For most people, nothing is more precious than family, and at Bailey & Cogger we value the importance of peace of mind when it comes to doing the right thing by your loved ones. Our highly trained family team can advise and guide on a vast range of family law matters regarding family and relationships, ranging from adoption, civil partnerships, domestic violence and more.
Family areas of law do tend to be the most emotionally charged and motivated for our clients, and as such our family law solicitors adopt an empathetic, understanding and open-minded approach to each individual case. We work with you to determine the finite details of your situation so we can construct and execute the most appropriate strategy for moving forward to achieve the result you desire.
Get in touch with our family law solicitors in Tonbridge, Kent
Call us on 01732 353305 if you need our help. Alternatively complete our contact form and we will be in touch as soon as possible. Please let us know if you are in a particularly sensitive situation including, when and how we should contact you.
We have offices in Tonbridge, Maidstone, Gravesend, Chatham and Tenterden where we can meet you to discuss your requirements.
We can also offer meetings by Skype for clients who have to travel extensively or who now live abroad. In exceptional circumstances, home visits can also be arranged.
Our team of experienced family lawyers can help with:
- Wealth protection and prenuptial agreements for unmarried couples or soon to be husbands, wives and civil partners
- Filing and responding to divorce proceedings or civil partnership dissolutions including all financial elements that need to be considered
- Any situations where children are involved including custody, visitation rights and logistics of moving them abroad
- Parenting issues where a Parental Responsibility Order from the court may be needed to ensure both parents have an equal say about decisions affecting their children’s lives, or where there are issues around fertility and surrogacy;
- Family care proceedings where a local authority has indicated an intention to remove your child or to insert them in to the adoption system
- Protecting your family where you have been victims of domestic violence and/or abuse
Our family law services
Prenuptial and Postnuptial agreements
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are legal contracts outlining the financial arrangements between spouses or partners in the event of separation or divorce. Prenuptial agreements are made before marriage, while postnuptial agreements are established after marriage has taken place. They aim to clarify asset division and protect individual interests.
Our family law solicitors can assist with prenuptial and postnuptial agreements by providing legal expertise. We help draft, review, and negotiate terms, ensuring agreements are legally sound and fair. Our solicitors guide our clients through the process, considering financial aspects and potential disputes, ultimately helping to protect your interests and assets.
Divorce proceedings and civil partnership dissolutions
Divorce proceedings and civil partnership dissolutions are legal processes that formally end marriages or civil partnerships. They involve submitting applications to the court, addressing issues such as asset division and child arrangements. Once approved, these proceedings legally terminate the relationship and establish financial and custody arrangements.
Our family solicitors provide crucial support in divorce proceedings and civil partnership dissolutions. We can guide our clients through the legal complexities, help with paperwork, negotiate settlements, and represent you in court if needed. Our solicitors strive to achieve fair outcomes regarding property, financial matters, and child custody, while alleviating emotional stress.
Child law
Child law encompasses legal regulations and principles related to children's rights, welfare, and protection. It covers family law matters like custody, access, adoption, and child protection. Child law ensures children's well-being is upheld while addressing family law matters concerning their upbringing, care, and involvement in legal proceedings.
Our family law specialists aid in child law matters by providing expert legal guidance. We can assist with custody arrangements, child protection cases, adoption proceedings, and parental rights. Our solicitors ensure children's best interests are upheld, advocate for their welfare, and navigate complex legal processes on behalf of our clients.
Parental Responsibility Orders
Parental Responsibility Orders grant legal rights and obligations to individuals who aren't biological parents but have a significant role in a child's life, such as step-parents or guardians. This order enables them to make important decisions about the child's upbringing, education, and welfare.
Our family law specialists can assist with Parental Responsibility Orders by guiding clients through the legal process. We help non-biological parents or guardians apply for the order, provide necessary documentation, and represent them in court. Our solicitors ensure the best interests of the child while advocating for our client's rights and responsibilities.
Domestic violence/abuse
Domestic violence/abuse is any harmful behaviour occurring within a family or intimate relationship. It encompasses physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse, as well as coercive control. The UK has legal provisions and support services to address and prevent such harmful actions.
Our family law experts aid victims of domestic violence/abuse by providing legal protection and support. We can help secure restraining orders, injunctions, and emergency orders to safeguard victims.
Fixed cost initial appointment
We offer an initial 30 minute appointment to discuss your requirements at a fixed cost of £115 plus VAT. After that we can arrange flexible payment terms, including monthly billing to help you budget.
Why choose Bailey & Cogger Solicitors for family law?
Our expertise has been independently recognised with accreditation from the Law Society for Family Law. This provides confidence that we offer a high-quality service in areas including civil partnership dissolution, financial settlements in divorce and arrangements for children.
Our local family law solicitors are led by Avril Croud, a family lawyer with more than 30 years of experience. As a member of the Law Society’s Family Law Panel, Avril is able to offer exceptional legal expertise and empathetic personal support.
Avril is supported by a very strong team, including Resolution accredited specialist and trained collaborative lawyer Deborah Nicholson.
We can also offer the family law services of our Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) accredited Residential Property team for any property issues involved with your civil partnership dissolution, such as buying or selling a home, transfer of equity and remortgaging.
Get in touch with our family law solicitors in Tonbridge, Kent
Call us on 01732 353305 if you need our help. Alternatively complete our contact form and we will be in touch as soon as possible. Please let us know if you are in a particularly sensitive situation including, when and how we should contact you.
We have offices in Tonbridge, Maidstone, Gravesend, Chatham and Tenterden where we can meet you to discuss your requirements.
We can also offer meetings by Skype for clients who have to travel extensively or who now live abroad. In exceptional circumstances, home visits can also be arranged.