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Machins Solicitors
Victoria Street
Luton
LU1 2BS
T: (01582) 514000
F: (01582) 535000
DX: 5924 Luton
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enquiries@machins.co.uk
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Financial Arrangements
Whenever couples separate, there are often difficult financial
arrangements to consider, whether they are married or not. These
can relate to the home in which they originally lived, the effect
of being left in debt, the amount of maintenance that may be payable,
or the loss of a substantial asset as a result of the separation,
such as a former partner's pension entitlement. If there are children
of the relationship additional issues can arise, such as the payment
of maintenance, school fees and the
involvement of the Child
Support Agency.
We will advise you on the financial
implications of your separation or pending separation. Our experienced
team of family lawyers will provide you with support and assistance
no matter what the financial dispute may involve. We are used to
dealing with every type of case ranging from those where the assets
are minimal, right through to cases involving complex financial
arrangements and substantial assets, both in this country and abroad.
Our aim is to help you and your former
partner reach an amicable financial settlement at the earliest
opportunity, avoiding court proceedings. We will help you consider
alternatives to a court application, such as a referral to an independent mediation service.
However, if it is necessary for court proceedings to be brought
we will provide immediate representation at any hearing.
It is occasionally necessary to consider
urgent court applications to deal with:
- interim maintenance
- payment of a mortgage
- court orders to freeze assets
- court orders to recover assets.
We know that no two families or separating
couples are the same. The type of financial settlement that will
be appropriate in your case will very much depend on your circumstances.
The settlement will be influenced by a such factors as the length
of your relationship, the need to provide for your children, the
earning potential of both you and your partner, your income, your
capital, and your housing needs.
Once we fully understand the issues,
any member of our family team can provide you with advice about
the options available and the best way to achieve the fairest financial
settlement for you and your family. We are able to provide public
funding for those on a lower income or in receipt of certain benefits.
Partners Liz Oldham and Paul Owen focus
on Family Law, with Liz leading our family department team. For
further advice, and to discuss your requirements in confidence,
please contact her
team on 01582 514380 or e-mail family@machins.co.uk.
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