Wrench and upheaval, ultimate relief, or something in between. Separation and divorce is never exactly the same journey for every couple.
Those facing the prospect may be dreading a tortuous legal process. Yet, Scots Law and a more bespoke set of capacities now available to its practitioners have rapidly evolved alongside new instruments to accommodate sensible settlements.
It removes at least some of the associated emotional and financial burden while embracing a sensitive, holistic approach in finding an acceptable solution.
Enlighted couples considering marriage may opt to reduce exposure by drafting a pre-nuptial agreement. These are no longer the preserve of film stars or those of high net worth.
In Scots Law, the now well-known contract of pre-nuptual agreements are fully enforceable – stories circulating in English media have highlighted cases where they haven’t delivered as promised but it is a corollary of a different legal system.
Post-nuptial agreements work in similar fashion. Addressing the question after years of marriage may admittedly require a practical brand of diplomacy, which legal firms specialise in.
Emotionally charged or not, pragmatism needs to prevail when attempting to reach a settlement on affairs.
It is here that new legal methods can potentially be deployed to best effect and these following firms specialise in having the best possible outcome for couples going through the rigours of divorce...
Business Name: Anderson Strathern
Description: Families are as individual as the people in them. When things go wrong, it can be very distressing and so it’s vital to get expert advice from family law solicitors at an early stage. The advice Anderson Strathern specialists give will always be specific to your particular circumstances and your unique family make up. They can guide you carefully through what can be difficult financial decisions, such as what to do about the family home or other property.
Anderson Strathern’s Family Law team can assist with separation and divorce, children, asset protection and cohabitation.
Find out more here - https://andersonstrathern.co.uk/
Follow them on twitter - @solicitors_AS
Business Name: BLM
Description: BLM’s family law team is led by Siobhan Kelly. The team has developed a wide-ranging practice with a reputation for resolving high profile and complex cases. The team is known for its discretion and ability to achieve results which avoid unwanted publicity or attention. In an ever-changing society, the definition of the family unit continues to evolve. The legal remedies available to assist in the event of the breakdown of the family unit also continue to evolve to address the needs of each individual’s circumstances.
For further information please contact Siobhan Kelly, partner and head of family law at BLM – Siobhan.Kelly@blmlaw.com
Follow them on social media – Instagram - blmlaw Twitter - @BLM_Law
Business Name: Brodies
Description: Brodies family law team are Scotland’s leading team of specialist family lawyers, providing advice on all legal matters relating to the breakdown of a relationship. Their lawyers are personable and approachable; and are experts in their field. As Scotland’s largest family law team, with a corresponding range of experience and knowledge, they can ensure that clients are looked after by the most appropriate lawyer for their circumstances. They have partner-led teams based in all three of Scotland’s main cities – Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow – and act for clients throughout Scotland and beyond. As part of a full service law firm Brodies also offer clients unparalleled access to the specialist legal expertise of colleagues in other areas such as wills, trusts and tax planning, property, pensions, corporate law and litigation.
Find out more from Lisa Girdwood on 0141 428 4101 or lisa.girdwood@brodies.com
For more about Brodies - http://bfamily.brodies.com/
Business Name: Family Law Matters
Description: Family Law Matters Scotland is a firm of specialist family law solicitors. Based in Glasgow, our award winning lawyers can help give you the advice and information you need across a broad range of family law matters in Scotland. Information is not the same as impartial advice and guidance for you in your particular circumstances and our family law solicitors can help you understand everything you need to know. We support you in weaving together the many strands to a sustainable separation: legal, psychological and financial factors.
Find out more about our Family Law Matters: Your Family Law Specialists on 0141 420 2430 or www.familylawmattersscotland.co.uk
Follow us on twitter - @FamLawMattersSc
Business Name: Gillespie MacAndrew
Description: We understand the emotional strain and financial concerns which arise from family breakdown and appreciate the need for clear and effective legal advice at such times.
Our approach to providing that advice is professional, discreet and solution-driven. Our team has experience of advising on a wide range of matters, from assisting individuals undergoing separation and divorce, to providing advice on existing family arrangements, and those entering into new relationships as cohabitants, newly-weds or civil partners.
Family matters can and often do involve wider considerations such as re-structuring family business, dealing with land and property transactions, and preserving family wealth. Our firm’s expertise in property, succession, tax and trust law enables us and our colleagues to offer a comprehensive service tailored to your circumstances.
For more information visit www.gillespiemacandrew.co.uk
Business Name: Linda George Family Law
Description: At Linda George Family Law Limited in Hamilton, all clients are assured of a positive and understanding attitude combined with many years of experience in every aspect of Family Law, from divorce and separation through to the range of Child Law related issues.
We are members of the Family Law Association and highly accredited in Family Law, Child Law and Mediation. We have recently opened a new office in , we are able to help even more families as we have expanded our highly qualified team. Whatever your circumstances, if you need advice and assistance with the legal aspects of family and relationships, we are here to help.
For more information see www.lindageorgefamilylaw.co.uk/
Business Name: MTM Family Law
Description: We are a niche family law practice based in Glasgow with considerable combined experience, offering a specialised and professional service. Our team includes solicitors accredited as specialists in Family Law by the Law Society of Scotland and are all trained collaborative lawyers. The team offers a supportive and understanding approach to the often complex and anxious issues involved in all aspects of family law from divorce law and separation agreements to cohabitation and civil partnerships. MTM Family Law are proud to have been nominated in the category of "Family Law Team of the Year" for the Scottish Legal Awards 2015. This is the foremost national awards celebration for the legal industry and is judged by a panel of independent experts from business, law and politics.
Find out more here www.mtmfamilylaw.co.uk/
Follow us on facebook - www.facebook.com/mtmfamilylaw/
Business Name: Turcan Connell
Description: Our Divorce and Family Law Team is firmly established as one of the leading divorce practices in Scotland. The Team has enjoyed a top band listing in both Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession and the Legal 500 for many years, Chambers offering the view in the 2014 Edition: "The team is now widely recognised as the leading Family Law Practice in Scotland". We handle all aspects of separation, divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships, cohabitation and issues arising from relationship breakdown, whether of a financial nature or concerning the care of children. Our expertise and experience ensures that matters are dealt with confidently and efficiently, offering value for money to our clients. The strength and depth of our team is unrivalled within Scotland.
For more information – www.turcanconnell.com
Follow us on twitter - @TurcanConnell
Business Name: Wright, Johnston & MacKenzie
Description: When they work, all families are wonderful. Sadly, sometimes families don’t work, leading to separation and divorce which can affect your life profoundly. Your work, your home, your assets and your business can all be impacted. And that’s before any welfare issues surrounding your children are brought in. Protecting your interests and those of your children are paramount. Using the most appropriate methods – it could be collaboration, mediation or court action – WJM will help you deal with the complex issues surrounding your family. We’ll work with you to identify solutions to resolve issues and protect your own interests. Our expertise ensures that you know you’ll be in safe hands at a very emotional time for you and your family. For a confidential discussion of your family or personal law issues, please call Tom Quail on 0141 248 3434 or e-mail tlq@wjm.co.uk.
For more information - www.wjm.co.uk/
Follow us on twitter - @WrightJohnstone
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