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Often this is the first question that would go in one’s mind when a relationship comes to an end.

Regrettably, no one can predict or control the future. Things may change at any minute. One moment you are happy and problem-free, the next you are in crisis. Similarly, a relationship is never without problems. However, when the problems become unbearable, it eventually breaks.

A broken relationship can cause significant emotional stress that clouds your thinking and can cause irrational decision making.  As suddenly you are faced with your marriage breaking down, financial issues, the children’s well-being and so on. They are all real and cannot be deferred or ignored. So how do we deal with it?

Well, it is vital that there is an independent professional party (Family law solicitor) who can help to bring objectivity and an unbiased opinion in sustaining the logic between you and your partner, especially for the children involved as they will be the one who will feel the impact of the situation the most.

The Family law solicitor can help you navigate the process and ensure that your rights are protected. Family law solicitors are experienced in their specific field. This means that they are equipped with the knowledge and care to best handle your situation. They deal with family issues such as marriage separations, property disputes, and child custody issues and act in a manner that is in the family's best interest. Once instructed the family lawyer will gather all supporting documentation and information to help with your financial or children matter.

Instructing a Family Law solicitor can also help you identify the best resolution method for you. Most clients are aware that their issues can be resolved in court but this is not the only option. There are alternative forms of dispute resolution which do not involve going to the court and are often far less stressful such as Mediation, Arbitration and Collaborative Law.

The positive effects felt through Family Law Solicitors are not only short term but they are carried through in the long run. Family law solicitors are all about rebuilding and maintaining healthy relationships to preserve the welfare of a child. Regardless of whether you end up separating or still patch things up for your kids, you’ll be in the best situation possible.

Family law solicitors are indeed necessary for you to settle family issues, whether it be failed marriages, child custody, property settlement, or other matters that require the intervention of a professional who’s well-versed in this area.

If you find yourself seeking legal advice or solicitor services, then why not get in touch with one of our team.

Vijaya Sumputh, Sarah Canfield, and Zen Thompson are experienced professionals together have over 55 years of experience. They can provide you with expert legal advice and representation in a wide range of family law matters. They are very familiar with the local court system and will provide you with the best possible legal advice and representation in your case, in addition to advising you on the best course of action to take in your circumstances they can help you reach a fair and equitable settlement in your case.

Their expertise covers a wide range of other family law matters such as Divorce, Financial matters, Trust Law, Complex International financial matters, Children matters including Child Arrangements and Live-With orders, Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial agreements, Cohabitation agreements and many other issues. 

by Vijaya Sumputh, Head of Family Law Department, Curwens LLP