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Wherever you are in the United Kingdom, Goodwins Family Law Solicitors can represent you.
We specialise exclusively in cases under English and Welsh jurisdiction, but our services are available to clients throughout the whole of the UK. No matter where you are located, our specialists are just a phone call away.
Contact us today on 020 7887 2072 to discuss your needs.
Thinking about legal aid?
While we unfortunately do not offer legal aid, as eligibility is limited via means assessment, we can help clients explore other ways to fund legal support. Speak to our team for further advice regarding your legal matters.
Resolution Together
Our Process, ‘Resolve’ provides an innovative, constructive approach to separation and divorce. At Goodwins – part of Collins & Hoy Solicitors – we can advise both parties to a separation or divorce, prioritising open communication and reducing conflict to make informed, practical decisions about the future.
We help clients to reach agreement on all issues arising from separation providing clear, legal advice and guidance in a joint setting. We cover key matters such as finances and children, to allow both parties to move forward amicably.
Our experienced team will discuss the various options available to you to conduct your divorce and separation discussions and guide you as to the most suitable process for you and your family. If Resolve is suitable for you, we will guide you through the divorce process assisting with your negotiations and providing advice to each of you on an open and transparent basis.
Find out more about our Resolution Together services and your options for separating together by contacting our team today. We are happy to advise you on all legal aspects of your separation to achieve the best outcome.
The benefits of Resolution Together
- Promotes cooperation
Collaboration is encouraged through joint legal advice from a neutral, experienced solicitor. - Reduced legal costs
With one shared lawyer, the conflict is reduced and the costs of the lawyer are shared which can result in reduced legal costs. - Fewer delays
The process can be quicker as there is no need for back-and-forth between separate legal representatives. - You’re in control
With solutions tailored to your family’s needs, you remain in control of potential outcomes.
Considerations for Resolving Divorce Without Court Intervention
Do I need to go to court to finalise a divorce settlement?
No, many cases can be resolved without setting foot in a courtroom. This reduces costs, streamlines the process and protects your privacy.
What is Mediation?
It’s a confidential process where a neutral, trained mediator helps families reach practical agreements without taking sides.
Can Mediation provide a smoother process?
Yes. Our structured mediation gives an impartial forum to reach agreements on topics such as financial division and child arrangements.
What is Hybrid Mediation?
Our mediator solicitors will work with both parties and their solicitors, who can be present to support and advise. This is ideal for complex or high-conflict cases.
What is Collaborative Law?
This is when both parties and their lawyers agree to resolve the dispute using round table meetings and direct dialogue. Lawyers and parties agree not to issue court proceedings. Each client appoints their own specialist, collaboratively-trained lawyer to structure and plan together meetings to deal with financial settlements or child arrangement disputes. This process works well when negotiating pre- and post-nuptial agreements.
What is Resolution Together?
A specially trained, single solicitor will advise both parties jointly and transparently to facilitate discussions and negotiations to help reach agreements on financial settlement and child arrangement disputes. They also formalise these for submission to the courts. This is a cost-effective, co-operative way to resolve disputes where suitable.
What is Child Inclusive Mediation?
This process gives children a voice, allowing them to meet a specially trained mediator. With their consent, their views can be carefully considered by you, the parents, to make informed decisions concerning child arrangements.
What is Early Neutral Evaluation?
EVE provides impartial legal expertise, with an early assessment of the likely outcome if the case were to go to court. This allows both parties to understand their positions, encouraging each to make realistic, informed settlement decisions.
What is Arbitration?
This is a private, binding alternative to court. A qualified arbitrator will make decisions on financial or child-related issues that will be turned into a court order.
The Goodwins Process
Consistency, quality and sensitivity are the key elements of our approach to each case. Our expert team will deal with your situation with the utmost professionalism and sensitivity, whilst striving to reach the best possible outcome.
Arrange your consultation or call us on 020 7887 2072
Why choose us?
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Goodwins Family Law Solicitors is part of Collins and Hoy Solicitors - This firm is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Registration Number 75137.
