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    South Cotswold Family Law

    South Cotswold Family Law

    Divorce finance/unmarried partner finance/change child's school/parent...

    Stroud, United Kingdom

    English speaking

    To be involved in family law court proceedings is incredibly stressful, particularly in cases about disputes over children. I speak from a personal as well as a professional perspective. Many...Read moreTo be involved in family law court proceedings is incredibly stressful, particularly in cases about disputes over children. I speak from a personal as well as a professional perspective.

    Many people on low to moderate incomes are simply unable to afford a high street lawyer, following the withdrawal of legal aid for most family cases in 2013.

    I can liaise with your ex's lawyers to hopefully help you reach a mutually acceptable agreement. I can also help you present your case to a judge for those issues which cannot be reached by agreement and provide legal/moral support for you in the court room and in pre hearing discussions.

    Whilst some litigants in person are able to complete the Children Act application form, there is a certain level of skill required in drafting a witness statement and preparing more complex documentation for the court, such as skeleton arguments, case summaries and position statements.

    It cannot be overstated how important it is to get the witness statement right, keeping the information factual and being able to effectively respond to the other side's issues. Usually, only one witness statement is permitted on each party's behalf (although the court may allow extended family members/friends/professionals to prepare a witness statement on your behalf if their evidence is considered to be relevant) and therefore needs to be concise yet compelling to prove your case.

    I have been involved personally in my own Children Act case so recognise first hand how difficult and stressful the experience is when you are self represented. However, I was fortunate enough to be able to employ a solicitor and barrister in my 2014 case which has given me a greater skill and insight to be able to present my client's case effectively to CAFCASS, the judge and the other side.

    In divorce finances, I can also help with complex court paperwork required from FDA (first directions appointment) to financial dispute resolution hearing (FDR) and up to a final contested hearing if necessary. Such paperwork may include proposal for settlement letters, expert letters of instruction, trial bundles, skeleton arguments, s25 witness statements, consent orders etc.

    Domestic abuse is another of my areas of expertise: whether you need to protect yourself from violence, defend an application, determine who is to live in the family home, I can assist you every step of the way.

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    • Adamby Adam P.
    • Posted: 11 Feb 2022
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    • 12 Apr 2022 Adam P.
      Adam P.
      Harrogate, GB

      The response was prompt and helpful, thank you!

    I would like detailed consent orders for a second Final Hearing
    • Grahamby Graham O.
    • Posted: 21 Oct 2021
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    • 12 Nov 2021 Graham O.
      Graham O.
      Middlesbrough, GB

      I wanted a quote to produce Consent Orders that I have subsequently obtained elsewhere that was simply not forthcoming and after 30 minutes being no nearer a quote I decided to stop the conversation

    Prenup consult
    • Jesseby Jesse V.
    • Posted: 23 Apr 2021
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    • 14 Jun 2021 Jesse V.
      Jesse V.
      London, GB

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      South Cotswold Family Law
      South Cotswold Family Law

      Unfortunately there were difficulties with this transaction, which is very disappointing as I pride myself on always doing my utmost for clients. I was competent and qualified to do the work but the buyer was unfortunately advised otherwise.

    Clean Break Order
    • JMR Bookkeepingby JMR Bookkeeping
    • Posted: 3 Dec 2020
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    • 26 Feb 2021 JMR Bookkeeping
      JMR Bookkeeping
      Alora, ES

      Absolutely brilliant - can't fault the service! very friendly helpful and reliable
      Thankyou

    Support with consent order
    • Lenkaby Lenka S.
    • Posted: 11 Nov 2020
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    • 09 Feb 2021 Lenka S.
      Lenka S.
      Pool, GB

      Excellent work and support by Samantha! Thank you so much for your help,

    • 18 Jan 2021 Lenka S.
      Lenka S.
      Pool, GB

      Samantha is extremely knowledgable within her field, which you'll get to experience during your initial conversation. She will listen carefully and make you feel at ease with whatever you are going through.
      I cannot recommend her enough. Samantha's view of my particular situation wasn't shielded by my personal view. She's managed to translate my emotional turmoil into a very clear and structured message with a hint of urgency, which is exactly what I needed. Thank you again for all your help and support Samantha!

      South Cotswold Family Law
      South Cotswold Family Law

      Thank you Lenka, it's been a pleasure to work with you also. Best wishes. Samantha

    Issue divorce/financial/child arrangements proceedings etc
    Issue divorce/financial/child arrangements proceedings etc
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    • Posted: 12 Nov 2020
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    • 19 Dec 2020 Tim B.
      Tim B.
      Droitwich, GB

      excellent

    • 31 Oct 2020 Mo M.
      Mo M.
      City of London, GB

      Very good

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    Contact order to be enforced
    • Reinaldoby Reinaldo O.
    • Posted: 13 May 2020
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    • 04 Jul 2020 Reinaldo O.
      Reinaldo O.
      London, GB

      Excellent!!! very professional i highly recommend her services.

    Children and divorce
    • Lawrenceby Lawrence H.
    • Posted: 12 Jun 2020
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    • 20 Jun 2020 Lawrence H.
      Lawrence H.
      Manchester, GB

      Very warm, welcoming and understanding. Samantha certainly knows her trade.
      Many Thanks

    Family Law assistance
    • Stephenby Stephen C.
    • Posted: 25 Jun 2019
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    • 17 Sep 2019 Stephen C.
      Stephen C.
      London, GB

      Amazing!

    Child arrangement order
    • Rizwanaby Rizwana K.
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    • 02 Apr 2019 Rizwana K.
      Rizwana K.
      London, GB

      amzing and very efficient

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