What Happens If You Pass Away Without a Will in England or Wales?
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Resolving the children’s care arrangements are the most dramatic part of a separation or divorce and vary from case to case. If your relationship has broken down, we will work with you to achieve the best arrangements for your children.
Whether you are currently going through a divorce or separation, or if you have recently been separated, our team of child specialists will work with you to find an arrangement that serves your child’s needs best.
We will always aim to resolve family disputes and matters of child custody (now called “child arrangements”) away from the court. Such matters can sometimes take over one year to resolve, not to mention the costs involved. In most circumstances, we work in a way that children maintain a healthy and positive relationship with both parents. We recognise that the child can only be helped with both parents working together. We initially encourage parents to agree on matters through mediation or collaboration as this is the very best way forward in any child dispute.
In exceptional instances where the matter can only be resolved in court, we work with a field of experts to achieve an understanding that works in your child’s best interest. This process can take up to twelve months and can be sped up if both parents are willing to work together.
For more information, please get in touch with us by using info@shortlands.co.uk or call us 02076299905 or book an initial online consultation.
Shortlands is a boutique family law firm with over 20 years of experience in dealing with the trials and tribulations of a divorce and all family law matters. As a result, we have become the first choice of family law specialists in London.
Our professional and highly experienced team of family lawyers can assist you in your legal matters with full respect, ensuring you maintain a private family life. For more extensive advice and information, please email info@shortlands.co.uk or call us 02076299905 or book an initial online consultation.
Talk to one another. Try to agree arrangements that best suit the children, that they will be comfortable with and that take into account their interests.
Have an initial meeting with a lawyer to explore the law and your rights. Then attempt mediation or collaboration.
If you live abroad and need to apply for a child custody order, the process will depend on your specific situation and the laws of the country where you reside.
First and foremost the Court is concerned with the Child’s interest and welfare. An arrangement will be reached that best suits the child’s welfare.
Between three to twelve months
The cost varies depending on the complexity of the case. At Shortlands we try to offer fixed fees for every stage of the process.
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