Family Department

We have an expert team who are experienced in all matters regarding separation and divorce.  

Our team appreciate that the breakdown of a relationship is a difficult and distressing time for all concerned, and because of this, you will receive expert and sympathetic advice from our team of family solicitors.

We are able to assist you right across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire with the aim of offering clear and straightforward advice during what may be a difficult time.

Initial telephone options appointment

Our expert Family Law team are here to take the worry off your hands. We provide an initial telephone options appointment to discuss funding for your circumstances. Please call 0330 333 2613 for a no obligation, initial discussion or email enquiries@elliotmather.co.uk and we will call you back.

What to do if you are going through a separation or divorce

Whether you are going through a separation or a divorce, you do have options. It is vital that you seek legal advice as soon as possible from a specialist family solicitor in order for you to make a fully informed decision. Our team can advise you on the legal implications of each option, to allow for you to make the best decision for your future.

We can advise and help you to come to a settlement that suits you and your needs, concerning maintenance, the family home, assets and pensions.

What happens if you have children?

Our team appreciate that the breakdown of a relationship is a distressing time for all concerned, especially children, it is understandable that you will have questions, such as:

• Who will the children live with once you and your partner have separated?
• What contact will there be between the children and the other parent?
• What rights or responsibilities does each of the parents have towards their children, especially concerning the important issues affecting the children’s upbringing?

We can advise you on all of these matters and, more importantly, on how you can resolve any issues that may arise with your partner with regards to your children and their upbringing.

Funding your case

For most matters we provide fixed fees or transparent hourly rates. You will always know of any costs up front and we will keep you updated if anything changes.

If you are concerned that you may not be able to afford legal advice, then you may be eligible for legal aid funding from the government in specific and limited circumstances.

How we can help

Our dedicated team are committed to resolving all issues relating to your case, as swiftly and with as little confrontation as possible.  This is an approach that will help limit the damage to you and your family, emotionally and financially.

The level of help you would like from us is entirely up to you. For further information, please contact us.

Location

Our Solicitors can provide expert advice across the country with a network of offices based in: Chesterfield, Derby, Mansfield and Nottingham.

How to get in contact

Our team are on hand to help you and can assist wherever you are based. Please call us on 0330 333 2613 for a no-obligation, initial discussion or email enquiries@elliotmather.co.uk and we will call or email you back.

• Change of name
• Child Arrangement Orders
• Financial Settlements
• Grandparents Contact with Children
• Prohibited Steps Order