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At hpjv, we understand that legal matters pertaining to your family can come with a lot of emotion and stress, and that the last thing anyone wants to do in this situation is deal with the legalities and documentation required. That’s why we provide a compassionate and sensitive service. We will work on your behalf to deal with whatever legal issue you might be facing, whilst letting you focus on personal matters during this difficult time.
Our family law solicitors in Chepstow work diligently to provide a calm and stress-free environment no matter what legal issue you’re facing, and we also support and guide you through the entire process whilst keeping you updated every step of the way.
Unfortunately, family law has a reputation for becoming contentious and difficult, however, we at hpjv are doing our best to change this stereotype, and always aim to resolve these issues in a calm and relaxed manner, with as little stress to our clients as feasibly possible. We always aim to settle issues outside of the court, but if that is not possible, we are happy to provide representation inside of court proceedings.
Our family law solicitors in Chepstow are available to advise on a range of matters including:
- Adoption
- Child arrangement orders
- Childcare proceedings
- Child name changes
- Children in care
- Collaborative Law
- Divorce law
- Domestic violence
- Financial arrangements
- Living together
- Prenuptial agreements
- Same sex relationships
At hpjv solicitors, we prefer to guide our family law clients towards more collaborative approaches to resolving their disputes, avoiding the hassle of going to court where possible.
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Speak to one of our expert divorce solicitors in Chepstow, South Wales, today by calling 01291 843120 or send us an enquiry.
How we can help you with your family law issues
Adoption
Deciding to adopt a child is a wonderful thing and should be celebrated. However, it is not without its legal complexities and certainly requires the support of an experienced professional.
Our specialist family lawyers in Chepstow have many years of experience handling adoption cases and are able to provide bespoke advice tailored to your specific situation. We are able to assist you with every aspect of the process and legal proceedings pertaining to adoption, with the objective of making your adoption process as smooth and relaxed as feasibly possible, so you can enjoy this exciting time and ready yourselves for welcoming a new child into your lives.
In the unfortunate situation that your child may be adopted against your will, it’s important that you know the correct process to follow in order to fight this. As opposing an adoption is a legal matter, we would refer the matter to our Newport office as we cannot currently offer legal aid at our Chepstow office. We highly recommend seeking legal counsel from one of our staff in Newport as soon as possible, as they are well-versed in this process and will do their utmost to give you the best support and legal advice.
Child arrangements and care proceedings
During the breakdown of any relationship, your first concern will likely be how this will affect your children. During this emotional time, it’s important to have the best legal advice and support so that you can focus on the welfare of your loved ones.
Our family law solicitors in Chepstow understand how difficult this period of time can be for children, so we take extra steps to prioritise their emotional and physical wellbeing. Our service is both compassionate and sensitive, and we make sure to provide practical and realistic advice that ensures the best for your children. We do our absolute best to provide a sense of calm during this stressful time and try to settle things outside of the court system where possible. If it becomes impossible to avoid going to court, we will provide you with the most robust and supportive representation possible.
Child name changes
There are several potential reasons for a parent wishing to change their child’s name legally, for example following a relationship breakdown or if you have changed your name previously and wish for your child to have the same name as you.
Our family law lawyers in Chepstow have experience in drafting the required documents to put a change of name in place legally, and that will be recognised by all official bodies and authorities. We understand that each situation is different and comes with its own challenges, so we recommend getting in contact with a member of our team so you can explain your circumstances to us so that we are best equipped to help you. Where possible, we may be able to accommodate appointments which will legally change a name on the same day and can potentially accept enquiries if you have an urgent appointment at the Passport Office.
Divorce law
Going through a divorce can feel isolating and emotionally exhausting and it is crucial that you have the best support during this difficult time. Our highly qualified divorce solicitors in Chepstow have helped many clients through this process, whilst mitigating conflict as much as possible and allowing them to move on with their lives as smoothly as possible.
We understand that going through a divorce when children are involved can make the whole process even more stressful, so our divorce lawyers are at hand to help guide you through sorting out living arrangements as well as dealing with the division of savings and property.
Our solicitors in Chepstow provide sensitive and practical advice on every aspect of a divorce (for example financial arrangements) as well as being compassionate individuals who you can lean on during this upsetting period of time.
Domestic Abuse
Unfortunately, domestic abuse remains an issue in many people’s lives. The first thing to know if you are or have been a victim of domestic abuse is that it is never your fault and that you don’t deserve this. Following this, we urge you to contact one of our domestic abuse solicitors as soon as feasibly possible so that we can get you the support you need to get out of your current situation. or to provide yourself legal protection in the future. Our Chepstow office is currently unable to provide legal aid for domestic abuse cases, but we recommend contacting our Newport office in this regard.
Our domestic abuse solicitors in Chepstow are all highly qualified and compassionate individuals and are able to assist you with any legal protections that you may require.
Living together as an unmarried couple
Not all couples wish to be married, and simply choose to live together as an unmarried couple. At hpjv, we understand that more couples are choosing to cohabit or live together. Unfortunately, couples who cohabit don't enjoy the same legal rights as married couples, particularly when it comes to financial matters. This disparity remains even if you have children together, as the law treats your financial position differently compared to that of a married couple. The same applies when you're in a long-term relationship with your partner.
Our team of expert lawyers in Chepstow are available to assist you when a relationship undergoes difficulties. We can provide legal advice and practical guidance on securing a fair financial settlement or cohabitation agreement for you or initiate legal proceedings to ensure you receive what you are entitled to.
Prenuptial agreements
Preparing for your wedding can be an exhilarating chapter in your life, but it's equally crucial to secure your financial future. While the intention is to remain happily married forever, it's unfortunate that this isn't always the reality.
In certain circumstances, it is recommended to create a pre-nuptial agreement that plans for the future, allowing you to enter marriage with the reassurance that all potential scenarios have been addressed. Although pre-nuptial agreements, often referred to as pre-nups, are not completely legally binding and can be contested in the event of a relationship breakdown, they are generally considered by a court during divorce proceedings, provided they are appropriately drafted with the guidance of legal professionals. Our pre-nuptial agreement solicitors in Chepstow are well-versed in drafting watertight agreements and would be happy to help you feel more secure in your decision to marry the person of your choice.
Same-sex relationships
Thankfully in our modern age, LGBTQ+ couples and families are treated equally to heterosexual and cisgender couples the majority of the time. Unfortunately, when legal matters arise, there are certain considerations that will have to be addressed. It’s vital that you seek guidance from a family solicitor who specialised in LGBTQ+ and same-sex family law to make sure that you and your family receive the support you need and deserve.
Our solicitors in Chepstow provide bespoke, tailored family law advice to LGBTQ+ families, using our extensive expertise regarding matters such as same-sex divorces, civil partnership dissolutions, cohabitation issues, matters related to children and adoption practices. Our open and accepting team are happy to help no matter what stage of your relationship you’re in and will be sure to provide compassionate and sensitive legal advice no matter what your circumstances are.
Speak to our family law solicitors in Chepstow today
To get in contact with one of our family lawyers in Chepstow, South Wales, please call us on 01291 843120 or send us an enquiry. Alternatively, you can email us at enquiries@hpjv.co.uk.
