In some cases it is essential to go straight to court with a family law dispute. This may be the case, for example, where any member of the family is likely to be put at risk by a delay, where information or assets need to be preserved, or where there is sufficient evidence of one person’s bad faith that there is likely to be little point in negotiating. In other cases, negotiating an agreement may not be possible despite sincere attempts to do so, or it simply takes too long. In any event and whatever your circumstances, where court proceedings are necessary, your CFLP family lawyer will fight your corner. We are experienced court advocates and will only suggest instructing a barrister when it is in your interests to do so.
The traditional way of working through a family law dispute is to negotiate in correspondence or on the telephone with the other person’s solicitor, and sometimes to have round-table meetings addressing the issues if all agree that this would be useful. We have good relationships with other family law solicitors and our style is to negotiate constructively, politely and assertively to ensure the best outcome for you. As members of Resolution, we are committed to a non-confrontational approach that bears in mind the long-term nature of family relationships, particularly where children are involved.
If you would like more information about how we would aim to conduct your case, you can call Gail, William, Sue, Adam or Simon on 01223 443333 for a confidential initial discussion.
