Consider investing in an agreement to reflect what you both want to happen financially, should your relationship come to an end. Sort it without court costs - these contracts regulate your separation. From your children to financial matters, these allow you to proceed to an undefended divorce.
Sometimes you need smart experienced lawyers to guide you through the complex legal system to help you deal with the end of your marriage, and to ensure a fair division of all matrimonial property.Your children are your absolute priority so they are our priority too. We can work hard to help you in all disputes about Parental Rights and Responsibilities including residence and contact.
Sometimes you need smart experienced lawyers to guide you through the complex legal system to help you deal with the end of your marriage, and to ensure a fair division of all matrimonial property.Your children are your absolute priority so they are our priority too. We can work hard to help you in all disputes about Parental Rights and Responsibilities including residence and contact.
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We are a respected team of specialist lawyers working exclusively in family law based in Edinburgh but working across the whole of Scotland.
We are driven by a person-centred approach, enabling you to speak openly and honestly to us, even at the most upsetting and difficult time in your life; we minimise stress by giving you just the right mix of hard facts and solid advice, along with considered options, to secure the most cost-effective outcome.We navigate the complex legal jargon because that's our job - and because you shouldn't have to.
We are driven by a person-centred approach, enabling you to speak openly and honestly to us, even at the most upsetting and difficult time in your life; we minimise stress by giving you just the right mix of hard facts and solid advice, along with considered options, to secure the most cost-effective outcome.We navigate the complex legal jargon because that's our job - and because you shouldn't have to.
The recent sheriff appeal court judgment in the case of Duthie v Findlay (2020 SAC (Civ) 13) upheld a sheriff's decision to make no award in a financial claim made. Problem Our clients' young son was catastrophically injured in a car crash leaving him tetraplegic and ventilator dependent. The accident was caused by a foreign driver being on the wrong.
It is impossible to give a precise estimate of the cost a family law case as each 0ne is different. Every piece of work we do on behalf of our clients is independently assessed by an external law accountant which we believe ensures the fairest fee. The number of hours spent on your case will be determined by complexity and the unique circumstances of your case.
The end of a relationship is a very difficult and sometimes traumatic time. To divorce in Scotland you need to establish that your marriage has broken down irretrievably. Before pursuing any ground of divorce it is extremely important to establish that all steps have been taken to agree all financial matters.
It is extremely important that all financial matters are agreed or determined before dissolution. These should be narrated in a document known as a Separation Agreement. This allows your dissolution to proceed as undefended and will save on costs. At Johnson Legal Family Law we believe that pursuing a defended action through the Court should always be a last resort and we work hard to avoid it where at all possible.
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Miriam Leighton
Dec 16, 2021
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M. H.
Nov 09, 2021
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Neil Stuart
Oct 27, 2021
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Johnson Legal have in-depth experience of the Scottish legal system, and also the personal touch of a small team who will handle your case. Beverley and colleagues are patient, understanding and supportive, providing sound and clear advice at the times when you require it most.
I felt reassured that my concerns were listened to, and my interests were being protected throughout the process.
I felt reassured that my concerns were listened to, and my interests were being protected throughout the process.
G.
Jul 10, 2021
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To say that Hayley Mitchell handled my case brilliantly is an understatement. She went the extra mile all the time and she absolutely thrives on defending her clients. She remembers every detail, and she always clearly explain the strategy behind her thinking and the implications it could have on your case. Every decision is so clearly informed and she has you backed up at every corner. I followed her advice all the time even when it sometimes seemed counter intuitive to do so, but she has done the most amazing job explaining her battle plan and a year after I confirm she was actually right all
John Cox
Sep 22, 2018
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Alan Murray
Aug 08, 2017
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If you need family law advice, call Johnson Legal.
Beverley and her team really helped me out at a time of enormous upheaval and stress in my life. In engaging Johnson Legal, I hoped for solid legal advice and guidance. I got that in spades, but got a hell of a lot more besides - real care for me as a client, understanding, compassion, a great sense of humour and a genuine feeling of being looked after. I needed family law advice but this extra dimension of care means that I cannot recommend Johson Legal highly enough. They have done a lot to support me through a very difficult time.
Beverley
Beverley and her team really helped me out at a time of enormous upheaval and stress in my life. In engaging Johnson Legal, I hoped for solid legal advice and guidance. I got that in spades, but got a hell of a lot more besides - real care for me as a client, understanding, compassion, a great sense of humour and a genuine feeling of being looked after. I needed family law advice but this extra dimension of care means that I cannot recommend Johson Legal highly enough. They have done a lot to support me through a very difficult time.
Beverley
