Professional legal services in Falkirk
Our solicitors cover many areas of law and specialise in family law. We have experience in a wide range of cases so are sure to be able to offer expert legal advice and representation whatever your circumstances. With a tailored and professional approach, we strive for a swift resolution and the best outcome for our clients.
Our solicitors can help with
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- Divorce
- Divorce
- Advice and representation on all aspects of divorce, including all aspects of financial settlement and arrangements for children. Advice on applications for simplified divorce and dissolutions.
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- Separation Agreements
- Separation Agreements
- Drafting and negotiating formal agreements to regulate financial and practical arrangements following separation.
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- Cohabitees' Property Rights
- Cohabitees' Property Rights
- Advice on property and financial claims arising from the breakdown of cohabiting relationships. Claims by cohabitees must be raised within strict statutory time limits, generally within one year of separation. Early legal advice is essential, as late claims cannot usually be pursued.
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- Residence and Contact Issues
- Residence and Contact Issues
- Assistance with child residence and contact arrangements, whether agreed privately or determined by the court. Please note, we currently do not undertake cases involving Social Work.
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- Adoptions
- Adoptions
- Guidance through the legal process of adoption, including court applications and procedural requirements. We offer a fixed rate service for adoption applications supported by the local council. Please email us to obtain the relevant quote.
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- Wills and Powers of Attorney
- Wills and Powers of Attorney
- We prepare wills and powers of attorney to ensure your wishes are respected during your lifetime and after death. To protect your independence, we take instructions privately and directly from you, without family members or others present. Where appropriate, we may also require confirmation of capacity before proceeding.
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- Guardianships
- Guardianships
- Advice and court applications for guardianship orders to protect the welfare and financial interests of adults who lack capacity.
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- Statutory Declarations and Notarial Services
- Statutory Declarations and Notarial Services
- Preparation and witnessing of statutory declarations and provision of notarial services where required.
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- Compromise Agreements
- Compromise Agreements
- Advice on settlement agreements in employment matters, including negotiation and certification.
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- Legal Aid
- Legal Aid
- Advice on eligibility for legal aid and assistance with applications where available. Please note, we do not offer legal aid for financial matters in divorce proceedings.