Family & Child Department
Our Family & Child Department can help you with any aspect of family law, such as:- Divorce
- Separation
- Finances and Property Disputes (including pensions)
- Arrangements for the children and parental responsibilities
- Contact with grandparents and extended family
- Issues of Domestic Violence, Harassment and Injunctions
- Pre-nuptial agreements and cohabitation contracts
- Advice in connection with civil partnerships
Find out more on our Legal Aid page or call us on 01472 358686 and speak to one of our friendly staff.
John Barkers have a seven strong team of specialist advisors headed by Howard Field who has been a partner in the firm since the early 90's. Howard is a trained family mediator and a member of the Children Panel. He specialises in representing adults and young people in care proceedings. John Barkers are also members of Resolution- First for Family Law: a national network of solicitors who aim to improve service to clients with Family Law problems and making sure that we help to reduce tension and acrimony as far as possible whilst making sure that your interests and those of the children are always a priority.
Whether your problems relate to children, domestic violence, the break up of a relationship / marriage our team of advisors are extremely experienced in dealing with matters quickly (often at very short notice) and with a high degree of sensitivity. Anyone who has experienced problems within their family will understand that such times can be the most traumatic of your life. We always aim to resolve problems with compassion for your individual needs and in the most professional, conciliatory and cost effective manner possible and appreciate. If you are looking for :-
- Sensitivity to your personal situation and none judgemental advice
- Someone to advise you objectively and expertly
- Someone who is able to protect your interests whilst avoiding acrimony wherever possible
- Someone who is concerned that your problems be resolved quickly and efficiently
- Someone who has no wish to prolong disputes unnecessarily
then we believe John Barkers can help you. We hold a Legal Services Commission Franchise and Contract. We offer the same quality of service to both Legally Funded and Private clients alike.
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