, housing and other issues.

Finances
How finances are divided in a divorce or on the breakdown of a relationship is often a primary concern. We advise on all aspects, including the effect on your home or business, child maintenance issues or school fee disputes.

Unmarried couples
If you are living together but are not married you do not automatically qualify for any legal rights, despite what many people may believe - legally, there is no such thing as a common law couple. We advise on areas including your options for house ownership, cohabitation agreements, and child care matters.